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Discover the key characteristics of Smart City 6.0, including sustainability, innovation, and data-driven decision-making. Learn how these concepts can transform cities and create a more livable and resilient future for urban communities.
Top 10 technology trends of 2023
April 27, 2023
TECHNOLOGY
China’s Baidu has highlighted the top 10 technology trends of 2023. Baidu Research, the research arm of the Chinese tech giant, …
Join us on a journey to discover the exciting world of symbiotic architecture! Our blog explores the innovative ways in which architects are designing sustainable and eco-friendly buildings that work in harmony with the natural environment. From green roofs to passive solar design, we cover a range of topics that showcase the power and potential of symbiotic architecture. Whether you’re an architect, engineer, or simply curious about the future of sustainable design, our blog is the perfect starting point for exploring this exciting field.
Creating Cities for People: Practical Tips for Increasing Comfort and Livability
Technology, including sensors, AI, and smart city initiatives, will play a critical role in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of municipal services.
Global warming vs climate change
March 13, 2023
CLIMATE
Global warming vs climate change. Global warming and climate change are related concepts, but they have different meanings.
Top innovative renewable energy companies and startups
March 2, 2023
ENERGY
Discover the latest and most innovative companies and startups working in the renewable energy sector. From transforming waste into energy, to harnessing the power of ocean waves, to developing advanced wind turbines and solar panels, these companies are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and leading the way towards a more sustainable future. Join us as we explore the cutting-edge technologies and groundbreaking ideas that are shaping the renewable energy landscape and paving the way for a cleaner, greener planet.
Green logistics is the way of the future
March 2, 2023
TRANSPORTATION
In general, green logistics are any initiatives in the supply and storage of goods aimed at sustainable development.
Hydrogen is the fuel of the future, is it?
February 24, 2023
TECHNOLOGY
Between 2033 and 2035, the production of new cars with internal combustion engines (ICE) in the European Union will cease…hydrogen fuel
Trend 2030 – What does mean carbon neutral?
February 23, 2023
TECHNOLOGY
In 2020, the head of Google said that the company has been carbon-neutral for 13 years. The trend toward carbon neutrality is supported by other companies.
Brussels cuts truck emissions in 2030, Czechs protest
February 16, 2023
GOVERNMENT
A week ago, 27 European Union leaders at a two-day summit agreed to cut emissions by 55 percent by 2030 compared to …
What is a biophilic city?
February 15, 2023
CITIES
What is a “biophilic city”? The author of the “biophilic city” concept is American urbanist Tim Beatley. In 2010, he published a book titled “Biophilic Cities: …
5 challenges of renewable energy development in the islands
February 15, 2023
ENERGY
Despite the disadvantages of such energy sources (toxic production and disposal of solar panels, noise problems with wind turbines,
The impact of renewable energy technologies on…
February 15, 2023
ENERGY
The evolution of renewable energy has exceeded all expectations. The global demand for energy from renewable sources is steadily growing – just as the …
Sustainable Energy Solutions 2023
February 14, 2023
ENERGY
The 8 areas of sustainable development provide access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all to
Are Rockefellers really managing world?
February 13, 2023
ECONOMICS
The wealth of the Rockefeller clan is legendary. No one knows for sure the total size of the family’s fortune, but it is rumored to be between $1 trillion and $3 trillion.
6 facts about the future of city life?
February 8, 2023
CITIES
The authors explain the forces behind urban change and offer a new perspective on the possibilities of tomorrow’s cities.
Innovative Technologies: Smart Transportation; IoT Technology; Renewable Energy; Smart Water Management…
9 world-changing innovations from San Francisco
February 3, 2023
SMART CITIES
Top 9 innovative technologies of 2023 from San Francisco that will change our future
6 future technologies that will change Kansas
February 1, 2023
CITIES
Kansas is also a state that is exploring and implementing innovative technology and smart city initiatives.
Some examples of interesting innovations and technology that have been implemented in Kansas include:
Smart City San Francisco
January 27, 2023
SMART CITIES
These are just a few examples, but there are many other innovative technologies and initiatives being implemented in San Francisco as well.
Smart City Philadelphia
January 26, 2023
SMART CITIES
These are just a few examples, but there are many other innovative technologies and initiatives being implemented in Philadelphia as well.
Smart City Kansas
January 25, 2023
SMART CITIES
These are just a few examples, but there are many other innovative technologies and initiatives being implemented in Kansas as well.
