Digital Energy Net

Digital governance refers to the process of assuring that digital technology meets and supports an organization’s business processes, through setting clear governance procedures and encouraging responsible leadership. Digital governance also involves creating robust cyber security protocols. To be truly effective, digital governance requires an overhaul of how many organizations conduct their businesses. Identifying Needs Start…

Community engagement encompasses an array of activities and best practices designed to connect communities and organizations, build trust, and foster lasting relationships. This section includes information on assessing impact, communicating strategies effectively, adapting them accordingly, as well as initiating ongoing dialogue. It provides a framework for setting SMART objectives–specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound–that provide…

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is an energy technology designed to reduce CO2 emissions from power plants as well as industrial processes like cement production or steel production, offering long-term solutions against climate change. Carbon dioxide that has been captured is stored permanently within deep geological formations, such as depleted oil and gas reservoirs or…

Electric vehicles (EVs) offer a more relaxing driving experience than diesel and petrol vehicles, with far fewer controls for drivers to worry about and more space to enjoy the drive while listening to music, podcasts or just conversing with passengers. Home charging can help lower costs, while electric vehicles (EVs) typically require less maintenance as…

Energy policy refers to a set of strategies and measures intended to guide energy production, consumption and conservation with the ultimate aim of supporting sustainable development on an inhabitable planet. Access to abundant, affordable, safe, and environmentally-friendly energy is essential to society’s flourishing. However, energy decisions often have unintended side effects that negatively affect both…

Climate Change Mitigation refers to any efforts taken to decrease greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere, including switching to renewable energy, cutting consumption and expanding carbon sinks. We must act swiftly to limit future warming below 2degC and, ideally, 1.5degC. This requires taking an approach which encompasses all sectors and structural transformation. Reducing greenhouse gas…

By consolidating commercial, retail and residential spaces into one area, communities can leverage existing infrastructure, shorten trips and promote destination connectivity more easily for residents. These projects promote healthy lifestyles by increasing access to destinations that facilitate physical activity and integrating strategies that promote affordability and equity. Land Uses Mixed-use developments combine various land uses…

Buildings contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and energy, water, and material usage; green buildings help mitigate their negative effects through sustainable design and construction strategies. Green buildings employ innovative sustainability strategies to improve indoor environmental quality, from architectural designs that incorporate natural sunlight to efficient ventilation strategies. Energy Efficiency Green building may seem like…

Sustainable urban infrastructure refers to equipment and systems that meet essential service needs of populations while remaining environmentally-friendly, such as roads, buildings and utilities like hydroelectric power plants. Building in harmony with nature requires working to reduce strain on gray infrastructure – for instance, using green stormwater management strategies and designing energy-efficient buildings to mitigate…

TOD maximizes the development impact of public transit investments, enhances regional competitiveness and advances equity. TOD also fosters vibrant neighborhoods while decreasing car traffic, air pollution and greenhouse gases emissions. TOD principles can be implemented successfully in urban, suburban and rural environments alike – as well as with bus rapid transit (BRT) systems. Transit-Oriented Development…