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Jamaica reaches 75% smart meter coverage

Smart Energy International

Jamaica Public Service Company has reported that 520,000 smart meters were installed at the end of January, corresponding to about 75% of the customer base. The rollout, launched in 2015, has seen a J$14 billion (US$90 million) investment as part of the initiative to modernise the electricity network and improve the customer experience.

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SMS brings U16 gas smart meter to market in UK

Smart Energy International

Smart energy infrastructure specialist SMS is the first meter installer to bring the device to the UK market. The UK’s first ever U16 gas smart meter has been installed at a domestic property in Berwick-on-Tweed, Northumberland, marking another milestone for the UK’s smart meter rollout. The final common variant.

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Workplace EV charging: Lessons from sustainability trailblazers

GreenBiz

Businesses are reaping the environmental and social benefits of providing electric vehicle charging for employees. Last fall, a research team from PGS conducted a study on workplace electric vehicle charging practices. Optimize energy management. Tue, 07/14/2020 - 01:30.

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Energy saving innovations dominate Scottish Environment Business Awards

Envirotec Magazine

There were 12 winners at the annual “VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards” in Glasgow on Tuesday 1 November, recognising innovations including a system for using treated wastewater to provide heating, and a solution that empowers homeowners in striving for net zero. Engaging Scotland Award – The Highland Council.

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Commercial drones have the potential to half CO2 emissions for freight

Envirotec Magazine

Commercial unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have the potential to almost halve the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of urban freight transport compared to small light commercial vehicles (LCVs), providing an unprecedented opportunity for the logistics industry to reduce its environmental impact. billion in 2021 to $11.29

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6 Straightforward Ways to Create an Eco-Friendly Business

The Environmental Blog

In an effort to protect the environment, more and more businesses are taking the necessary steps to become eco-friendly. If you’re wondering how to develop a more eco-friendly business and enjoy the benefits, consider the following six methods listed below. Also, don’t overlook the power of incentivizing. Watch your water usage.

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Reasons Why More Brands Are Moving Towards Sustainable Packaging

The Environmental Blog

Experts estimate that if mankind continues at its current rates of energy usage, deforestation, excessive reliance on fossil fuels , and other activities, the world as we know it will continue to suffer as the years go on. It Shows Responsibility and Humanity. It Can Inspire Others.

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