Discover the latest technology and initiatives driving the development of Tokyo as a smart city, from transportation to energy efficiency and more.
Factors of production for 2023 prognose
December 8, 2022
ECONOMICS
Producing things, we need some tangible and intangible materials. Primary and secondary production factors of global innovation industries.
First hydrogen DD buses in London
November 29, 2022
TECHNOLOGY
The London government is commissioning England’s first hydrogen fuel cell double-decker buses
Solar power plant developments
October 25, 2022
PIONEERS
Mayor announces solar energy developments Goal To support solar energy and the transition to renewable energy sources Project City leaders plan to transition municipal buildings to renewable energy, the project will catalyze renewable energy development. A request to partner with solar panel manufacturers was released by Chicago Infrastructure Trust on October 1, 2018. Construction of […]
Organic waste recycling plant
October 25, 2022
PIONEERS
Plant for the processing of organic waste into renewable natural gas Goal To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve the overall environmental condition of the city Project In partnership with Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc., the city will begin installing new equipment at the Dufferin Solid Waste Management Facility later this year. The new equipment will convert […]
Energy efficiency fund
October 24, 2022
PIONEERS
Mayor’s £500m energy fund to help cut carbon emissions Goal To combat air pollution, support energy-efficient solutions and renewable energy Project The Energy Efficiency Enhancement Fund (MEEF) provides flexible Financing for energy-efficient technological solutions with a loan period of up to 20 years. The projects that can be financed are: Energy storage facility; Infrastructure for […]
The Climate Mayors Initiative
October 19, 2022
PIONEERS
The Climate Mayors initiative Goal Mitigating the impact of cities on climate changes Project “Climate change is not a problem that a city can solve alone, but Boston’s leadership could have far-reaching consequences,” said Mayor Walsh. The Mayor of Boston requested project proposals from qualified renewable energy developers with projects across the U.S. that could […]
Smart street infrastructure
October 10, 2022
PIONEERS
Using street lighting infrastructure to support the deployment of a reliable wireless network. Hong Kong is testing multipurpose lampposts
Opening of Solar Centers
September 22, 2022
ENERGY
Seoul Solar Centers Goals Increasing the share of renewable energy in total energy use Project The centers provide installation and management services for solar panels. Plans are in the works to implement spot (miniature generators) and large public projects. With the introduction of such “one-stop-shop” centers, the government plans to motivate 1 million households to […]
Buildings renovation based on a new standard
September 21, 2022
PIONEERS
Environmental Impact Assessment Items and Standard for Construction and Maintenance business – GoalsI – mprove use of efficient technologies
Renewable Energy Project
September 21, 2022
ENERGY
Melbourne Renewable Energy Project Goals Increasing the share of renewable of the total energy mix, Reducing CO2 emissions Project The first stage Renewable Energy Project is the construction of a wind farm. What makes this project unique in Australia is the number of partners. Unique in Australia is the number of partners: 14 companies will […]
Virtual power plant
August 15, 2022
SMART CITIES
The solution will use the stable EWDai coin on the Ethereum network.
Solar panels
August 15, 2022
PIONEERS
Increased interest in renewable solar energy
The World’s First Eco-City of the Future – Masdar City Our polluted ecosystem can no longer cope with all of its natural mechanisms on its own, and this is the fault of human actions. Or the influence we unknowingly have on it. This article presents one way to properly influence the planet’s ecosystem. An example […]
Solar power
May 25, 2022
BUZZWORDS
Solar power is one of the largest alternative energy and renewable energy sources (RES) segments. Today, it is customary to distinguish between three main solar energy technologies: solar energy can be used to generate electricity (photovoltaics, PV), to obtain concentrated thermal energy for subsequent power generation (concentrated solar power, CSP), or direct heating of the […]
Low impact development
May 23, 2022
BUZZWORDS
Low Impact Development (LID) has been defined as “development that, through its adverse environmental impacts, either enhances or does not significantly degrade the quality of the environment.” The relationship between potential developers and UK planning authorities since the 1980s has led to a multitude of unique, locally adapted developments, often using natural, local, and reclaimed […]
Green building materials
May 12, 2022
BUZZWORDS
Green building materials – Composed of renewable and/or recycled materials, rather than nonrenewable resources. What kinds of green building materials are there? Building materials that are energy-efficient, sustainable, reusable, and that help and do not harm the planet are very important in the construction industry. Green building materials do one or more of the following: […]
Leadership in Energy LEED
May 11, 2022
BUZZWORDS
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED – is an ecology-oriented building certification program run under the auspices of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Before the introduction of LEED, the construction industry had no established standard for defining what constituted an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly project. Since its introduction in 1998, the LEED system […]
Viima democratizes innovation that helps companies to develop, evaluate, and prioritize ideas better and faster.
