Digital Energy Net

Reaching zero emissions goals can be complex, yet energy efficiency remains an invaluable tool in that quest. NRDC is committed to helping consumers make the most of their energy efficiency by advocating for more energy-efficient appliances and buildings, and mandating efficiency standards and policies. It Saves Money Energy efficiency can be used as an effective…

Smart cities use technology to monitor environmental, social and financial aspects of urban life. Sensors track everything from water usage to traffic congestion. These sensors allow cities to provide better services to their residents, from smart parking systems and predictive analytics for providing shelter for homeless individuals to use predictive models to prioritize services for…

Building, operating, and regulating electricity networks can be complex and time consuming; especially high voltage interconnections. Smart grids can help mitigate these costs by providing real-time data about system health. Smart grids provide a holistic view of operations, networked data transmission, dynamic security assessment, refined dispatching decision-making processes and automated operation control – as well…

Urban mobility refers to the transport of people within cities. It plays a crucial role in shaping cities, providing equitable access to services and jobs, and having significant environmental impacts. Effective urban mobility planning can alleviate congestion and lower noise and air pollution that poses risks to public health and safety. Furthermore, it can increase…

Energy storage uncouples electricity production from consumption, improving grid stability and helping to lower power prices while decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and opening new opportunities for renewable energy deployment. Energy storage comes in various forms. Pumped hydro storage (lifting water), batteries (chemical reactions), thermal (heat storage) and flywheel mass storage (spinning a wheel) are the…

Community engagement is a set of principles and strategies designed to empower marginalized communities. It stems from the democratic principle that all community members have the right to be informed, consulted on, and take part in decision making processes. In order to implement an effective community engagement initiative, it is vitally important to identify stakeholders…

Digital governance is a vital element of an organization’s business operations. Without it, companies risk legal and reputational repercussions which could threaten legality and reputational harm. An effective digital governance strategy can help mitigate such risks while simultaneously increasing organizational efficiency. The United States must play an active role in shaping global standards to safeguard…

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology seeks to reduce emissions from fossil fuel power plants or industrial processes by sequestering CO2. CCS technology has already proven useful for enhanced oil recovery processes as well as for storing CO2 underground in geological formations such as saline aquifers or depleted reservoirs. However, adding CCS to any power…

Electric vehicles (EVs) use electricity instead of gasoline as power source and have zero tailpipe emissions, producing significantly fewer greenhouse gases (GHGs) over their lifespan than vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. Battery management systems track temperature, individual cell voltages and overall pack voltage when charging or discharging. Furthermore, these systems regulate how quickly power…

Energy policies provide governments with a framework that supports sustainable energy use, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and ensures reliable and affordable energy supplies. Such policies may involve setting pricing mechanisms such as carbon taxes or cap-and-trade systems or offering incentives such as tax credits for renewable energy production. Authorities often establish energy efficiency standards for…