Sunrun
MARCH 2, 2017
In December, the World Economic Forum (WEF) officially reported that by 2020, solar will become the most affordable renewable form of energy in the world. In passing this is great news — solar is a reliable energy source that can provide electricity to those in need with little-to-no impact on the environment. From communities in need to homeowners like you looking to save, everyone can benefit from this positive trend.
Climate-KIC
MARCH 6, 2017
This week, Aqualonis’s Cloud Fisher nets that capture drinking water from cloud vapour caught our attention. Cloud Fisher, which was awarded the UNFCCC Momentum for Change prize in 2016, is a particularly critical technology for drought-stricken areas. It works by harvesting cloud vapour through a vertically suspended mesh. The mesh’s spidery webs help it form […].
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Better Ventures
MARCH 23, 2017
We are thrilled to announce our $400,000 seed investment in Fluid Financial , an Oakland, CA-based fintech startup that helps small businesses and freelancers get paid on time. Our investment was part of Fluid's $1M seed round, which closed late last summer and was led by Santa Monica-based Mucker Capital. Fluid fits nicely within our "future of work" investment theme and solves a big pain point for the freelancer economy, which is getting paid promptly and reliably.
38 North Solutions
MARCH 16, 2017
The Trump Administration released today what is known as the “skinny” budget because of the lack of specifics, and, while this is more of a political statement than a political reality, it is clear that any program remotely related to climate or clean energy is recommended for the chopping block. Climate programs like the Global Climate Change Initiative and Green Climate Fund were expected targets, but also eliminated were popular programs like Department of Energy’s flagship ARPA-e initiative;
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.
Sunrun
MARCH 3, 2017
We here at Sunrun believe in spreading our love of solar energy in Massachusetts. We also believe that in your journey to become a solar homeowner, you’re learning to enjoy it just as much as we do. That’s why we’ve dug up some great facts about the local solar industry and how the Bay State has great solar options for homeowners. It’s a great way learn more about just how good you have it here.
Climate-KIC
MARCH 28, 2017
Can a chocolate company help win a bid to turn a coal plant into a theme park? Why did the Germans build a super sun? These, and more in this week’s biggest climate innovation stories. 1. Halve carbon emissions each decade to combat warming, say scientists. Scientists in Stockholm have set out a clear approach […]. The post This week’s 10 biggest climate innovation stories – 29 March appeared first on Climate-KIC.
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Climate-KIC
MARCH 21, 2017
Catch up on the latest developments in the transition to the zero carbon economy. 1. CO2 emissions stay same for third year in row – despite global economy growing A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) shows that although the global economy has been growing, carbon dioxide emissions from energy have not increased […]. The post This Week’s 10 Biggest Climate Innovation Stories: 22 March appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
MARCH 21, 2017
The European Commision has announced the winners of the European Sustainable Urban Mobility Awards at a ceremony held in Brussels. Malmö won the European Mobility Week Award for its long-term focus on encouraging walking and cycling, while Brussels scooped the fifth Award for Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning (SUMP) for its freight strategy. European Commissioner for […].
Climate-KIC
MARCH 15, 2017
[link] This week, we’re inspired by plans to build an artificial island in the North Sea that would power around 80 million homes across six countries with renewable energy. A consortium of European energy companies, including TenneT and Energinet, have announced plans to create a 6 km2 island in the middle of the North Sea […]. The post European countries unite for North Sea clean power hub appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
MARCH 15, 2017
Catch up on the latest developments in the transition to the zero carbon economy with our Press Review, 16 March 2017 1. Dutch Solar Bike Path SolaRoad Successful and Expanding After a successful pilot in 2014, a consortium of companies and research labs called SolaRoad will be further developing and expanding their solar bike path […]. The post This Week’s 9 Biggest Climate Innovation Stories: 16 March appeared first on Climate-KIC.
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.
Climate-KIC
MARCH 8, 2017
Catch up on the latest developments in the transition to the zero carbon economy with our Press Review, 9 March 2017. Women in Innovation Yesterday (9 March) was International Women’s Day. Our Inspire and Viewpoint this week continues this theme, celebrating women in climate innovation. Which female innovators do you think are accelerating the zero-carbon […].
Sunrun
MARCH 3, 2017
When it comes to solar energy, New Jersey has never been shy about loving the sun or the idea of renewable energy in general. And as a potential solar homeowner here, we know you’re pretty well acquainted with all that solar energy has to offer. But, just in case you didn’t know, we’ve drafted up some great facts about New Jersey solar. By the numbers In the most recent studies available, New Jersey ranks 4th in the nation for solar.
Climate-KIC
MARCH 1, 2017
Catch up on the latest developments in the transition to the zero carbon economy with our new-look Press Review, 2 March 2017. Smart Sustainable Cities Urban e-Truck Trial Kicks Off in Germany A 12-month trial of urban electric trucks used in last mile distribution will begin in Germany this year. Read more here. Mercedes-Benz starting […]. The post This Week’s Biggest Climate Innovation Stories: March 2 appeared first on Climate-KIC.
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