Green Tech Challenge
JANUARY 6, 2017
Air pollution is becoming a global threat as 90% of urban populations breaths polluted air. We have all seen the images of a smog-filled China city, people wearing masks and authorities banning people to go outside. In December 2016, the Chinese government reported the highest air pollution and the red alert was implemented in 23 cities in northern China.
Sunrun
JANUARY 4, 2017
Chances are you don’t stay up late at night pondering the meaning of net metering. But as you get closer to going solar, it’s good to know a little about how net metering works. Don’t worry. It won’t take long. In fact, we can cover it in a couple steps: Once you go solar, crews install a net meter on your house so your utility company can track how much solar electricity is sent to the grid.
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Alternative Energy News
JANUARY 25, 2017
Battery Technology | Electric Cars | Solar Power | Transportation Solar Team Great Britain has started a kickstarter page to help fund their design for entry in the 2017 World Solar Challenge. Founder Steven Heape leads a team of volunteers from many different disciplines, companies and universities working on a family-sized solar car to compete in the cruiser class. “Cruiser Class is about two or […].
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 31, 2017
One of the teams to win Elon Musk's Hyperloop competition has released a virtual reality app to give you a preview of the future of tube travel. The post VR: Enter The Hyperloop Tube For A Test Ride At 1200 km/h appeared first on Climate-KIC.
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.
Women in Cleantech and Sustainability
JANUARY 30, 2017
By Lisa Ann Pinkerton. Orginally published on The Huffington Post. I recently attended a renewable energy conference in San Francisco, where over lunch a woman introduced me to her male colleague and told me I would be seeing him on a panel that afternoon instead of her. She went on to reveal that the organizers had asked her to speak, but she gave away the opportunity, even though she’s the head of her department and could easily talk circles around others in her field.
38 North Solutions
JANUARY 12, 2017
Patrick Von Bargen, a co-founder and partner at 38 North Solutions, has started a new business, Harley St. Associates , adding executive coaching to his portfolio. Patrick will continue to provide counsel to existing 38 North Solutions clients, while developing a complementary platform for coaching executives and teams who lead sustainability practices for companies and organizations.
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Sunrun
JANUARY 3, 2017
You’ve been thinking a lot about solar. Why wouldn’t you be? Seems like everyone is turning to solar these days to take the sting off of those big utility bills. And that whole thing about clean, solar electricity making a difference in the environment – that’s a great reason, too. So, why haven’t you made the switch? We’ll answer the burning question “should I go solar now?
Better Ventures
JANUARY 5, 2017
We are thrilled to announce our pre-seed investment in Werk , a New York-based startup that is building a marketplace of flexible work opportunities for women. The company raised $1M in the round with participation from seed-stage venture firms Precursor Ventures, Montage Ventures, Halogen Ventures, and Social Starts. Werk will use the capital to build out the product offering and grow their pool of job seekers within their membership-based model.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 30, 2017
The 31 January 2017 edition of our weekly State Of The Planet press review with some of the latest climate science, innovation and policy headlines. The post France Shatters Green Bonds Record: This Week’s 10 Biggest Climate Stories appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Sunrun
JANUARY 9, 2017
A lot of people considering home solar worry that it might be hard to do, or complicated with a million decisions and steep learning curve. But when you go solar with Sunrun that couldn’t be further from the truth! Sure, there’s plenty to learn if you really want to know. But when it comes to what you NEED to know to start saving money on your electric bill, it’s surprisingly easy.
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.
Sunrun
JANUARY 23, 2017
Going solar is the best way to save in the Golden State. Energy rates are rising across the country, and California is no exception. The great news is that you don’t have to be held hostage by these rate hikes and the tumultuous landscape of your electric company’s business. With companies like Sunrun, you can invest in a more independent way to generate energy that’ll leave you, and the environment, better off in the long run.
Sunrun
JANUARY 9, 2017
Ok, so you’re sold on solar, but you might not want to stay in your current home for the next 20 years. Hey, we get it! But if you're worrying about how to sell your house with a solar lease, stop. There’s absolutely no reason to worry because locking in today’s low electricity rates by going solar won’t lock you into staying put for the next two decades.
Sunrun
JANUARY 4, 2017
Sure solar sounds great. Clean electricity. Freedom from the utility companies. No more massive bills. But you can’t help but think “how much are these solar panels gonna set me back?” A ton, right? Nope. When you call Sunrun, you can get beautiful, money-saving solar panels on your roof for litte to $0 down. So how does it all work? Truth be told, the total cost of solar installation can be between $15,000 to $29,000 for average-sized systems between 4kW and 8kW.
Sunrun
JANUARY 9, 2017
Stuff happens, right? Sure it does. That’s life. But that’s why you need to know that with Sunrun, when we say we handle everything from start to finish, we mean from the second you sign your contract through the very long life of your system. Yes, everything. Really. From paperwork to monitoring to repairs, our world-class team of solar experts does it all.
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.
