Terence West writes on the EnergyPortal website about the use of artificial intelligence now starting to revolutionise manufacturing. What is your experience? AI for Energy Efficiency in Manufacturing Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various industries, from healthcare to finance, and now it is revolutionizing the manufacturing sector. As energy consumption and … Continue reading Harnessing AI for Enhanced Energy Efficiency in Manufacturing Operations
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France will reach the level of electricity consumption expected in 2050 as early as 2030-2035
Assuming France achieves its decarbonisation and reindustrialisation targets, electricity consumption could rise to 580-640 TWh by 2035, equivalent to what the grid operator had forecasted for 2050 in its “Future Energy 2050” report published at the end of 2021. In an article on the EURACTIV website, Paul Messad discusses the recent report from France’s electricity … Continue reading France will reach the level of electricity consumption expected in 2050 as early as 2030-2035
Germany’s three-party coalition government agrees on changes in transition to phase out oil and gas in its heating strategy
The latest policy rift within Germany's three-party coalition government appears to have been resolved with a compromise deal. This time it was over planned changes to laws on heating. The coalition hopes to put the law before the Bundestag this week and to secure its passage before the summer break begins in July. An article on the Deutsche … Continue reading Germany’s three-party coalition government agrees on changes in transition to phase out oil and gas in its heating strategy
Europe’s energy and climate transition – how 2040 targets should be met
The EU’s climate advisory board has recommended the bloc adopt ambitious targets for 2040. Researchers say there are multiple options to slash emissions, with plenty of political wiggle room. An article on the Deutsche Welle website describes how the targets for 2040 will be met. How will the EU reach its 2040 climate targets? … Continue reading Europe’s energy and climate transition – how 2040 targets should be met
New EEA web product on extreme weather outlook this summer in Europe
Under our changing climate, the weather in Europe is getting more extreme. What could this summer bring in terms of heatwaves, droughts, floods, and forest fires? The overall outlook is pessimistic as we have already seen this past winter and spring. This makes adaptation to climate change and better preparedness crucial, according to a European … Continue reading New EEA web product on extreme weather outlook this summer in Europe
Organisers are facing many uncertainties that put in doubt their statements promoting the image of a green Paris Olympics
Stéphane Mandard writes on the Le Monde website about the challenges organisers are facing in hosting a ‘climate positive’ Games. Environmental concerns are foremost in the planning of the Games but there are major challenges. Even still, the Paris 2024 organising committee maintains that these Games will provide the sporting movement with a new model … Continue reading Organisers are facing many uncertainties that put in doubt their statements promoting the image of a green Paris Olympics
Old multi-storey car parks might be at risk of collapse under weight of EVs
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has said UK car parks could collapse under the weight of electric vehicles (EVs) unless weight limits are imposed or the buildings are strengthened. Read about their recent report in a news item on the Engineering and Technology (E&T) website. The article doesn’t mention it but, the size and … Continue reading Old multi-storey car parks might be at risk of collapse under weight of EVs
Fears that key upcoming climate and finance summit in Paris is not being taken seriously
Just two weeks ahead of a key climate and finance summit, only two developed country leaders have promised to turn up. Joe Lo discusses latest developments in an article on the Climate Home News website. Rich world’s leaders fail to commit to Paris global financing summit Two weeks ahead of a highly-anticipated climate finance … Continue reading Fears that key upcoming climate and finance summit in Paris is not being taken seriously
Silencing climate voices in the insurance industry, but not actions
There have been recent attacks by Republican-led states in the US against investors and insurers who integrate the risks of climate change into their business models. Rachel Kyte, Dean of the Fletcher School at Tufts University writes on The Conversation website that, while voices may have changed, for the most part actions have not. Fewer … Continue reading Silencing climate voices in the insurance industry, but not actions
Blog from Jane Marsh: Why “Blue” Hydrogen Shouldn’t Be Considered Clean Energy
Hydrogen has always been an option for clean energy because it produces no byproducts other than water. There are numerous avenues for obtaining hydrogen, but not all are created equal. Companies can capture it from business operations, and electrolyzers can generate them. Each method gets a color, which determines its source and environmental impact, so … Continue reading Blog from Jane Marsh: Why “Blue” Hydrogen Shouldn’t Be Considered Clean Energy
