Digital Energy Net

Mixed-use development refers to urban planning that encompasses commercial, cultural, retail and residential space in close proximity. It has become an increasingly popular trend and one of the reasons KPF designs such a wide array of mixed-use buildings. This design trend provides many benefits for tenants and investors. Convenience Mixed-use development offers many advantages for…

Since long, builders have experimented with materials to build structures with less environmental impact. But green buildings take it one step further. They conserve natural resources, improve air quality, protect our natural environment and save corporate and residential owners both money on water and energy costs. Energy Efficiency Energy efficiency is a cornerstone of green…

Sustainable urban infrastructure refers to engineered systems that supply energy, transport, water, waste management and information in an urban area as well as an array of community facilities and amenities. Cities are exploring new methods for building eco-friendly infrastructure that promotes resilience, reduces carbon dioxide emissions, mitigates climate change and adapts to its impacts. 1.…

Implementing dense, walkable neighborhoods with high-quality public spaces around transit stations encourages more people to use transit while simultaneously decreasing automobile travel and congestion. TOD projects typically necessitate changes to zoning codes and development practices, and can be implemented both incrementally in existing suburban areas with existing transit infrastructure as well as within newly created…

Sustainable development (SD) is an integrative process which balances economic and environmental concerns. SD seeks to ensure that resource extraction and waste generation do not surpass the capacity of the environment to absorb them. Agenda 2030 was adopted as the basis for Sustainable Development goals and targets by all 193 UN member states and includes…

Energy efficiency is one of the best ways to save money and increase profitability for any business. Energy-efficient technology reduces electricity costs while simultaneously improving profits. Energy efficiency helps utilities reduce demand on their infrastructure, relieving stress during peak hours and helping to stabilize prices. Furthermore, increased energy efficiency increases comfort and safety while simultaneously…

Cities face immense difficulties providing a high quality of life to their citizens, yet smart technologies offer solutions to overcome such hurdles. Smart city technologies enable cities to improve and enhance “city services” using digital technology, cutting costs and improving environmental and social sustainability while driving economic growth and creating new business opportunities. Mobility Tens…

Smart grid is an advanced energy infrastructure designed to empower consumers, electricity providers and market stakeholders. It enables more effective use of existing resources while decreasing transmission losses while offering self-healing and interoperability capabilities. Smart grids also reduce the risk of power outages by making it easier to adapt quickly to sudden shifts in demand,…

Urban mobility is an integral component of city life and its associated infrastructure is crucial in shaping its form. Urban residents made 7.5 billion trips every day in 2005; by 2050 this figure could triple or quadruple depending on infrastructure availability and energy price trends. E-commerce and last-mile delivery services have added complexity to urban…

Energy storage enables us to make renewable sources more reliable for grid operation while making electric vehicles financially feasible and accelerating decarbonization across both transport sectors and homes. Batterie storage technologies include lithium-ion (such as in your cellphone), lead acid, sodium-sulfur and flow batteries. Other forms of storage may include pumped hydro storage systems or…