low carbon city
April 3, 2022
BUZZWORDS
A low-carbon city reduces its carbon footprint by focusing on renewable energy and mitigation measures. The “green” aspects of comprehensive stimulus programs Like all government plans for social and economic revitalization at all levels, comprehensive incentive programs are designed to help decarbonize cities. Urban investments can promote compact, integrated, multipurpose cities that reduce the distance […]
SMART Competition ORG
March 30, 2022
EDUCATION
The Competition promotes sustainable design, the use of renewable technology, improving energy efficiency, and the smart grid
Zero carbon city
March 7, 2022
BUZZWORDS
A zero-carbon city runs entirely on renewable energy; it has no carbon footprint and will in this respect not cause harm to the planet. A zero-carbon city runs entirely on renewable energy; it has no carbon footprint and in this respect does not harm the planet. Most of the world’s cities produce energy by burning […]
Eco-friendly. Don’t fall for “greenwashing” efforts
December 6, 2021
EDUCATION
The sustainability boom that more and more companies are jumping on also brings with it the risk of fraud. This is mainly about deceiving…
2008, Masdar, Abu Dhabi
December 4, 2021
SMART CITIES
Many global cities are fast developing into resource-starved ecosystems, inefficient, unmanageable, and unsustainable…
2007, Tianjin, China
December 4, 2021
SMART CITIES
Following earlier cooperation between China and Singapore on the Suzhou Industrial Park in China while benefiting from Singapore’s…
Blue Gate Antwerp, Belgium
December 4, 2021
SMART CITIES
Antwerp is the second largest port in Europe and the 5th largest worldwide. It, therefore, plays an important economic role not just in..
1994, Craigmillar, Scotland
December 4, 2021
SMART CITIES
Based on the Knowledge Bases approach and development of the Craigmillar Community Information Service, Craigmillar (Edinburgh, Scotland)..
1989, Copenhagen, Denmark
December 4, 2021
SMART CITIES
With the deployment of intelligent solutions in their city for the past 30 years, Copenhagen is quickly becoming a leader in smart city…
Difference in efficiency between a parabolic and tower solar plants
November 18, 2021
ENERGY
Solar energy is one of the cleanest energy resources that does not compromise or add to global warming. The sun…
Green energy types, how they work and their efficiency
November 18, 2021
ENERGY
Green energy is still being researched all around the world and newer applications are being developed nearly daily.
Brief explanation of green economics sectors
November 18, 2021
ECONOMICS
Fortunately the situation is constantly changing for the better, green technological solutions are becoming cheaper…
Soaring trends and solutions of green economics
November 18, 2021
ECONOMICS
The goal supports the idea of a man living in harmony with the Earth while continuing to progress technologically for our greater good as a whole.
Primary trends of future cities development
November 15, 2021
INFRASTRUCTURE
Constant innovation and technological advancement that is being introduced in the cities will be a reality in the future thus enabling…
How to increase the efficiency of solar panels
November 14, 2021
ENERGY
Solar panels are one of the most common but not very effective ways to produce electricity from renewable sources.
Smart City terminus
November 13, 2021
BUZZWORDS
Today, almost half of the world’s population lives in cities and the number of urban residents is constantly increasing.
Germany innovation in the spirit of circular economy
November 13, 2021
ECONOMICS
The circular economy is pivotal in achieving climate neutrality, conserving natural resources, and protecting the environment.
UK harness the power of the sun to reach Net Zero
November 13, 2021
ENERGY
Affinity Water has an ambitious plan to be Net Zero by 2030, and Centrica Business Solutions is delighted to be playing our part of that.
Ecological aspects of smart (electric) cars
November 13, 2021
TRANSPORTATION
After realizing the wide benefits of smart cars, and their merits over conventional gasoline cars the question that still remains…
What does mean the Smart Knowledge Management?
