Digital Energy Net

Economy The economy is a realm of human activity and trade that encompasses every aspect of production and consumption of goods and services. Its main factors are natural resources, labor and capital (human and non-human), value systems and education – not to mention cultural influences such as values, social organization, technological progress and history –…

Energy efficiency helps lower our electric bills while decreasing our reliance on non-renewable sources, and is thus an integral component of any comprehensive clean energy strategy. Make an impactful statement that energy conservation matters by purchasing and operating energy-efficient appliances efficiently, installing smart power strips to eliminate “vampire loads” (electronic devices that still draw power…

1. Energy Imagine living in a city where every drop of water is managed effectively, communication flows freely across an intelligent infrastructure system and sustainability isn’t simply a distant aim – that’s the vision behind smart cities which use technology and data analytics to optimize resource management, enhance services and promote economic development. These intelligent…

Smart grids are at the core of energy transition. Utilizing cutting-edge digital technology, they balance electricity distribution, reduce waste energy use and facilitate local renewable integration efforts. Smart grids optimize renewable energy use by enabling real-time communication, dynamic adjustments based on grid conditions and visibility of customer-owned power generation systems such as roof-fitted solar panels.…

Benefits Energy storage is a vital technology for meeting global climate goals. It allows clean energy sources to continue operating uninhibited during times of high demand or low supply; and assists power systems in remaining balanced on multiple time scales (seconds or minutes). Fast response (ramping) ESSs provide valuable services that help maintain electric grid…

Land use planning is a community-led effort designed to develop an efficient plan for development. By engaging all involved members, this process ensures any issues encountered during development can be identified and dealt with early, before becoming too big of an issue. Residential land is used to construct homes, while commercial and transportation land serve…

Zoning laws provide guidance and restrictions on development, protecting property values as well as natural and historical areas. Zoning also promotes responsible community growth. Regulations may restrict building height, setbacks, parking requirements and floor area ratios. Variances to these rules may be granted on grounds of perceived hardship and need to protect the community.

3. Engage with citizens Citizens expect public-purpose organizations to use digital systems transparently and accountably; effective digital governance can meet this expectation while assuring data security and system changes are made openly and responsibly in the public interest. Information management also ensures secure and efficient sharing within an organisation, between departments, and with other public…

How Does Carbon Capture and Storage Work? Carbon Capture and Storage works by collecting CO2 emissions from industrial sources before they enter the atmosphere, and then permanently storing it underground, in a safe place. CO2 is transported to geological storage (or utilisation) sites where it is injected into deep rock formations at least 800m underground.…

Maintenance Electric vehicles (EVs) tend to have much lower maintenance costs than their traditional gasoline counterparts, according to multiple studies. On average, they tend to cost 30-50% less to keep on the road, since EVs don’t require transmission services or spark plug replacements and avoid catastrophic engine failures that plague older gas cars. Battery maintenance…