February, 2023

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How will AI shape the future of clean energy?

GreenBiz

I posed the question to experts at the foremost utility trade conference: DistribuTECH

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Microchip introduces hybrid power drive module for electric aviation applications 

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US integrated circuit manufacturer Microchip Technology has announced its new comprehensive three-phase hybrid power drive module, which is the first of 12 variants in the company’s product line with either silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors or insulated-gate bipolar transistors. Microchip says its new module helps meet the needs of electric aircraft designers who are looking to convert flight control systems from hydraulic to electric to reduce weight and design

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Scientists unravel the porosity of biochars in a world first

Envirotec Magazine

Dr Roberto Volpe and Dr Christoph Rau with biochar samples inside the I-13 beamline facility at Diamond Light Source (image credit: Diamond Light Source). Ground-breaking work lights a path for environmental applications and accessing results from vast amounts of data In a breakthrough that may be significant for environmental applications, researchers have imaged the porosity of biochars via “unprecedented” operando experiments, making use of facilities available at the UK’s national synchrotro

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USPA Nationwide Security: A Green Business Certified Security Guard and Firewatch Provider

Green Business Bureau

USPA Nationwide Security positions value first and gives away 50% of company profits USPA Nationwide Security is a US-based security guard company providing services such as security officers, bodyguards, fire watch security services, (fire watch) armed guards and traditional security watchmen, and fire guards. The business has earned the response of U.S. and foreign government clients for one simple reason – value comes first, with the company giving away 50% of business profits.

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Electrofuels Are the Future: The Driving Force to Decarbonizing Heavy Transport

Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium

With the first wave of the energy transition, renewable energy sources (such as solar and wind) have begun replacing coal power generation. However, some sectors are lagging behind and struggling to decarbonize more than others, including large-scale transportation like commercial aviation, shipping, and rail transit. Electrofuels (aka eFuels) are the next generation of solutions to help the hardest-to-abate sectors pivot from their reliance on fossil fuels.

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Energy Saving Tips for a More Eco-Friendly Home

U.S. Green Technology

No matter how big your home is, where you’re located, and how many people live with you, the chances are that you’re using more energy than you know. All those hidden devices and gadgets that are consuming your energy 24/7 are unknown to lots of people, but that doesn’t mean that they’re not there. On. The post Energy Saving Tips for a More Eco-Friendly Home appeared first on U.S.

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Large scale wind and solar smash output records on main grid

Renew Economy

Output of wind and solar smashes previous records in main grid, as renewable output hits new peaks in South Australia and Victoria, and gas posts a record low. The post Large scale wind and solar smash output records on main grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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A looming El Niño could give us a preview of life at 1.5C of warming

Grist

The last three years were objectively hot, numbering among the warmest since records began in 1880. But the scorch factor of recent years was actually tempered by a climate pattern that slightly cools the globe, “La Niña.” This year and next, La Niña might give way to its hotter counterpart, El Niño. Distinguished by warm surface waters in the tropical Pacific Ocean, the weather pattern has consequences for temperatures, drought, and rainfall around the world.

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Insulation manufacturer calls for an industry code of practice

Envirotec Magazine

New research seems to reveal that more than half of UK surveyors are unfamiliar with spray foam insulation and have a limited understanding of the material; leading to concerns over whether their lack of knowledge is preventing homeowners from exploring the benefits of spray foam insulation. Commissioned by Huntsman Building Solutions, the research sought the opinions of a cross-section of UK-based surveyors* and found that 41% possess limited knowledge of spray foam and 17% have very limited kn

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Enphase Energy demonstrates bidirectional EV charger technology

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Enphase Energy, a supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, has successfully demonstrated a bidirectional EV charger that enables vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) functionality. It also allows energy generated from solar panels to be sent directly to the EV battery. The new product uses Enphase’s grid-forming IQ8 Microinverters and Ensemble energy management technology to seamlessly integrate into Enphase home energy systems.

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Environmentally Friendly, Sustainable Materials for Your Home Décor

U.S. Green Technology

Home décor is an important aspect of our daily lives, as it helps to create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere in our homes. However, with the current trend towards sustainability and environmentally friendly practices, it is becoming increasingly important to consider the materials and products we use in our homes. There is a wide range. The post Environmentally Friendly, Sustainable Materials for Your Home Décor appeared first on U.S.

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AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities

Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.

