Digital Energy Net

Mixed-use developments are quickly gaining in popularity amid climate change and congestion on roadways. These neighborhoods can bring numerous advantages for both the surrounding community and residents themselves. Mixed-use developments are communities that combine industrial, commercial, cultural and residential spaces within its design. These developments come in all shapes and sizes from high-rise buildings to…

Green buildings incorporate environmentally responsible and resource-saving measures into all aspects of their design and operations, such as using renewable energy sources or recycling materials. They often go beyond minimum construction standards by using premium materials and practices that reduce maintenance costs and raise appraisal values for resale purposes. Furthermore, they employ cutting-edge technologies to…

TODs bring housing, jobs and community spaces closer together around transit in order to increase transit ridership while simultaneously decreasing automobile traffic congestion, pollution and noise pollution while supporting local economic activities. Office workers living within one mile of a rail transit station experience transit commute shares that are approximately 19% greater than in non-TOD…

Sustainable urban infrastructure involves designing equipment and systems using eco-friendly principles, with their service provision depending on ecosystem services such as rainwater harvesting. Such infrastructure offers multiple co-benefits to communities, biodiversity and local livelihoods alike. Pollution control, biodiversity enhancement and improved property values are just a few examples of ways cities are adapting their infrastructures…

Sustainable development (SD) is an approach to life that balances the needs and desires of present and future generations with protecting or restoring natural environments, ultimately seeking economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Environmental sustainability calls on individuals and societies to live in harmony with nature, reduce harmful emissions and pollution levels, promote peaceful, just, inclusive…

Energy efficiency refers to making demand equal supply by eliminating unnecessary energy waste, and installing products and technologies which consume less power while fulfilling the same service. Energy-efficient appliances, cars and buildings help reduce carbon emissions and pollution while lowering living costs and protecting consumers from rising energy prices and volatile markets. Reduced Monthly Energy…

Smart cities aim to address issues that undermine urban living environments, from traffic congestion and energy constraints, air pollution and limited parking spaces, through to air quality problems and air quality concerns. These cities employ IoT connected devices to gather data, detect patterns and trigger responses that optimize infrastructure while cutting costs and improving people’s…

Smart grid technology enables monitoring and control at much greater precision in time and space than traditional power networks, from power device switching in microseconds to wind and solar generation variations in minutes. Energy production no longer relies solely on large plants but can now also come from decentralized locations such as wind turbines, residential…

Urban mobility is an integral component of city life, enabling citizens to access opportunities available within their cities while shaping a sense of urban identity. Personal movements are both necessary and routine, typically related to homes and workplaces, touristic attractions and recreational pursuits, or sporting events and major tourist attractions. Mobility as a service With…

Energy storage synchronizes electricity supply and demand second by second. It allows utilities to avoid peak pricing spikes, reduce prices during off-peak hours and support low-carbon power, heat, and transport technologies. Energy storage technology can replace dirty fossil fuel “peaker” plants located in marginalized communities to increase access to cheap electricity but worsen air pollution…