Digital Energy Net

Land use planning is the practice of categorizing various kinds of land for specific uses, with an aim of preventing urban sprawl and protecting natural resources while simultaneously supporting economic development and social stability in communities. Effective land-use planning necessitates a thorough examination of both the site and environment in which it sits, including access,…

Community engagement involves working collaboratively with groups bonded together by geography or shared interest to address issues that are impacting their wellbeing, using various tools and strategies that build trust between them. Communities should share their aspirations, concerns, and values with governing entities to shape sustainable decisions that improve liveability. Definition Community engagement is the…

Digital governance refers to the creation and application by governments, business, civil society, and technical communities of common principles, norms, rules and decision-making procedures that shape the evolution and usage of the digital environment. It involves making interactions with government easy while encouraging self-service – saving both time and money through improved efficiency. Transparency Governance…

Electric vehicles rely on rechargeable batteries to power electric motors that provide propulsion. EVs produce minimal emissions directly and typically receive their electricity from a mix of renewable, nuclear, coal and natural gas sources via their grid connection. Electric vehicles are more peaceful and reduce noise pollution linked to health concerns. Furthermore, their running costs…

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a key technology to combat climate change. CCS involves collecting CO2 emissions from industrial facilities and power stations before depositing them in geological formations for permanent storage. These formations include saline aquifers, depleted oil and gas reservoirs and basalt formations – in which CO2 can then be permanently stored…

Energy policy refers to a set of decisions made by governments regarding their energy use and development. Policies may include decarbonization targets, energy security concerns, resource diversification needs, technology export potential potential and economic costs as some examples of measures taken by policy makers. Governments can support R&D of technologies that reduce environmental impacts or…

Climate change mitigation entails reducing greenhouse gas emissions in order to combat global warming, such as switching to renewable energy, increasing energy efficiency and adopting regenerative agricultural practices. It may also include protecting forests and critical ecosystems as carbon sinks. UNDP provides support to developing nations to create and implement long-term low emission development strategies,…

Mixed-use development encompasses any project which combines residential, commercial, and civic spaces into one overall development project. This can range from infill developments with retail on the ground floor and apartments above to entire neighborhoods that combine various forms of housing with civic/commercial space. These developments are essential components of creating healthy communities, encouraging walkability,…

Green buildings are constructed and operated to maximize resource efficiency. This means minimizing carbon emissions that contribute to global warming; decreasing natural resource extraction and energy consumption; as well as limiting waste creation. Environmentally conscious building strategies offer numerous business advantages. Reduced operating costs, healthier environments for occupants and resilient construction that minimizes business interruption…

Sustainable urban infrastructure refers to an approach that integrates engineering, environmental management and socio/economic concerns. Research in this cluster explores an increasing awareness of the need for resilient infrastructure systems that adapt to weather-related risks or operational disruptions. Studies have identified key obstacles that impede the creation of sustainable technical urban infrastructure: social (such as…