November 9, 2021
EDUCATION
The smart knowledge management system is a novel approach aimed at developing effective and practical intelligent systems used in decision making…
People-centric Smart City benefits for all. New measures, IT applications, and young talents.
Vienna is taking up global issues with flying colors, thanks to an innovative Smart City strategy. Browse strategy, mission and vision.
Berlin smart city strategy aims to use technology and innovation and connected city. Smart City Berlin is also…
The City of Sydney is experiencing rapid change. Our population is growing, the needs of our community and environment are intensifying and technological…
The big data-based Smart City master plan focuses on IoT and AI-based traffic management.
Shenzhen 深 圳
November 8, 2021
CITIES
Shenzhen smart city strategy, including its implementation, examples of smart city projects, and interesting facts and statistics.
Washington
November 8, 2021
CITIES
Washington DC smart city (smart city strategy) is focused on leveraging technology to improve the lives of its residents, enhance sustainability, and foster economic growth. The strategy includes
The City of Stockholm has the very important task of reporting what is happening in Stockholm and the political decisions taken in the City Hall. We do…
The Smart City vision of Barcelona is in quality of education, energy, health, and well-being.
Green Deal
October 27, 2021
BUZZWORDS
Europe has a plan to become a technological and ecological leader in the world because, like many other countries China, Canada, India…
The project aims to provide Ahmedabad with a meaningful waterfront environment along the Sabarmati River banks and redefine the identity of..
UAE: Dubai’s Green Hydrogen project
September 12, 2021
ENERGY
The project implemented in collaboration with DEWA, Expo 2020 Dubai, and Siemens Energy, is the first solar-driven green hydrogen-producing facility.
Arcadis awarded 10-year Germany TenneT contract
September 5, 2021
ENERGY
The contract includes the provision of planning and control systems for the 130 km long 380kV grid reinforcement and grid expansion project.
Zero energy city
September 4, 2021
BUZZWORDS
A city with zero net energy consumption, meaning the total amount of energy used by the city on an annual basis is roughly equal to…
INFOSYS Smart City
August 8, 2021
BRANDS
Smart Cities requires integrated management of the economic, social, and infrastructure aspect of urbanization with the use of advanced…
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation – the 9th Development Goal
Renewables
August 1, 2021
BUZZWORDS
This term defines energy sources that are constantly renewed or replenished and hence are permanently available. Renewables include sunlight
Nearly zero energy building standard
August 1, 2021
BUZZWORDS
Nearly-zero-energy buildings are characterized by very low energy requirements, with a considerable share of these requirements covered…
Heat pumps take heat energy from water, the ground, or the air, bring it to a usable temperature, and transfer it into heating or hot…
Clean Energy Package for All Europeans
August 1, 2021
BUZZWORDS
The legislative package agreed by the EU comprises a series of key energy and climate policy regulations: a new version of…
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all is the seventh goal in the set of goals presented by the UNO.
Opportunity for visionary municipalities
July 1, 2021
INFRASTRUCTURE
Recognition for exemplary effort is now more prevalent than ever. States and organizations seek out and reward public agencies for visionary..
Siemens Gamesa will deliver SG 14-222 DD offshore wind turbines to all three wind power projects of Hai Long.
Australia’s first large-scale hydrogen plants
May 25, 2021
ENERGY
$103.3 million towards three commercial-scale renewable hydrogen projects, as part of its Renewable Hydrogen Deployment Funding Round.
Canada: UBC Renewable Energy Hub
May 21, 2021
ENERGY
This technology will make it possible to explore other hydrogen applications, such as injection into the natural gas grid to decarbonize space heating.
$70 billion investment to hydrogen power by 2030
May 20, 2021
ENERGY
The cost to produce and distribute Hydrogen from clean energy sources is expected to fall by as much as 50% over the next decade.
Circular economy support platform in Japan
May 11, 2021
ENERGY
A circular renewables platform to visualize plastics historically discarded as waste and other recyclable resources.
FlexTM autogrid boosts renewable energy use in Japan
April 12, 2021
ENERGY
Fujitsu to sell AutoGrid FlexTM solution to maximize use of distributed energy resources
Fujitsu Limited, Autogrid Systems, Inc.
AUE : World adds record for new renewable energy capacity
April 12, 2021
ENERGY
The world added more than 260 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity last year, exceeding expansion in 2019 by close to 50 percent.
