Digital Energy Net

Cities face complex challenges in creating sustainable mobility solutions, from meeting the needs of different stakeholders to adapting existing technology and dealing with limited resources. In order to assist cities in overcoming their own limitations, the Global New Mobility Coalition is working with three cities to pilot its Urban mobility tool. This tool enables cities…

Zoning regulations govern how developers utilize land and what buildings can be constructed on it, in addition to environmental considerations like noise issues and aesthetic considerations, such as what colors you can paint your house. Residential zoning applies to properties people reside in, such as single-family homes, duplexes and apartments. Commercial zones encompass establishments that…

Land use planning involves the process of selecting the best uses for any parcel of land, while simultaneously taking into account both private and public bodies’ interests. Without land-use planning, cities and towns would become chaotic places: transportation would fail to operate efficiently; industrial plants would pollute residents’ air; economies would struggle to remain healthy.…

Community engagement involves building trust, understanding, and connections – essential elements in any project. However, this can take time; therefore it’s crucial that planning ahead takes place. Establish a system for collecting feedback both from your community and within your team – this will enable you to enhance and build on past achievements. Identifying Community…

Digital Governance refers to setting clear rules regarding the use of digital tools within an organization and how they align with company goals. Such guidelines should be flexible enough to change with emerging digital technology. Small digital teams may improvise like jazz ensembles, while larger ones must adhere to standards more akin to an orchestral…

Electric vehicles (EVs) offer an ideal option for anyone interested in zero-emission commuting or long distance road trips, with models that span price, performance and luxury making finding one easier than ever before. Electric vehicles (EVs) don’t produce tailpipe emissions and are much cheaper to run. Plus, they’re quieter and more fun to drive! Benefits…

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCUS) technology could dramatically decrease fossil fuel emissions. CCUS involves three steps: collecting CO2, transporting it and then storing it underground. Since the 1970s, CCUS technology has been utilized for natural gas processing, ethanol production and enhanced oil recovery purposes. Furthermore, it has also been successfully utilized in coal-fired power generation…

Climate change mitigation entails taking steps to decrease atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gasses (GHGs). These actions range from making use of renewable energy resources like solar panels and windmills, protecting open spaces, or stopping the spread of invasive species. UNDP assists countries in adopting cost-effective climate change mitigation solutions, including helping them craft and implement…

Energy policy refers to the decisions affecting how a nation develops and utilizes energy resources. This may include legislation, international treaties, incentives to investment or guidelines for energy conservation. Energy policies often employ financial incentives to influence the price or end use of energy products or end uses, including taxes and subsidies. They may also…

Mixed-use developments combine retail, commercial and housing spaces into one building – they’re most often found in urban settings. An ideal mix of tenants creates a vibrant community where residents can shop, eat and live – which is known as walkability – which attracts millennial homebuyers as well as keeping tenants satisfied. Vertical Mixed-Use Buildings…