Sunrun
JANUARY 25, 2017
When we’re designing your solar system, we make sure it fits your household electricity needs to a tee, helping maximize your electricity savings over time. We’ll do an extensive assessment of your home electricity usage to make sure your solar panels produce the power you need to keep your household up and running. Keep in mind that there’s the chance you’ll have an unseasonably hot summer that requires you to crank on the AC more than usual.
Sunrun
JANUARY 23, 2017
You may get some harsh winters in Massachusetts, where the temperature is likely to drop below freezing. But that might be the only thing that continues to fall reliably every year — utility rates are rising quicker than ever these days. And with no stop in sight, what are you willing to do to stabilize your power bill? We think we’ve got an answer for you with solar energy.
Sunrun
JANUARY 23, 2017
Shack up with solar and control your utility costs year round. New Jersey is home to great culture and food. But it’s also home to rising energy rates and that’s no fun. As a homeowner, we know you need a break from these hikes and we believe we have just what you’re looking for: solar energy. With the power of the sun, you can fight back against rising utility bills and be less of strain on the environment.
Sunrun
JANUARY 23, 2017
In New York, traditional energy costs are rising. New York is a big city with lots of heart. It’s also a city with tons of lights and even more dreams. And while things like food, hope and other great stuff keeps dreams alive here, it takes a lot of juice to keep the lights on. When it’s left to the utilities, that usually means homeowners like you are footing the ever-increasing bill each year.
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?
Sunrun
JANUARY 4, 2017
So, you’re excited about the idea of going solar but wonder, “Will solar work on my house?” No worries. We can help you figure that out with these three simple questions: 1. Do you dread getting your electric bill? If you’re paying a lot for electricity, there’s a good chance that solar can help you remedy that situation. That’s why Americans are installing new solar panels every three minutes*.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 29, 2017
Hyperloop teams from the Netherlands and Germany were the main winners at a competition organised by SpaceX this weekend. Out of a total of 27 teams from the US and around the world, the Europeans were among the only three teams to proceed to the final stage of the competition on Sunday (29 January) and […]. The post European Teams Win Elon Musk’s Hyperloop Competition in California appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 26, 2017
Trees help keep cities cool and remove air pollution, but how much of your city is actually covered by them? A new interactive website lets you explore and compare trees in cities around the world. Launched last month, the tool crunches Google Street View data to visualise the aboveground portion of trees and other vegetation […]. The post This Refreshing Data Visualisation Reveals Where Your City’s Trees Are appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 25, 2017
The president of the European Union’s multi-billion investment bank has called on Europeans to unite and lead the charge against climate change. The post Europeans Must Lead The Free World on Climate Action: EU Bank Chief appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 24, 2017
A new web-based tool provides free access to accurate data about the solar power potential of your location – or any other part of the world. The post New Interactive Atlas Puts Spotlight on Planet’s Solar Power Potential appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 23, 2017
The 24 January 2017 edition of our weekly State Of The Planet press review with some of the latest climate science, innovation and policy headlines. The post USA Steps Aside, Europe And China Step Up: This Week’s 15 Biggest Climate Stories appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Sunrun
JANUARY 23, 2017
Take advantage of all that southwestern sun. Powering your home is something everyone often takes for granted. We don’t blame you for it: electricity is basically a given in the modern age. But, with utility companies dominating the energy market for so long, we’re sure most people think that their utility is the only option in terms of energy providers.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 22, 2017
The UN secretary general calls for a new partnership between the public and private sector to make sure the Paris climate accord gets implemented. The post UN Chief: Business Sector is World’s Best Ally Against Climate Policy U-Turns appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 18, 2017
A team of climate scientists decided to take the 'What happens in the Arctic doesn't stay in the Arctic' mantra literally and travelled to Davos, with their basecamp in tow. The post These Climate Scientists Literally Brought Their Arctic Basecamp to Davos appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 16, 2017
The 17 January 2017 edition of our weekly State Of The Planet press review with some of the latest climate science, innovation and policy headlines. The post World Talks Climate Business in Davos: This Week’s 13 Biggest Climate Stories appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 15, 2017
VW may just have unveiled a new electric version of its classic hippie van, but renewable energy is not “hippie talk” a senior diplomat has said. Plunging costs driven by new technologies and policies have unleashed unprecedented growth in the renewable energy sector according to a new publication by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). […].
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 12, 2017
The world has been working together to beat major challenges like climate change and hunger for decades, these charts show some of the key goals. The post Progress on Key Global Sustainable Development Targets Explained With 5 Charts appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 11, 2017
While NASA’s climate science future may be unclear, Europe is in the midst of upgrading its earth observation capabilities. The post Climate Data: Europe Expands its Fleet of Earth Observation Satellites appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 10, 2017
A new tongue in cheek public awareness campaign shows the fight against climate change is highly personal. The post 6 Public Awareness Ads That Make Climate Change Hilariously Personal appeared first on Climate-KIC.
Climate-KIC
JANUARY 9, 2017
The 9 January 2017 edition of our weekly State Of The Planet press review with some of the latest climate science, innovation and policy headlines. The post The Gigafactory Has Been Activated: This Week’s 16 Biggest Climate Stories appeared first on Climate-KIC.
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