The document discusses the history and activities of eAmbiente, an environmental consultancy firm founded in Italy in 2002. It provides details on eAmbiente's staff size, locations, values, and services which include environmental assessments, management, and restoration. The document also outlines the steps taken by the Province of Venice, Italy to support municipalities in developing Sustainable Energy Action Plans as part of the Covenant of Mayors initiative.
A 30% cut by 2020 is a crucial first step to the 80-95% emissions cut by 2050 agreed by the Heads of State. It is essential if Europe is to maintain its leadership in renewable energy technologies like wind energy, create new jobs and become more competitive, and not lose ground to other countries.
Rather than relaxing its climate ambitions, the EU must put Europe’s economic interests first and move to a 30% emissions reduction target (December 2010).
Stephen Long eu legislation and insulationnetplusz
The document discusses EU legislation and policies related to building insulation. It outlines legislation addressing energy efficiency, construction products, eco design, eco labels, and waste management. The legislation aims to cut greenhouse gases and energy use while increasing renewables use. It establishes requirements for building insulation and energy performance. The opportunities for expanded use of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation in new and renovated buildings across Europe to meet these policy goals are also discussed.
Transition to low emission developmentUNDP Eurasia
The document discusses transitioning to low-emission development. It notes that greenhouse gas emissions must be cut 50% by 2050 to keep global temperature increase below 2 degrees Celsius. The transition requires a mix of policies like carbon pricing, clean technology development, reducing deforestation, and behavioral changes. Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) are part of developing long-term low-carbon strategies. Support is needed to help countries design and implement low-emission development strategies and NAMAs through tools, guidance, and building national expertise.
The document discusses the energy challenges facing Europe, including increased demand putting pressure on supply, rising energy prices hurting competitiveness, heavy reliance on imports posing security risks, and the need to reduce emissions to tackle climate change. It outlines the EU's policy response, including developing open energy markets, investing in smarter infrastructure, implementing energy efficiency measures, boosting the use of renewable resources, and funding energy research. The conclusion is that the EU's Roadmap 2050 can meet climate and energy goals through decarbonization, a fully functioning internal energy market, improved energy efficiency, greater renewable electricity and smarter grids, and continued innovation.
The document outlines the European Union's climate change mitigation and adaptation plan. It discusses the threats of climate change, the EU's goal of limiting global temperature rise to 2 degrees Celsius, and the EU's policy and cooperation with partner countries to address climate change. The key aspects of the EU's policy include transitioning to a low-carbon economy through renewable energy, energy efficiency, carbon pricing and trading, and technology development. The EU has implemented an Emissions Trading System and set economy-wide targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2020 through its integrated Climate Change and Energy Package.
This document summarizes climate change and sustainability projects and initiatives across Manchester and Greater Manchester in early 2012. It discusses strategies and plans to reduce carbon emissions, including Manchester: A Certain Future which aims for a 41% reduction in carbon emissions by 2020. It also outlines initiatives to improve energy efficiency in buildings, increase renewable energy and sustainable transport, and enhance green infrastructure. Projects focused on behavior change, carbon literacy training, and green business are mentioned. The document captures the wide range of partnerships working to address climate change in the region.
This document summarizes a transition to low-emission development. It discusses the need to limit global temperature rise to 2°C by stabilizing carbon dioxide equivalent concentrations at 450 ppm and cutting emissions 50% by 2050. It also notes that the world population is expected to reach 9 billion by 2050, placing greater pressure on resources. The EU has committed to reducing emissions 20-30% below 1990 levels by 2020 through various policy instruments and legislation. Developing low-emission development strategies and nationally appropriate mitigation actions will be important for achieving long-term sustainable development goals.
THE CITY OF FUTURE, from Covenant of Mayors to Torino Smart City.
Presentazione delle politiche ambientali e di riduzione dei consumi energetici della Città di Torino: dal TAPE al progetto SMILE
A 30% cut by 2020 is a crucial first step to the 80-95% emissions cut by 2050 agreed by the Heads of State. It is essential if Europe is to maintain its leadership in renewable energy technologies like wind energy, create new jobs and become more competitive, and not lose ground to other countries.
