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Clean Energy Portfolios Can Provide Reliable, Affordable Energy for Jacksonville
As Florida’s largest municipal utility plans to build a new gas plant, changes over the past two years warrant a new look at options to meet residents’ energy needs.
The Opportunity for Grid Connectivity, Intelligence, and Flexibility in Africa
African electricity grids face a steep challenge to expand electricity access an serve a quadrupling of demand by 2050. Innovation in sensing, intelligence, and controls can help utilities improve service and revenues now, while setting the foundation for a more functional grid in the future.
Airports and the Advancement of Net-Zero Aviation Innovation
Airports need regional collaboration, pilot programs, and policy support to overcome infrastructure and operational challenges for future hydrogen and electric aircraft, now. Coordinated stakeholder engagement and targeted planning are essential to accelerate net-zero aviation.
The Opportunity for Green Cement and Concrete in Africa
80% of Africa’s 2050 building stock is yet to be constructed, presaging a massive increase in demand for cement and concrete. Innovation can lower cost and emissions by first using less concrete in buildings, then using less cement in the concrete mix where concrete is necessary, and finally adopting alternatives to traditional cement where possible.
Unlocking Nature-Based Solutions
Tackling heat and water stress in Indian cities