Digital Energy Net

Green buildings are an emerging global industry that provide real business value to multiple stakeholders. Green buildings lower operational costs through optimized resource use and attract tenants with improved performance and health benefits for occupants. Sustainable communities benefit from sustainable building designs through environmental benefits like reduced embodied energy use, construction waste disposal and air…

Sustainable urban infrastructure refers to systems that keep cities running – roads, water networks, buildings – but are designed and constructed with environmental and societal long-term wellbeing in mind. Energy use is of particular concern: cities consume massive amounts of power while producing air pollution and greenhouse gases while depending on limited resources for survival.…

TOD refers to the development of housing, businesses and public spaces around transit stations that encourage people to use mass transportation rather than driving themselves. TOD also reduces automobile traffic congestion while improving access to jobs and services while supporting local economic activity. TOD can be found both in small villages and large cities, and…

Energy efficiency is one of the easiest, least-expensive ways to reduce waste and bring energy bills down for homes and businesses alike. Unfortunately, limited information and higher upfront costs often prevent consumers from choosing energy-saving products that offer maximum effectiveness. Progress toward energy efficiency is central to reaching Net Zero Emissions on the IEA 2050…

Sustainable development refers to development that meets present-day needs without undermining future generations’ ability to meet their own.” Governments play an essential role in sustainability; they can enact laws limiting pollution and encouraging renewable energy technologies; additionally they can establish environmental education programs. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals seek to foster a world that…

Smart cities are powered by cutting-edge technologies that harness data and analyze it, providing valuable insights that enhance city services while simultaneously increasing quality of life. San Francisco is located close to technology hub Silicon Valley and prioritizes renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, along with IoT-enabled bins which notify collection services when full,…

Smart grids enable automation and advanced monitoring of electricity networks, enabling utilities to optimize energy distribution, decrease transmission losses and incorporate renewables into their power mix. Smart grids also enable electric vehicles to charge at times of low demand, helping reduce peak energy prices for both suppliers and consumers alike. Reliability Smart grid technologies bring…

Urban mobility refers to all systems, infrastructure and technologies that facilitate movement within city environments – this includes public transit services, personal vehicles and any new micro-mobility options available today. Traffic congestion, air pollution and outdated infrastructure are serious problems which require urgent solutions. A shift towards multimodal public transport that emphasizes active mobility and…

Energy storage is key to making renewable energy accessible night and day, when solar panels don’t produce, and during windless days when wind turbines don’t spin. There are various technologies that enable energy storage; some are more accessible than others. Battery energy storage systems (ESSs) may be placed throughout various segments of the electric grid…

Land use planning provides the framework for organized growth by directing where housing and infrastructure should go to ensure livable communities. It begins with creating an overarching vision that balances economic development with environmental preservation. Policy makers establish legal and regulatory frameworks that reflect environmental priorities, while design and technical specialists turn these goals into…