Rather than relaxing its climate ambitions, the EU must put Europe’s economic interests first and move to a 30% emissions reduction target (December 2010).
Stephen Long eu legislation and insulationnetplusz
The document discusses EU legislation and policies related to building insulation. It outlines legislation addressing energy efficiency, construction products, eco design, eco labels, and waste management. The legislation aims to cut greenhouse gases and energy use while increasing renewables use. It establishes requirements for building insulation and energy performance. The opportunities for expanded use of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation in new and renovated buildings across Europe to meet these policy goals are also discussed.
Transition to low emission developmentUNDP Eurasia
The document discusses transitioning to low-emission development. It notes that greenhouse gas emissions must be cut 50% by 2050 to keep global temperature increase below 2 degrees Celsius. The transition requires a mix of policies like carbon pricing, clean technology development, reducing deforestation, and behavioral changes. Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) are part of developing long-term low-carbon strategies. Support is needed to help countries design and implement low-emission development strategies and NAMAs through tools, guidance, and building national expertise.
The document discusses the energy challenges facing Europe, including increased demand putting pressure on supply, rising energy prices hurting competitiveness, heavy reliance on imports posing security risks, and the need to reduce emissions to tackle climate change. It outlines the EU's policy response, including developing open energy markets, investing in smarter infrastructure, implementing energy efficiency measures, boosting the use of renewable resources, and funding energy research. The conclusion is that the EU's Roadmap 2050 can meet climate and energy goals through decarbonization, a fully functioning internal energy market, improved energy efficiency, greater renewable electricity and smarter grids, and continued innovation.
The document outlines the European Union's climate change mitigation and adaptation plan. It discusses the threats of climate change, the EU's goal of limiting global temperature rise to 2 degrees Celsius, and the EU's policy and cooperation with partner countries to address climate change. The key aspects of the EU's policy include transitioning to a low-carbon economy through renewable energy, energy efficiency, carbon pricing and trading, and technology development. The EU has implemented an Emissions Trading System and set economy-wide targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2020 through its integrated Climate Change and Energy Package.
This document summarizes climate change and sustainability projects and initiatives across Manchester and Greater Manchester in early 2012. It discusses strategies and plans to reduce carbon emissions, including Manchester: A Certain Future which aims for a 41% reduction in carbon emissions by 2020. It also outlines initiatives to improve energy efficiency in buildings, increase renewable energy and sustainable transport, and enhance green infrastructure. Projects focused on behavior change, carbon literacy training, and green business are mentioned. The document captures the wide range of partnerships working to address climate change in the region.
This document summarizes a transition to low-emission development. It discusses the need to limit global temperature rise to 2°C by stabilizing carbon dioxide equivalent concentrations at 450 ppm and cutting emissions 50% by 2050. It also notes that the world population is expected to reach 9 billion by 2050, placing greater pressure on resources. The EU has committed to reducing emissions 20-30% below 1990 levels by 2020 through various policy instruments and legislation. Developing low-emission development strategies and nationally appropriate mitigation actions will be important for achieving long-term sustainable development goals.
THE CITY OF FUTURE, from Covenant of Mayors to Torino Smart City.
Presentazione delle politiche ambientali e di riduzione dei consumi energetici della Città di Torino: dal TAPE al progetto SMILE
This document summarizes the environmental history and policies of Växjö, Sweden. It discusses the city's efforts around lake restoration in the 1970s, establishing an environmental policy in 1993, producing yearly environmental reports since 1994, and collaborating with environmental organizations in the 1990s. It also outlines the city's strategies around its Local Agenda 21 plan from 1999, receiving government grants for ecological investments, and implementing an environmental management system called "ecoBUDGET" since 2003.
The document discusses Ecoabita, a program in the Province of Reggio Emilia, Italy to implement the European Union's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive at a local level. It describes Ecoabita as a two step process: 1) making energy certification of buildings a market tool and getting approval for technical work, and 2) defining technical specifications like energy efficiency classes, providing training, incentives and a communication campaign. The communication campaign aims to raise demand for low energy consumption houses. Training is provided at all levels and incentives are available especially for existing buildings to improve energy performance.