Atos Smart City
April 8, 2021
BRANDS
Atos Smart Cities incorporates Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into the city’s fabric for better citizens’ experience.
SE Smart City
April 3, 2021
BRANDS
Buildings are a core component of Schneider Electrics smart city. From dining, shopping, and sleeping to learning, working and recovering.
Samsung Smart City
April 3, 2021
BRANDS
Samsung C&T’s Smart City will employ eco-friendly technologies to reduce energy loss and achieve energy independence.
Abu Dhabi National Energy Strategic Plan 2030 at its core the global energy transition…
Among the new railway projects, Dubai plans the construction of Automated People…
Sustainable development goals framework – The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015.
Space requirement of renewable energy sources
January 7, 2021
ENERGY
It takes more space to produce renewable energy than you think, says Paul Behrens…
Wind power plants performance beats other renewable resources
December 19, 2020
ENERGY
Wind power plants’ efficiency presents wind turbines as the cheapest energy resources…
Solar plant that converts salt water into drinking water
October 10, 2020
ENERGY
A renewed hopes in Kenya introduced a solar-powered plant that transforms salty ocean water into fresh drinking water.
The world energy consumption by source results 2020
August 21, 2020
ENERGY
Today, almost half of the world’s population lives in cities and the number of urban residents is constantly increasing.
In the world solar industry, that is, in the production, installation and maintenance of photovoltaic panels, nearly…
Browse all types of governments and their short description about the logic, purpose, behavior, and application to the usual system.
In the future, the operational environment will become more challenging for district heating technology. Therefore, comprehensive planning of the whole…
Plastic bag or paper bag?
April 23, 2020
CLIMATE
Is it a greener plastic bag or paper bag? … you may be surprised!
More power produced from renewables than from coal
March 12, 2020
ENERGY
Germany produced for the first time more electricity from renewable sources than…
Performance of wind power plants
October 18, 2019
ENERGY
Wind power plants’ efficiency present wind turbines as the cheapest energy resources…
Green economics as the matter of life and death
October 3, 2019
ECONOMICS
Green marketing, unlike traditional marketing, goes beyond the basic determined needs of the customer and the economy…
Increasing ecology war between diesel or electric cars?
December 12, 2018
TRANSPORTATION
Electric cars are expanding mainly due to the eco-friendly operation, but the study says…
Chernobyl again produces electricity – by solar panels
November 29, 2018
ENERGY
Thirty years after the accident, the Ukrainian Chernobyl turned into a source…
Too much wind power plants at one place can cause local warming
November 16, 2018
CLIMATE
One of the ways to address climate change concerns is the use of renewable energy sources (solar or wind farms). However, a study by Lee Miller and David Keith from Harvard shows that wind turbines can also affect local warming. The underlying idea of how to reverse global warming is to reduce the release of […]
Elon Musk: the ambitious architect of the future
November 9, 2018
ECONOMICS
This is the story of a man whose ambitious goals and ideas largely transform our reality and make a much more endearing future. The American editor of the Rolling Stone spent nine months watching him with everything he did and worked on the following article. It perfectly summarizes who he is and what his colleagues […]
Solar energy is at a record low price
August 22, 2018
ENERGY
Solar chips are advanced silicon technology and as such exponentially improves in terms of efficiency and therefore prices.
The radical project plans to build an island that would serve as a hub for a huge offshore wind farm.
In March, thanks to the favorable weather, Portugal was able to cover the monthly consumption of electricity from…
Arabia’s build smart mega-city is not for conventional people. The place for the dreamers…
A basic difference between traditional and green energy sources
February 22, 2018
CLIMATE
There are two existing sources of energy in the world. One of them is historic and has been used ever since humanity…
Smart water management system in modern Smart Cities
February 20, 2018
INFRASTRUCTURE
Smart management systems in sustainability maintains a high quality of life for every citizen. One of the key requirements…
Smart Cities support innovation in a chemical industry
November 10, 2017
ECONOMICS
The chemical industry directly or indirectly touches over 95 percent of all manufactured products…
Experts have also predicted that driverless cars may become a reality in the course of the next ten years.
Connection between green economics and population
September 10, 2017
ECONOMICS
As humans interact and become socially connected through the computer they integrate with the smart system.
India’s road to a renewable and sustainable future
August 25, 2017
ENERGY
The world’s largest renewable capacity expansion programme is already underway in India. The program is expected…