Digital Energy Net

Climate change mitigation entails decreasing emissions sources or improving sinks to decrease heat-trapping greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere, with an emphasis on reducing their flow into our atmosphere. Every individual can take part in mitigating climate change through lifestyle changes and shaping business and government policies, such as carbon pricing, regulations and incentives. Energy Energy…

Green buildings are environmentally-responsible structures that make use of renewable energy sources and natural materials, contributing to meeting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while simultaneously improving health and productivity among their occupants. These solutions also reduce environmental impacts by limiting toxic emissions during construction and maintenance processes, for instance avoiding formaldehyde in wood products that offgas…

Combining residential, retail, office space, hotel/restaurant accommodations, community facilities and open spaces together in close proximity enables people to live, work, play and socialize without needing their cars for transport. This synergy creates walkable neighborhoods which promote community growth. Partner with community organizations and business owners to identify needs and interests related to mixed-use development.…

TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) is a carefully planned mix of land uses near public transit that promotes sustainable lifestyles. TOD features include compact mixed-use development that is pedestrian friendly with reduced parking requirements. Communities benefit from TOD by increasing its economic sustainability, creating new jobs and housing units, improving services access, and increasing property values. This…

Sustainable urban infrastructure refers to infrastructure that is planned, designed, constructed and operated to achieve economic, social and environmental sustainability in the long term. This can be accomplished using either green or traditional methods – or both methods in combination. Solar power reduces environmental impacts while providing numerous advantages to citizens – qualities which make…

Sustainable development refers to the practice of improving quality of life while conserving natural resources and safeguarding the environment, as well as promoting economic efficiency and social equity. Since 1992 and its Earth Summit conference (Rio), progress has been made on some Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). But much more work must be done. It is…

Energy efficiency encompasses various measures designed to lower electricity consumption in homes, buildings and industries – for instance using more efficient appliances, using hybrid or electric vehicles and altering behavioral habits. Energy efficiency improvements have been most notable in the building sector and light vehicle fuel economy. Energy intensity in industry has seen some decrease,…

Urbanization is growing at an incredible rate, so cities must adapt quickly in order to reap its benefits and reduce environmental footprints by employing waste management optimization, ecodesign practices and energy efficiency strategies. City officials must also have access to real-time city data in order to enhance operational efficiencies, increase citizen engagement and enhance economic…

Smart grids enable a cleaner, more resilient and reliable power system by reducing electricity losses, offering greater flexibility, and effectively integrating renewable sources of energy. High-tech sensors monitor power flows and equipment performance in real time, sending this information directly into artificial intelligence control systems – the brain of smart grids – which use this…

Energy storage devices store and release electricity electrochemically, offering high power, long lifecycle charge-discharge cycles, round trip efficiency, safety features and competitive cost benefits. Used strategically, batteries can help balance electricity supply and demand. For instance, in Texas a 4 MW sodium-sulfur battery provides rapid back-up for wind capacity while northwest Australia utilizes a pumped…