The document summarizes Rome's actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve its targets under the Kyoto Protocol. It outlines Rome's population, economy, transportation systems, and environmental policies. Key strategies mentioned include adopting an Environmental Action Plan, integrating sustainability into urban planning, and engaging stakeholders to develop and implement emission reduction measures across various sectors like transportation, energy, waste, and more. The goal is an integrated approach to cut emissions 6.5% by 2012 from 1990 levels through infrastructure projects, renewable energy, energy efficiency, reforestation, and other climate mitigation actions.
The City of Lorient has adopted a "3x30" climate action plan aiming for 30% reductions in CO2 emissions, 30% improvements in energy efficiency, and 30% renewable energy use by 2020. So far it has installed solar PV panels on 9 municipal buildings totaling 122 kW of capacity and producing 125 MWh of electricity annually. To accelerate progress, the city launched a new crowdfunding scheme where citizens own the solar panels through a non-profit and the city rents the panels to produce electricity. The first test project at an elementary school saw a 40% reduction in electricity purchases and 90% of power being self-consumed. The city's goal is to double its solar PV capacity to 250 kW by 2020
The document discusses efforts by cities in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption through cooperation. It notes that the population and emissions are growing faster than expected. Various policies and initiatives are proposed to improve energy efficiency, increase public transport and renewable energy, and reduce emissions from buildings, transportation, electricity consumption, and more. The overarching goal is to decrease the area's per capita emissions by 39% by 2030 to help meet EU climate targets.
Low Carbon Policy and the Cambridgeshire Renewables Infrastructure Framework ...crifcambs
An overview of low carbon policy, the UK energy trilemma and what this means for Cambridgeshire.
Presented to Cleantech members on 10 October 2011 by Sheryl French, CRIF
Presentation of Semida Silveira for the "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle"
Apresentação de Semida Silveira realizada no "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle "
Date / Data : Novr 11th - 12th 2009/
11 e 12 de novembro de 2009
Place / Local: CTBE, Campinas, Brazil
Event Website / Website do evento: http://www.bioetanol.org.br/workshop5
Presentación de Sofia Martínez, Profesora del Programa Ejecutivo en Gestión de Proyectos de Energías Renovables http://bit.ly/dozVqK con motivo de la exposición Universial de Shanghai.
28 de julio de 2010
This document summarizes proposed Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) in Tunisia and Mexico. In Tunisia, NAMA proposals include expanding the existing Tunisian Solar Plan through public-private projects in solar, wind, and energy efficiency. A second proposal focuses on diverting organic waste from landfills through composting and anaerobic digestion. In Mexico, a proposed NAMA concept focuses on improving energy efficiency in new residential housing construction through subsidies and efficiency standards, with support for building codes and urban planning integration. Both NAMAs aim to significantly reduce emissions compared to business as usual projections in each country.
This document summarizes an energy management training session for sustainable action plans. It discusses progress towards EU energy efficiency targets, with buildings, transport and industry achieving significant savings already. The 20% target may be reached with certain conditions. Legislative reviews will occur in 2016. Funding opportunities exist for public authorities and local governments to engage in energy efficiency projects around buildings, heating/cooling, finance, consumers and industry through Horizon 2020 calls. Examples of supported projects that achieved large energy savings and investments are provided. The importance of local leadership in sustainable energy and engaging public authorities is emphasized.
The document discusses Malaysia's reliance on fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas for energy generation and the issues with this approach. It notes that fossil fuels and coal currently dominate 95% of energy generation. It outlines Malaysia's energy timeline and generation mix in 2010. The document discusses challenges like fluctuating oil and gas prices, gas supply shortages, and needing to import coal. It states that Green Constitutes aims to help clients save energy, money and benefit the environment by providing energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. Key areas of focus are buildings, industry and data centers which account for a large portion of energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions. The company contributes solutions in areas like energy auditing, passive efficiency upgrades, active efficiency optimization
This presentation gives an overview on how our current unsustainable energy supply systems can be transformed to sustainable energy systems? There is a special focus on the challenges for developing countries. The findings are based on the book from Peter Hennicke & Susanne Bodach "Energierevolution - Effizienzsteigerung und erneuerbare Energien als neue globale Herausforderungen" (Oekon Verlag 2010).
