IKEA, one of the great names in furniture and innovation, will begin selling renewable energy to households in Sweden this autumn. Danielle Harling explains in an article on the House Beautiful website. IKEA To Enter the Renewable Energy Market in Sweden Earlier this month, IKEA turned heads with the release of its HUVUDROLL meatball-scented … Continue reading IKEA’s renewable energy rollout begins in September and Sweden, and eventually to all markets
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New EEA briefing on applying circular economy principles in the renewable energy sector to address waste and resource challenges
A rapid transition to renewable energy is necessary if Europe is to achieve its climate objectives. Developing the infrastructure to enable this change will require substantial resources and generate large volumes of waste as equipment reaches the end of its service life. Applying circular economy principles in this sector provides a win-win approach to address … Continue reading New EEA briefing on applying circular economy principles in the renewable energy sector to address waste and resource challenges
Solar farms can also be used to tackle another of the planet’s big problems: loss of biodiversity
Jacob Dykes writes on the Geographical website of the extra benefits that solar farms can bring. The solar farms that also boost wildlife Solar farms offer one way to meet the world’s decarbonisation targets, but they could also be used to tackle another of the planet’s big problems: loss of biodiversity. The approach is … Continue reading Solar farms can also be used to tackle another of the planet’s big problems: loss of biodiversity
One German village prepares for climate-friendly future
While Germany mulls over better solutions for a climate-friendly future, one northern village has already made the transition. And its residents say the benefits are worth every penny. Gero Rueter of Deutsche Welle paid a visit to Sprakebüll. Sprakebüll: A German village embraces a solar future "I am proud of Sprakebüll. It's great to … Continue reading One German village prepares for climate-friendly future
It is one thing to install a renewable system in a remote community and a whole other to ensure its long-term, sustainable operation
Feyza G. Sahinyazan, Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Department of Technology & Operations Management at Simon Fraser University and Serasu Duran, Assistant Professor, Operations and Supply Chain Management at Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary write about their concerns about mini-grids in an article on The Conversation website. Why renewable … Continue reading It is one thing to install a renewable system in a remote community and a whole other to ensure its long-term, sustainable operation
With greater ambition, Germany can meet all its energy demand with renewable energy within next 15 years
Charlotte Nijhuis writes on the Clean Energy Wire about a new report by the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin) showing that Germany can meet its entire energy demand in little more than a decade by renewable energy. Now, let’s see if the country takes up the challenge. Germany can fulfil entire energy … Continue reading With greater ambition, Germany can meet all its energy demand with renewable energy within next 15 years
Vienna Energy Forum 2021 features first-ever Youth Forum
The Vienna Energy Forum (VEF) is a biennial global, multi-stakeholder forum with the objective of exploring developmental challenges within the realm of sustainable energy. The Forum introduces a platform for policy- and decision-makers from all sectors of society to conceive practical solutions to sustainability issues. Since its founding in 2008 by a joint initiative of … Continue reading Vienna Energy Forum 2021 features first-ever Youth Forum
A policy paper for fossil-free districts and cities from Energy Cities now available
A new report by Energy Cities details the key drivers and solutions to ensure that cities can deliver heat planning if required and drive the transition toward a fossil-free future. Good practices that cities are already implementing to phase out natural gas are also showcased. Why and how fossil fuels in buildings will be … Continue reading A policy paper for fossil-free districts and cities from Energy Cities now available
The EC’s “Fit for 55” out soon: here’s what to anticipate
The European Commission will table a package of energy and climate laws on July 14th aimed at reaching the EU’s 2030 goal of cutting emissions by 55%, and putting it on track to hit net zero by 2050. Kira Taylor and Sean Goulding Carroll write on the EURACTIV website to give you the lowdown on … Continue reading The EC’s “Fit for 55” out soon: here’s what to anticipate
Blog from Jane Marsh: Will Clean Hydrogen Be Cost-Competitive by 2030?
As the eco-conscious movement expands, environmental scientists must access sustainable growth in the renewable energy industry. President Biden acknowledged the necessity for expansion and developed the Build Back Better plan. His plan allocates trillions of dollars to clean energy development and employment. A significant portion of research and production occurs in the solar power sector … Continue reading Blog from Jane Marsh: Will Clean Hydrogen Be Cost-Competitive by 2030?
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