Digital Energy Net

Urban mobility refers to all of the different forms of human movement within cities, from personal movements such as commuting to work or touring attractions for fun and leisure, through freight distribution services (such as Amazon home deliveries). An effective urban mobility plan can alleviate traffic congestion and lower air pollutants while offering residents more…

Land use planning seeks to guide the growth and development of urban landscapes by striking an equilibrium between ecological conservation and construction/development activities. Comprehensive plans comprise of zoning maps and regulations which establish distinct areas for different forms of land use. Success hinges upon details such as connectivity, park integration and phasing that determine their…

If you plan on adding an extra home in your backyard or turning your garage into a business, be sure to read up on zoning laws first. These complex regulations determine everything from property value to project viability. Zoning regulations aim to keep uses that do not complement each other apart, in order to preserve…

Community engagement involves the participation of communities and government organizations in working toward sustainable outcomes and equitable decision-making processes, while building and strengthening relationships and trust between those parties involved. Respectful engagement emphasizes the rights of all to be informed, consulted and involved. It requires long-term commitment and emphasizes building trust. Collaborative Problem-Solving Community engagement…

Digital governance is a strategic framework designed to ensure that data, technology infrastructure and digital policies align with an organisation’s larger goals. Its most critical aspects are protecting sensitive information, mitigating cybersecurity risks and supporting innovation. Digital technologies can empower individuals and help them address the problems that most impact them; but without effective governance…

Electric vehicles use electricity from rechargeable batteries that store energy to power an electric motor that drives their wheels. Electric vehicle (EV) production generates some carbon emissions, but these will likely decrease over time as battery manufacturing becomes increasingly powered by renewable sources. Environmentally friendly Electric vehicles (EVs) do not produce tailpipe pollution and consume…

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology has long been employed as a way to mitigate climate-warming CO2 emissions by transporting and permanently storing it underground in geological formations. CCS has been utilized since at least the 1970s. Some carbon is stored naturally as part of Earth’s carbon cycle; plants store carbon in their roots and…

Energy policy is a set of commitments made by top management to enhance your organization’s energy performance, including reducing carbon emissions, optimizing equipment energy use efficiency and other measures. Implementing and upholding effective energy policies must address public health, environmental, and economic considerations. Fossil fuel extraction, emissions from fossil fuel combustion, and nuclear power pose…

Climate Change mitigation refers to taking measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance our ability to adapt to an evolving climate, such as transitioning to renewable energy sources, increasing energy efficiency and adopting practices such as regenerative agriculture or ecosystem conservation. These actions often provide additional advantages; for example, restoring wetlands can reduce flood…

Buildings account for a substantial share of global greenhouse gas emissions, energy usage and water consumption; yet they represent one of the greatest opportunities for cost-effective improvements in these areas. Green buildings are designed to meet evolving environmental standards and deliver value to occupants, owners and the wider community. Their features may include energy-saving fenestration…