Presentation held on World Environment Day 2010 (2010-06-06) in Kathmandu, Nepal.
This presentation talks about the what, the why, and the how of managing carbon. It starts with climate change science and then moves on to Australia’s emission profile and how to reduce emissions. It gives an overview of the carbon pricing mechanism that has passed through both houses of parliament and how this affects companies. It will also give an overview on carbon accounting and carbon management/reduction.
This document summarizes a presentation on sustainability and waste management best practices in Europe and their potential impact in Brazil. It discusses how waste management can support green economic development and details the EU approach of prioritizing waste prevention, reuse, recycling, and energy recovery over landfilling. Data shows that recycling and waste-to-energy reduce greenhouse gas emissions. If Brazil adopted similar waste collection, sorting, treatment and landfill gas recovery as in Europe, it could avoid 26-57 million tons of CO2 emissions per year by 20
Michël TOMA, MT Partenaires Ingénierie and Didier BOUTEILLER, City of Lorient...covcap1
1) The document discusses connecting SEAPs (Sustainable Energy Action Plans) with energy management systems according to ISO 50001.
2) It describes a project that is providing training and support to local authorities in France to develop SEAPs and integrate them with ISO 50001 energy management systems for their significant energy uses.
3) The city of Lorient, which has already received the European Energy Award, is working to implement both a SEAP and ISO 50001 EnMS to help meet its goal of reducing energy consumption in municipal buildings by 30% by 2020.
The presentations from the 4 March 2013 conference for Manchester's Climate Change Action Plan featuring presentations from the cities of Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool on what they're doing to tackle climate change.
The document discusses the potential for reducing energy usage and emissions through improving the energy efficiency of buildings. It notes that buildings currently account for 40% of energy usage in Europe and have the potential to achieve significant carbon savings through efficiency upgrades. However, current policies like the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive are only realizing 10% of this potential. The document calls for stronger policies like mandatory efficiency standards for new and renovated buildings across Europe to fully seize this opportunity.
This document discusses Paris' efforts to implement energy efficiency measures in buildings to meet its climate protection goals. It provides statistics on Paris' population, buildings stock, and energy consumption. The city aims to reduce emissions 75% by 2050 from 2004 levels through its Climate Protection Plan. Mobilizing citizens and stakeholders is key to achieving these goals. The Paris Climate Agency was created to operationalize projects, provide prospective analysis, and facilitate partnerships toward energy transitions. Challenges discussed include ensuring long-term mobilization, proving efforts, and designing financing strategies for energy efficiency improvements.
Emanuele Zanotto, Responsabile del Progetto Nautica Sostenibile in eAmbiente, ha presentato a Genova il nuovo prodotto di eAmbiente per garantire la compliance ambientale delle marine e dei cantieri navali.
Durante "Port & Shipping Tech - Forum internazionale dell'innovazione tecnologica per lo sviluppo competittivo e sostenibile del sistema logistico portuale e dello shipping" eAmbiente ha illustrato ai rappresentati dello shipping, delle associazioni di categoria, ai progettisti e agli Amministratori pubbici " eNAVIS - SOLUZIONI ESPERTE PER LA GESTIONE INTEGRATA DELL’AMBIENTE, DELLA SICUREZZA E ETICA DELLE MARINE". L'iniziativa è stata accolta con interesse dagli operatori in considerazione della crescente esigenza delle marine di verificare la conformità legale per ambiente e sicurezza. Il prodotto eNavis si pone come primo passo per un percorso di miglioramento che, con gli opportuni investimenti, può speditamente procedere verso ISO 14001 o EMAS.
This document summarizes the environmental history and policies of Växjö, Sweden. It discusses the city's efforts around lake restoration in the 1970s, establishing an environmental policy in 1993, producing yearly environmental reports since 1994, and collaborating with environmental organizations in the 1990s. It also outlines the city's strategies around its Local Agenda 21 plan from 1999, receiving government grants for ecological investments, and implementing an environmental management system called "ecoBUDGET" since 2003.
