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Variable Renewable Energy: Powering a Flexible, Low-Carbon Future
Variable Renewable Energy: Powering a Flexible, Low-Carbon Future Variable renewable energy (VRE) comes from sources whose output changes with weather and natural conditions. The two most common examples are wind and solar power. Wind turbines generate electricity when the wind blows, while solar panels produce more during daylight and less when skies are cloudy. Their…
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Commercial Energy Storage: A Practical Guide for Businesses
Commercial Energy Storage: Making Better Use of Energy Commercial energy storage helps businesses manage when and how they use electricity. By storing energy and using it later, organisations can reduce pressure on their electricity supply, make better use of renewable power and improve resilience. As energy costs and demand change, storage is becoming an increasingly…
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Urbanisation and Sustainability: Building Better Cities for the Future
Urbanisation and Sustainability: Building Better Cities for the Future Urbanisation is one of the defining changes of our time. More people are living in towns and cities, drawn by opportunities for work, education, healthcare and culture. Cities can support efficient services and vibrant communities, but rapid and poorly planned growth can also increase pollution, inequality,…