Now that marijuana is increasingly legalised, the need for reducing energy costs becomes a priority

Indoor producers of marijuana have high energy bills because of the need for high-intensity lights. Diane Cardwell has written a good article in the New York Times about the increasing use of LED lights in the US.   Where Marijuana Plants Flourish Under Energy-Saving LED Lights “We wanted to be able to offer the best … Continue reading Now that marijuana is increasingly legalised, the need for reducing energy costs becomes a priority →

First steps for a global, interconnected energy grid

The energy transition is truly underway, regardless of American elections. It is encouraging to see the development of new grids that will make the use of renewable energy more effective. Loz Blain writes on the New Atlas website about latest developments from an Asia-based group of entrepreneurs.   Asian “super grid” the first step towards … Continue reading First steps for a global, interconnected energy grid →

Analysing changes in energy consumption in buildings in Hong Kong

Ernest Kao writes in the South China Morning Post about a new study that analyses the energy consumption in Hong Kong’s buildings since 2000.   Hong Kong energy use per household down since 2000, but hotels and schools could be pushing up total use Hongkongers used three per cent less electricity in 2013 than in … Continue reading Analysing changes in energy consumption in buildings in Hong Kong →

The fast-shifting electric power landscape – a new cash crop

“Make hay while the sun shines" is an old saying that's considered a proverb. As Stanley Reed writes in the New York Times, batteries are now making use of solar power, even in the dark.   Batteries That Make Use of Solar Power, Even in the Dark A new cash crop has sprung up on … Continue reading The fast-shifting electric power landscape – a new cash crop →

While renewables boom in South Africa, national utility still pushing for nuclear

Many countries are caught trying to find the optimal low carbon energy path. Norimitsu Onishi reports in the New York Times about the differing views underway in South Africa. What are your views?   Windmills or Reactor Cores? Inside South Africa’s Energy Clash In one of the most sun-drenched corners of the planet, a 670-foot … Continue reading While renewables boom in South Africa, national utility still pushing for nuclear →

Indonesia sees renewable energy as key to its sustainable energy future

More and more countries are realising how important investing in renewable energy is in meeting a range of policy goals. Viriya P. Singgih writes in The Jakarta Post about recent government commitments to develop renewable energy.   Renewable energy is a must, not an option: Arcandra The government has reiterated its commitment to develop renewable … Continue reading Indonesia sees renewable energy as key to its sustainable energy future →

Seeking a delay in rolling out smart meters in Britain

There are disputes about the potential impact of smart meters to reduce energy consumption and controversy continues. Now Britain’s energy giants are asking the UK government to delay the 2020 deadline for installing smart meters. Emily Gosden explains in an article on The Telegraph website.   Energy giants call for smart meter deadline delay Energy … Continue reading Seeking a delay in rolling out smart meters in Britain →

Devising new cycle lanes that protect cyclists and contribute to more sustainable cities

Oliver Balch writes a good article in The Observer about plans for a novel new cycle path in Chicago that will be a floating car-free bike path along the surface of the Chicago River.   Chicago entices cyclists with plan for floating, solar-powered bike path City cyclists, picture the scene: no more road-hogging drivers, no … Continue reading Devising new cycle lanes that protect cyclists and contribute to more sustainable cities →

Importance of energy efficiency in reducing GHG emissions

Increasingly more of us are understanding that energy efficiency is a major policy tool in addressing climate change. Carl Weinschenk provides a good article on the Energy Manager Today website confirming that role.   GHG Reduction and Energy Efficiency Go Hand-in-Hand It is possible to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions without cutting energy costs and, … Continue reading Importance of energy efficiency in reducing GHG emissions →