The document discusses Ecoabita, a program in the Province of Reggio Emilia, Italy to implement the European Union's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive at a local level. It describes Ecoabita as a two step process: 1) making energy certification of buildings a market tool and getting approval for technical work, and 2) defining technical specifications like energy efficiency classes, providing training, incentives and a communication campaign. The communication campaign aims to raise demand for low energy consumption houses. Training is provided at all levels and incentives are available especially for existing buildings to improve energy performance.
The document summarizes Rome's actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve its targets under the Kyoto Protocol. It outlines Rome's population, economy, transportation systems, and environmental policies. Key strategies mentioned include adopting an Environmental Action Plan, integrating sustainability into urban planning, and engaging stakeholders to develop and implement emission reduction measures across various sectors like transportation, energy, waste, and more. The goal is an integrated approach to cut emissions 6.5% by 2012 from 1990 levels through infrastructure projects, renewable energy, energy efficiency, reforestation, and other climate mitigation actions.
The City of Lorient has adopted a "3x30" climate action plan aiming for 30% reductions in CO2 emissions, 30% improvements in energy efficiency, and 30% renewable energy use by 2020. So far it has installed solar PV panels on 9 municipal buildings totaling 122 kW of capacity and producing 125 MWh of electricity annually. To accelerate progress, the city launched a new crowdfunding scheme where citizens own the solar panels through a non-profit and the city rents the panels to produce electricity. The first test project at an elementary school saw a 40% reduction in electricity purchases and 90% of power being self-consumed. The city's goal is to double its solar PV capacity to 250 kW by 2020
The document discusses efforts by cities in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption through cooperation. It notes that the population and emissions are growing faster than expected. Various policies and initiatives are proposed to improve energy efficiency, increase public transport and renewable energy, and reduce emissions from buildings, transportation, electricity consumption, and more. The overarching goal is to decrease the area's per capita emissions by 39% by 2030 to help meet EU climate targets.
Low Carbon Policy and the Cambridgeshire Renewables Infrastructure Framework ...crifcambs
An overview of low carbon policy, the UK energy trilemma and what this means for Cambridgeshire.
Presented to Cleantech members on 10 October 2011 by Sheryl French, CRIF
Presentation of Semida Silveira for the "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle"
Apresentação de Semida Silveira realizada no "2nd Workshop on the Impact of New Technologies on the Sustainability of the Sugarcane/Bioethanol Production Cycle "
Date / Data : Novr 11th - 12th 2009/
11 e 12 de novembro de 2009
Place / Local: CTBE, Campinas, Brazil
Event Website / Website do evento: http://www.bioetanol.org.br/workshop5
Presentación de Sofia Martínez, Profesora del Programa Ejecutivo en Gestión de Proyectos de Energías Renovables http://bit.ly/dozVqK con motivo de la exposición Universial de Shanghai.
28 de julio de 2010
This document summarizes proposed Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) in Tunisia and Mexico. In Tunisia, NAMA proposals include expanding the existing Tunisian Solar Plan through public-private projects in solar, wind, and energy efficiency. A second proposal focuses on diverting organic waste from landfills through composting and anaerobic digestion. In Mexico, a proposed NAMA concept focuses on improving energy efficiency in new residential housing construction through subsidies and efficiency standards, with support for building codes and urban planning integration. Both NAMAs aim to significantly reduce emissions compared to business as usual projections in each country.
This document summarizes an energy management training session for sustainable action plans. It discusses progress towards EU energy efficiency targets, with buildings, transport and industry achieving significant savings already. The 20% target may be reached with certain conditions. Legislative reviews will occur in 2016. Funding opportunities exist for public authorities and local governments to engage in energy efficiency projects around buildings, heating/cooling, finance, consumers and industry through Horizon 2020 calls. Examples of supported projects that achieved large energy savings and investments are provided. The importance of local leadership in sustainable energy and engaging public authorities is emphasized.
