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What is Energy Policy?
Energy policy refers to a set of rules and incentives designed to influence how society uses energy. Governments typically create national energy policies while local, regional, or global measures…
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate change mitigation refers to efforts that decrease heat-trapping greenhouse gas emissions while stabilizing their levels in the atmosphere. Everyone plays a part, from individuals consuming less, purchasing secondhand…
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Mixed-Use Development – A Holistic Approach to Urban Growth and Sustainability
Mixed-use development provides an integrative solution for urban growth and sustainability. Successful mixed-use real estate projects balance the needs of residents and businesses while meeting infrastructure requirements and meeting…
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Green Buildings Deliver Sustainable Business Benefits
Green buildings reduce operating costs while providing sustainable business benefits, with energy-efficient systems, water-saving technologies, renewable energy integration and low emission composite materials all being part of their benefits….
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Sustainable Urban Infrastructure
Sustainable urban infrastructure refers to an interdependent network of constructed and natural capital that balances ecosystem services, economic vitality, and social wellbeing. It involves behavioral change as well as…
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Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) is an approach to development focused on increasing walkability and encouraging public transit use. These developments are typically located within walking distance from transit stations, and…
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Energy Efficiency – Why It’s Important to Reach Net Zero Emissions
Energy efficiency is a proven, cost-effective method to reduce climate pollution – including carbon dioxide emissions – on a global scale. Indeed, improving energy efficiency is one of the…
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The Concept of Sustainable Development
Sustainable development (SD) is a model of economic growth that seeks to meet human needs without endangering future generations or the planet itself. The concept was pioneered during 20th-century…
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Smart Grids
Smart grids use digital technologies to monitor electricity networks and provide real-time energy management services. In addition, smart grids can detect and isolate problems quickly, helping avoid large outages…
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Smart Cities and Emerging Technologies
Smart cities rely on data to make informed decisions that benefit citizens. To do this effectively, they must prioritize information sharing and cooperation among city leaders. Smart city technology…