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Snowy 2.0: The making of one of Australia’s most spectacular infrastructure debacles

Renew Economy

On the sixth anniversary of its announcement, we look at six unenviable records the Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project has set. The post Snowy 2.0: The making of one of Australia’s most spectacular infrastructure debacles appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Getting meta about the metaverse

GreenBiz

The ability to model processes such as training, product development in an immersive virtual world could have real implications for ESG strategies.

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A conservative think tank just sent 8,000 teachers a new climate denial ‘textbook

Grist

After decades of intense public debate and misinformation campaigns, nearly three-quarters of Americans now accept that climate change is happening ; not only that, more than half understand it is caused by human activity. This shift has forced fossil fuel companies — and the organizations they fund — to alter their tactics to avoid regulation. Where they once denied climate science outright, companies now engage in “ discourses of delay ,” publicly accepting the science but working to stall cli

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Ohio derailment: The worst toxic spill in recent memory?

Envirotec Magazine

Drone footage showing the freight train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio on 6 February. As details of its spilled cargo have come gradually to light, the Ohio train derailment has elicited “worst of all time” pronouncements on social media, and a seemingly growing sense of foreboding as to the long-term consequences. A statement from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said around 50 of the train’s 150 carriages (or “cars”, as US usage prefers) had been affected by the derailment, whi

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How Digital Transformation will Bend the Curve of the Linear Economy Toward the Circular

Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Climate 4.0 Economy. Climate change is here. We see it in many ways already. Weather catastrophes: Texas freezing over, the wildfires of California, the increasingly unpredictable violence and frequency of hurricanes, the rapid melting and disappearance of polar ice caps. Much more evidence all around us. What can we do in our corporate organizations, in our homes and communities, to change the current course?

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TravelCenters of America to deploy 1,000 Electrify America fast EV chargers at 200 locations

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TravelCenters of America (Nasdaq: TA), which operates a network of 281 travel centers (truck stops, to use the old-fashioned term) in 44 states under the TA, Petro and TA Express brands, is working with Electrify America to deploy DC fast charging at select TA/Petro locations. TA aims to install some 1,000 chargers at 200 locations along major highways over five years.

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What is Smart Meter? Types of Smart Meter

U.S. Green Technology

Smart meters are electronic devices that store details like the consumption of electricity as well as voltage levels, current, and power factor. The smart meter monitors the consumption of utility energy generated by the outlet or system it is connected to. For instance, smart meters connected to a natural-gas line will track the number of. The post What is Smart Meter?

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Gas industry still talking garbage about big batteries, knowing they will kill its dirty cartel

Renew Economy

The gas industry is sprouting utter nonsense about big batteries - a technology it knows will kill its dirty cartel in no time at all. The post Gas industry still talking garbage about big batteries, knowing they will kill its dirty cartel appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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My exclusive interview with ChatGPT about AI, climate tech and sustainability

GreenBiz

Can artificial intelligence conduct an informed conversation about the broad and complex technologies under the climate tech umbrella? Let's let it speak for itself.

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Solar installers: Add EV charger installation to your services now Bidirectional EV charging will soon upend the solar + storage installation market.

Solar Power World

The clean energy market is constantly evolving, and solar installers are used to adapting. Solar hot water installs were quickly overtaken by the shift to rooftop PV. Threats to net metering and more utility shutdowns have required contractors to get comfortable with installing batteries alongside more advanced solar layouts. Just as the industry receives a… The post Solar installers: Add EV charger installation to your services now <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weig

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Rewild the night sky by tackling light pollution says charity

Envirotec Magazine

Chris Packham is urging the public to spend 20 minutes counting stars to help build a crucial national database mapping light pollution. The broadcaster is backing a campaign by CPRE, the countryside charity to rewild the night sky to restore truly dark natural habitats for threatened wildlife. Artificial light pollution is one of the biggest threats to nocturnal creatures, many of which have suffered sharp population declines.

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New report: over 5,000 e-buses now on US streets

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Electric transit buses are becoming increasingly common sights on US streets. A new report from clean transport consultancy CALSTART found that there are some 5,480 full-size zero-emission buses in operation in the US—an increase of 66 percent since 2021—and another 859 in Canada. The entire US fleet of full-size transit buses numbered about 72,700 in in 2019.

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6 Ways to Make Your Business Greener This Year

U.S. Green Technology

Over the past 30 years, we witnessed a surge of 50% in global greenhouse emissions, mainly due to increased fossil combustion. Going green as a business is a way to contribute to the wellbeing of our planet and future generations. And it’s definitely a savvy business strategy, as consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the. The post 6 Ways to Make Your Business Greener This Year appeared first on U.S.

