Research urges more use of excess heat for energy
New data from Danish engineering group Danfoss has highlighted the vast untapped potential of excess heat as a source of energy. In the EU alone, excess heat amounts to 2,860 TWh/y, corresponding almost to the EU’s total energy demand for heat and hot water in residential and service sector buildings such as schools, hospitals, hotels, […]
Energy innovations driving big changes in automotive design
Energy innovations, technological advances, societal tastes, environmental concerns, and changing emission regulations are prompting the automotive industry to change the way vehicles are designed and built. Against the backdrop, automakers are gearing up to improve fuel efficiency, control car emissions, offer greater safety benefits, higher customer differentiation, and minimize costs and supply chain risk, says […]
IT service providers actively targeting ESG opportunities
IT services providers that are expanding their portfolios to target environmental, social and governance (ESG) opportunities are making a wise move as many enterprises require assistance developing and implementing ESG-related initiatives, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that these companies must continue to adapt to shifting market dynamics to stay ahead of […]
Leading CEOs pledge 50% cut in real estate emissions by 2030
A group of global firms have committed to reduce their real estate emissions by 50% by 2030 and reach net-zero carbon no later than 2050, as part of a World Economic Forum initiative. With buildings contributing 38% of all energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, leaders across all industries have a critical role to play in lowering […]
Kana Earth unveils carbon offsetting ledger for fund managers
British company Kana Earth has launched an open ledger and investment platform for the UK’s carbon offsetting market, which it claims will address many of the major obstacles holding the sector back for fund managers investing in this sector. The company says it’s already in talks with several UK based fund managers, who collectively have […]
Rising energy costs and potential blackouts – impact on employers
By Jayne Flint, Associate in the Employment Team at Law Firm Womble Bond Dickinson Increased energy and supply costs and the potential for blackouts this winter are forcing many organisations to consider reduced opening or manufacturing times. This article looks at the options available to employers and how to consult effectively with staff about changes […]
Is data the key to reducing power & meeting sustainability goals?
By Chris West (pictured), Head of Managed Service, Keysource A growing number of customers are committing to sustainability/Net Zero targets and asking us to help them understand the journey to achieving their IT and data centre related goals. Know what you’ve got Our starting point is simple – organisations need to get visibility of the […]
Oil and gas giants taking ‘measured’ steps for energy transition
Oil and gas industry leaders are steadily incorporating transition fuels as well as low-carbon and zero-carbon energy sources into their portfolios, with the contributions of those fuels ‘pivotal’ for a successful energy transition and mitigation of carbon emissions. GlobalData’s thematic report, “Energy Transition in Oil & Gas,” reveals that major oil companies such as BP, […]
World Bank passes judgement on national energy policies and regulations
Two years of pandemic have highlighted the vulnerability and isolation of populations without electricity and have prompted countries to increase their focus on energy access and affordability, according to a new World Bank report on energy policies and regulations. The 2022 edition of the RISE (Regulatory Indicators for Sustainable Energy) report shows that many countries […]
Morriston Hospital in Wales green lights solar energy farm
Morriston Hospital will become the first in Wales to develop its own full-scale solar farm, at a cost of £5.7 million. Work is expected to start early next year on the 4MW development on land at Brynwhillach Farm, linked to Morriston by a 3km private wire. It will supply almost a quarter of Morriston’s power, cutting […]