The document discusses Malaysia's reliance on fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas for energy generation and the issues with this approach. It notes that fossil fuels and coal currently dominate 95% of energy generation. It outlines Malaysia's energy timeline and generation mix in 2010. The document discusses challenges like fluctuating oil and gas prices, gas supply shortages, and needing to import coal. It states that Green Constitutes aims to help clients save energy, money and benefit the environment by providing energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. Key areas of focus are buildings, industry and data centers which account for a large portion of energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions. The company contributes solutions in areas like energy auditing, passive efficiency upgrades, active efficiency optimization
This presentation gives an overview on how our current unsustainable energy supply systems can be transformed to sustainable energy systems? There is a special focus on the challenges for developing countries. The findings are based on the book from Peter Hennicke & Susanne Bodach "Energierevolution - Effizienzsteigerung und erneuerbare Energien als neue globale Herausforderungen" (Oekon Verlag 2010).
Presentation held on World Environment Day 2010 (2010-06-06) in Kathmandu, Nepal.
This presentation talks about the what, the why, and the how of managing carbon. It starts with climate change science and then moves on to Australia’s emission profile and how to reduce emissions. It gives an overview of the carbon pricing mechanism that has passed through both houses of parliament and how this affects companies. It will also give an overview on carbon accounting and carbon management/reduction.
This document summarizes a presentation on sustainability and waste management best practices in Europe and their potential impact in Brazil. It discusses how waste management can support green economic development and details the EU approach of prioritizing waste prevention, reuse, recycling, and energy recovery over landfilling. Data shows that recycling and waste-to-energy reduce greenhouse gas emissions. If Brazil adopted similar waste collection, sorting, treatment and landfill gas recovery as in Europe, it could avoid 26-57 million tons of CO2 emissions per year by 20
Michël TOMA, MT Partenaires Ingénierie and Didier BOUTEILLER, City of Lorient...covcap1
1) The document discusses connecting SEAPs (Sustainable Energy Action Plans) with energy management systems according to ISO 50001.
2) It describes a project that is providing training and support to local authorities in France to develop SEAPs and integrate them with ISO 50001 energy management systems for their significant energy uses.
3) The city of Lorient, which has already received the European Energy Award, is working to implement both a SEAP and ISO 50001 EnMS to help meet its goal of reducing energy consumption in municipal buildings by 30% by 2020.
The presentations from the 4 March 2013 conference for Manchester's Climate Change Action Plan featuring presentations from the cities of Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool on what they're doing to tackle climate change.
The document discusses the potential for reducing energy usage and emissions through improving the energy efficiency of buildings. It notes that buildings currently account for 40% of energy usage in Europe and have the potential to achieve significant carbon savings through efficiency upgrades. However, current policies like the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive are only realizing 10% of this potential. The document calls for stronger policies like mandatory efficiency standards for new and renovated buildings across Europe to fully seize this opportunity.
This document discusses Paris' efforts to implement energy efficiency measures in buildings to meet its climate protection goals. It provides statistics on Paris' population, buildings stock, and energy consumption. The city aims to reduce emissions 75% by 2050 from 2004 levels through its Climate Protection Plan. Mobilizing citizens and stakeholders is key to achieving these goals. The Paris Climate Agency was created to operationalize projects, provide prospective analysis, and facilitate partnerships toward energy transitions. Challenges discussed include ensuring long-term mobilization, proving efforts, and designing financing strategies for energy efficiency improvements.
Emanuele Zanotto, Responsabile del Progetto Nautica Sostenibile in eAmbiente, ha presentato a Genova il nuovo prodotto di eAmbiente per garantire la compliance ambientale delle marine e dei cantieri navali.
Durante "Port & Shipping Tech - Forum internazionale dell'innovazione tecnologica per lo sviluppo competittivo e sostenibile del sistema logistico portuale e dello shipping" eAmbiente ha illustrato ai rappresentati dello shipping, delle associazioni di categoria, ai progettisti e agli Amministratori pubbici " eNAVIS - SOLUZIONI ESPERTE PER LA GESTIONE INTEGRATA DELL’AMBIENTE, DELLA SICUREZZA E ETICA DELLE MARINE". L'iniziativa è stata accolta con interesse dagli operatori in considerazione della crescente esigenza delle marine di verificare la conformità legale per ambiente e sicurezza. Il prodotto eNavis si pone come primo passo per un percorso di miglioramento che, con gli opportuni investimenti, può speditamente procedere verso ISO 14001 o EMAS.