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China now has enough wind and solar to power every home

Renew Economy

China installed 125GW of new wind and solar capacity in 2022, and now generates enough wind and solar to meet demands of every home, but not industry. The post China now has enough wind and solar to power every home appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How much will we sacrifice for plastics?

GreenBiz

Cancer Alley, an 85-mile stretch along the Mississippi River in Louisiana, is home to over 200 plastic and petrochemical plants — and some of the most polluted air in the U.S.

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MAKING THE BREAKTHROUGH Green hydrogen policies and technology costs | IRENA

Energy Central

MAKING THE BREAKTHROUGH Green hydrogen policies and technology costs | IRENA Turning green hydrogen from a niche player into a widespread energy carrier calls for an integrated policy approach to build the market. This rests on four central pillars: National hydrogen strategies. These can start with research and development (R&D) programmes, followed by a vision document on.

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Pump Industry Awards finalists announced

Envirotec Magazine

The Hilton at St George’s Park Hotel, Burton-on-Trent, will host the awards dinner on 16 March. The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) writes The Finalists in the 2023 Pump Industry Awards have been determined, following a judging session held virtually on 26 January. From the record number of entries received, and through some incredibly tight scoring, the Judges shortlisted 46 Finalists across the eight award categories to go through to the public vote.

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Maserati’s first fully-electric car powered by three Marelli 800 V motors

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Italian automotive supplier Marelli developed and manufactured the three e-motors used in the new Maserati GranTurismo Folgore, and also provided its proprietary Adaptive Driving Beam Matrix LED headlamps and Telematic Control Unit connectivity system. The 800 V motors, which were developed over a two-year span and produced at Marelli’s Modugno plant in Bari, Italy, supply a total installed power of 1,200 hp in a compact profile.

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Solar Bollard Lights: What to Look for?

U.S. Green Technology

The bollard lights are one of the innovative light inventions that has given new aesthetics to landscapes. It is highly affordable and requires low maintenance. It acts as the best solution to save on electrical bills. One of the best solutions is Solar Bollard Light. They are inexpensive and eco-friendly options for homes and outdoor. The post Solar Bollard Lights: What to Look for?

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“If they don’t believe the science, they can f**k off:” Forrest backs coal and gas ban

Renew Economy

Iron ore billionaire Andrew Forrest is passionate about his companies' decarbonisation progress, and damning of those who are not "up to speed." The post “If they don’t believe the science, they can f**k off:” Forrest backs coal and gas ban appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Making waves: Tech firm debuts ocean-based carbon removal protocol

GreenBiz

Planetary Technologies shares a new measurement approach that it hopes will allow purchasers to buy ocean-based carbon removal credits with confidence.

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More than 75% of global insect species not adequately protected

Grist

More than 75 percent of the world’s insect species are insufficiently protected when it comes to conservation areas around the globe, according to a recent new study. From our favorites like bees and butterflies, to the lesser appreciated organisms such as wasps and mosquitoes, insects are facing threats such as climate change, and a myriad of other ills such as habitat loss and pesticide use.

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The Brief: Special Latin America edition: entrepreneurship boom, Central America partnerships, regional impact unicorns. Plus: reconstruction in Ukraine

Impact Alpha

Greetings, Agents of Impact! ? Agents of Impact are convening this week at the Latin America Impact Investing Forum and the Sorenson Impact. The post The Brief: Special Latin America edition: entrepreneurship boom, Central America partnerships, regional impact unicorns. Plus: reconstruction in Ukraine appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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ABB E-mobility delivers millionth EV charger

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ABB E-mobility has announced the delivery of its one-millionth electric vehicle charger. The 2022 launch of ABB E-mobility’s new $30-million, 16,000-square-meter production facility in Valdarno, Italy completed a doubling of the company’s production capacity over the last two years. The manufacturing site can produce one DC fast charger every 20 minutes thanks to its seven production lines.

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Is an EV future sustainable?

Energy Central

Strolling through the Washington Auto Show on January 27, my eyes popped at all the bright and shiny new cars, SUVs and trucks. Also on display were assistive technology wheelchairs and other mobility devices. Vehicles representing 25 brands — from Acura to Volvo — occupied two full floors of the Washington Convention Center. Suddenly, a replica of a Chevy Super Sport hubcap.