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Smart Grids and Renewable Energy Technologies
Contrary to traditional grids that only transmit electricity in one direction, smart grids allow two-way energy flow allowing renewable sources such as solar or wind power to be integrated…
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Energy Storage – What Is It?
Energy storage captures energy at one time for later use. It allows renewables to more closely match supply with demand, and helps level out electricity price fluctuations for consumers….
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Urban Mobility As a Service (MaaS)
Urban mobility refers to the movement of people within cities, from daily commutes for work or pleasure to touristic excursions. Sustainable urban mobility is essential for both economic development…
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The Importance of Zoning Regulations
Zoning regulations define which activities and uses are permitted on a piece of property, while also setting standards such as building size, location and parking requirements. Zoning serves to…
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The Importance of Land Use Planning
Land use plans are essential components of any community. By helping promote economic development and protect natural resources, as well as prevent sprawling and other problems which threaten its…
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What is Community Engagement?
Community engagement is a strategy designed to give communities an active part in decisions that affect them, through various strategies and tools. For maximum effect, community engagement must take…
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The Importance of Digital Governance
Digital governance can help public organisations earn public trust with the way they collect, store and use data. A solid framework and leadership can also ensure they remain responsive…
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Carbon Capture and Storage
Carbon capture and storage (CCUS) is an expensive yet vital technology that helps bring down power prices. Renewable technologies are quickly progressing but reaching net zero would be much…
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Electric Vehicles – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Electric vehicles (EVs) offer several advantages over gasoline-powered cars: lower noise levels, no harmful emissions and reduced fuel costs; yet range anxiety and the high initial investment can often…
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate change mitigation refers to practices designed to prevent, limit, reduce or postpone environmental changes caused by greenhouse gas emissions and related activities; such as activities which increase natural…
