Climate change is a reality that’s undeniably altering the fabric of our ecosystems, economies, and societies. In our collective struggle to forge a sustainable path forward, the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) emerges as a vital piece of the puzzle – not just as an objective, but as a mission to bolster resilience in the face of environmental upheaval. Let’s explore the essence of this global goal and its pivotal role.
The quality of the air we breathe indoors profoundly influences our health and well-being. With a
substantial portion of our time spent indoors, be it at home, work, or public spaces, it’s imperative to
recognize the pivotal role that Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems play in
maintaining and improving IAQ.
As the world becomes increasingly aware of the devastating impact of climate change, more and more individuals and businesses are seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. One important way to achieve this goal is through green finance – the practice of using financial instruments to invest in environmentally sustainable projects. But it’s not just individuals and businesses that can benefit from green finance – financial institutions themselves can also reap significant rewards by investing in sustainable projects.
As engineers, developers, consumers and policy makers we have too long carried the linear idea in water management; USE and DISHARGE. We need to alter this current unsustainable linear model and introduce a circular water framework that underlines REUSING and RECYCLING water.
In our ongoing battle against climate change, enhancing biological carbon offsets has become a vital strategy for many industries, including the building sector. Biological carbon offsets refer to activities and projects that either reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions or capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere through biological processes. As part of the Paris Agreement, the country has also committed to creating an additional 2.5 to 3 billion tonnes of carbon sink by 2030. The building sector, responsible for a significant portion of global GHG emissions, can greatly benefit from integrating these strategies into its practices. This blog will explore how the building sector can enhance biological carbon offsets.
Focusing only on renewable energy for making buildings greener is like being drawn to the cherry on top of a cake. It seems like the best and easiest solution at first glance, much like how a cherry makes a cake look more appealing. However, just as a cake has many layers beneath the cherry, real change requires more than just one approach. We also need to improve how buildings use energy, choose sustainable materials, and change our habits to truly reduce carbon emissions. While renewable energy is important, it’s just one part of a bigger effort to create a sustainable future.
Transformers are electrical devices that transfer electrical energy between circuits through electromagnetic induction. They come in two main types: dry-type transformers and oil-immersed (or oil-filled) transformers.
Climate change presents a universal challenge, yet its repercussions are disproportionately distributed across the world, affecting nations, communities, and individuals in varied and unequal ways.
Climate change is intricately linked to human emissions of greenhouse gases, and businesses play a crucial role in the global emissions landscape. To clearly understand and categorize emissions from businesses, the concept of ‘scopes’—Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3—was developed by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, the most widely used international accounting tool for government and business leaders to understand, quantify, and manage GHG emissions. Let’s delve into these scopes and their relevance in the fight against climate change.
Today’s electrical power systems are plagued by a variety of disturbances ranging from short-duration sags, swells, and transients to long-term interruptions. These problems can be caused by motorized equipment within the plant starting and stopping, internal or external faults, or thunderstorm and lightning effects on the utility lines. In addition, power utilities in many areas of the country are operating at or near capacity, resulting in frequent “load shedding” (rolling blackouts).