Digital Energy Net

Climate change mitigation entails restricting the release of heat-trapping greenhouse gases into the atmosphere by either decreasing their sources or strengthening those that absorb them – for instance by cutting energy use through improved energy efficiency measures, adopting renewable forms of power sources or changing farming practices towards more eco-friendly options. Significant mitigation actions must…

Energy policy provides the framework for how a country or region manages their energy production and consumption. Government policies may aim to lower greenhouse gas emissions, support renewable energies, or enhance energy efficiency. Formulating an effective energy policy can be a difficult task, with competing priorities to take into account. The Role of Government Governments…

Green buildings are structures designed to promote sustainability by conserving natural resources and conserving water and energy usage, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and improving air quality indoors. Green buildings may include homes, offices, or hospitals and are intended to conserve these vital resources while saving water and energy consumption, reduce emissions from vehicles, improve indoor…

Mixed-use development refers to any building or community which hosts both commercial and residential spaces within one structure or area. It dates back to ancient Rome where buildings called insulae hosted both apartment units as well as food vendors and bookstores. Mixed-use developments offer many advantages to communities and investors. Integrating commercial and residential spaces…

Sustainable urban infrastructure encompasses engineered facilities, utilities and systems as well as community involvement and local governance. Sustainable cities can help build an inclusive global economy and reduce emissions in line with the 1.5 degree trajectory set forth in the Paris Agreement, all while supporting vibrant communities that are resilient against climate change impacts. Greener…

TOD (Transit-oriented development) is an innovative new trend in planning that seeks to create vibrant communities centered on high quality transit systems while simultaneously reducing energy usage, carbon emissions and traffic congestion. Research demonstrates the economic advantages of TOD to transit systems, helping reduce housing costs, expand access to opportunities and enhance overall quality of…

Energy efficiency is a key component of combatting global climate change. By decreasing our overall energy consumption, we can lower greenhouse gas emissions while simultaneously improving air quality and conserving natural resources. Energy burdens for many families can be immense, making it hard to decide between paying their energy bills and purchasing food. Energy efficiency…

Human activities have a major effect on natural systems. Diversions of watercourses, exploitation of resources and emissions of heat-trapping gases into the atmosphere all threaten life-support systems both locally and globally. Sustainable development – which meets present-day needs without jeopardizing future generations’ ability to meet their own requirements- is therefore of great significance. Economic Development…

Cities all around the world are using Smart City solutions to upgrade infrastructure and enhance livability, such as by reducing traffic congestion or improving natural habitats. Furthermore, Smart Cities serve to bring governments closer to people while creating an opportunity for innovation. Smart cities are moving away from deploying individual networks for every application and…

Smart grids use sophisticated monitoring and control systems to optimize their electricity network and achieve greater efficiencies and reduced energy waste while simultaneously supporting renewable integration. Multiple technologies are implemented, such as PMUs that take 30-60 measurements every second, relays that detect and recover from faults automatically, and automated feeder switches which reroute power around…