Digital Energy Net

Green buildings reduce carbon emissions and reuse materials while supporting local business and creating a diverse economy. Furthermore, green buildings improve indoor air quality which contributes to healthier, more productive lives for their occupants. Green buildings utilize eco-friendly construction techniques that exceed current building codes, while also taking advantage of energy efficient appliances, renewable energy…

Sustainable practices implemented into urban infrastructure can gradually make cities greener and more efficient over time, helping reduce carbon dioxide emissions and waste output while simultaneously improving air quality. Building with nature (NBI) offers many advantages to cities, including cost-effective and climate-resilient infrastructure services like flood protection, water filtration, and temperature regulation. Greener and more…

TOD communities take advantage of efficient high-frequency transit to connect housing, jobs and services efficiently. By centralizing activity near transit nodes and housing near transit hubs, TOD promotes environmental and social sustainability as well as productivity and equity within urban environments. TOD planning can be complex and requires thoughtful consideration of multiple values: transit connectivity,…

Energy efficiency enhances financial security by making appliances and equipment cheaper to run. This benefit especially assists families that face higher energy costs that force them to choose between paying their utility bills or buying food. Market failures such as credit constraints can impede energy efficiency investments. To overcome such hurdles, behavioral interventions like nudges…

Sustainable development seeks to accelerate progress while mitigating its environmental impact. It includes 17 global goals by 2030 that require system-wide changes, but individuals can take small steps toward meeting them. These goals include the reduction of poverty and inequality, combatting climate change and protecting biodiversity, as well as education, clean energy production and decent…

Smart grids allow for real-time monitoring and control to optimize power distribution, leading to improved use of renewable energy sources and an overall green shift. They can also help reduce electricity costs by helping consumers respond when supply is at its cheapest, relieving strain on networks and preventing outages. Improved Efficiency Smart grids use technology…

Smart cities use technology to address environmental, social and economic challenges in an inclusive fashion, engaging citizens in its efforts and committing to transparency. Utilizing sensor data, smart cities can utilize sensor information to optimize streetlights or monitor traffic flow to help reduce congestion. Residents can utilize apps to pay utility bills, check on public…

Urban mobility refers to the movement of people within a city, from daily trips and commutes, touristic tours, sports events or distribution movements. Urban mobility problems typically involve building more infrastructure – often cars – which increases traffic and congestion while increasing air pollution and road safety risks. Megacities Megacities, large urban agglomerationss with more…

Energy storage enables renewable sources to be utilized more effectively by storing electricity for use at later dates and helping customers reduce costs by smoothing demand. Lithium-ion batteries are the dominant technology for utility-scale battery ESSs. Other technologies may include flywheels (which store kinetic energy) and thermal ice storage systems. Electricity The electricity grid operates…

Land use planning is an integral component of urban development, as it ensures factories don’t appear close to schools and new apartments are situated in pedestrian-friendly neighbourhoods. Pollution reduction and climate change effects can be mitigated through urban renewal; however, it does come with its own challenges; research shows that it can contribute to an…