With all the discussion about smart grids and electricity market design changes, we often overlook the state of the current grid. Joshua D. Rhodes writes on The Conversation website what it would cost the US to replace its “old, dirty, creaky” grid. The old, dirty, creaky US electric grid would cost $5 trillion to … Continue reading Setting priorities for electricity grid infrastructure spending in the US
We can take some time to reflect, but we must act soon
The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) has recently published a study that shows that we cannot waste any more time on addressing climate change. Our actions must achieve impact now if we are to achieve our Paris climate achievements. This article from IIASA was on the EurekAlert website. Next 10 years critical … Continue reading We can take some time to reflect, but we must act soon
One day we may fuel our cars with iron powder
Canadian scientists are look at iron powder to one day provide a cleaner, greener alternative fuel for vehicles. Nicole Mortillaro explains on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation website. Metal as fuel? These Canadian scientists are working to make it happen Imagine one day fuelling your car with iron powder, rather than gasoline. That's the goal … Continue reading One day we may fuel our cars with iron powder
Addressing global water shortages
We are always looking at innovative ways to address climate change concerns. Chelsea Harvey writes in the Washington Post about a new water-capturing device that works even in some of the world’s driest places. This device pulls drinking water straight out of the air — and it runs entirely on the sun’s energy A … Continue reading Addressing global water shortages
A renovation strategy for Europe?
It was in 1970 when the Beatles released The Long and Winding Road. With the onslaught of the first major oil crisis only four years later, it could be the anthem for energy policy ever since. The beginning of the road was a push to start with more insulation in our buildings in order to … Continue reading A renovation strategy for Europe?
Example from Italy shows why more needs to be done to promote industrial energy efficiency in Europe
Audits were made mandatory to large industry in the EU’s 2012 Energy Efficiency Directive. Now the directive is under review and there have been many concerns that the Commission has proposed no new legislative changes to promote industrial energy efficiency. Silvia Zinetti, a sustainable energy expert based in California and a regular contributor to EiD, … Continue reading Example from Italy shows why more needs to be done to promote industrial energy efficiency in Europe
Bringing renewable energy to Canada’s indigenous communities
Stephanie Cram writes on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation website about an important initiative to launch renewable energy projects to indigenous communities in all parts of Canada. Indigenous-owned company brings renewable energy to First Nations W Dusk is helping to install renewable energy sources in First Nations across the country, providing an alternative to diesel … Continue reading Bringing renewable energy to Canada’s indigenous communities
Impact of California’s boom in solar power
Everyone is fascinated with developments in California to promote sustainable energy. Ian Johnston writes in The Independent that the impact of solar production is leading to negative electricity process. The energy transition is truly underway. California produced so much solar power, electricity prices just turned negative "Yeah, they're out there havin' fun, In the … Continue reading Impact of California’s boom in solar power
Looking at new ways to address fuel poverty
There are more policies than ever to address fuel poverty but we are finding how difficult it is to have the impact we need. Sylvia Thompson writes a good article in The Irish Times about some of the issues raised at a recent conference in Dublin. Fuel poverty: finding an eco-solution “Energy poverty is … Continue reading Looking at new ways to address fuel poverty
The benefits of energy efficiency standards need to withstand the rush to leave the EU
Andrew Warren, chairman of the British Energy Efficiency Federation and a regular contributor to EiD, warns that Britain’s tabloid war on energy efficiency standards could end up costing businesses hundreds of thousands of pounds post-Brexit. This is an important message for all countries. Green Brexit: Taking back control to waste energy? According to official … Continue reading The benefits of energy efficiency standards need to withstand the rush to leave the EU
Energy in Demand - Sustainable Energy - Rod Janssen 