Due binari per lo sviluppo del Porto: efficienza e salvaguardia ambientaleeAmbiente
Intervento di Nicola Torricella, Direttore Tecnico Autorità Portuale di Venezia.
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Este documento describe los conceptos de aseguramiento de calidad, costos de calidad y la curva de costos de calidad. Explica que el aseguramiento de calidad se enfoca en prevenir defectos desde el diseño hasta la entrega al cliente. Los costos de calidad incluyen costos de control y aseguramiento de calidad relacionados con lograr la calidad deseada. La curva de costos de calidad mide estos costos y permite identificar áreas de mejora para minimizar los costos totales.
L’ECOLABEL per il servizio di ricettività turistica eAmbiente
Workshop: "LE CERTIFICAZIONI AMBIENTALI COME FORMA DI ATTRAZIONE" Fiera dell'Alto Adriatico di Caorle - Stand ASVO e Comune di Caorle. Intervento di Daniel Collenzini, Divisione Consulenza alle Imprese eAmbiente Srl
La Gestione delle Terre e Rocce da Scavo alla luce del Dm 10 agosto eAmbiente
La Gestione delle Terre e Rocce da Scavo alla luce del Dm 10 agosto 2012, n. 161, elementi operativi e adempimenti tecnici. - Intervento di Tommaso Magro, Coordinatore cantieri eAmbiente Srl. Corso di formazione a cura di eAmbiente Srl - 11 Dicembre 2012 Parco VEGA - Venezia
Поддаётся ли хомячок дрессировке? Ответ на это вопрос вы можете получить, просмотрев данную работу. Оказывается, использовав некоторые приёмы приручения, можно научить сирийского хомячка выполнять небольшие команды, например: лазание по верёвке, игра с мячом, лазание по узкой горизонтальной дощечке, расположенной высоко над полом
Business analysis and strategy proposal for Prendo Simulations (http://prendo.com/) aimed on HTML5 and FLASH technology for their future business simulation software development.
Project was done by students from ESIEE Paris.
Vid det första mötet för Sveriges Radios norra region #srnorr hölls ett antal miniseminarier på 40 minuter. Detta av Lillemor Strömberg, SR Västerbotten till twitterinspiration för journalister
Rose Mary Ruiz provides a visual resume summarizing her skills and experience as an executive assistant with over 10 years of office support. She has strong computer skills including advanced Microsoft Office and other software. Ruiz has held roles as an administrative assistant, training coordinator, and learning representative where she supported up to 3,000 employees and customized training programs. Most recently, she was an executive assistant and secretary providing high-level support to vice presidents and managing staff. In her personal time, Ruiz enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, backpacking, and camping in various national parks and internationally in New Zealand. She also enjoys amateur photography during beach walks and nature encounters.
4 key items which will make Distributed Agile successful ! Nishant Verma
Communication is key for distributed teams with members located offshore and onshore as it leads to better decisions, enriches learning, and increases collaboration and bonding between team members. Regular conference calls and emails are important to replace face-to-face communication. Building trust between all members, having a shared vision through iteration planning and retrospectives, and implementing short iterations with continuous integration helps the offshore and onshore teams work effectively together despite longer turnaround times and dependencies.
El documento discute el concepto de retardo mental leve (RML) y plantea varias preguntas sobre su definición y aplicación. Señala que el RML apareció con la escolarización obligatoria y afecta principalmente el desarrollo del lenguaje, la motricidad y las habilidades simbólicas. También plantea que el éxito o fracaso escolar depende de múltiples factores individuales, sociales y educativos, por lo que la escuela no debe estigmatizar a los estudiantes interpretando la diversidad como
Comune di Vicenza, CONURBANT: esempio di aggregazione e supportoeAmbiente
Città Sostenibile 2011: PATTO DEI SINDACI: AZIONI ENERGETICHE E DI MOBILITÀ VERSO LA SOSTENIBILITÀ DEGLI ENTI
A cura del Ministero dell’Ambiente e della Tutela del Territorio e del Mare, eAmbiente ed Ecomondo
The document summarizes events and activities from April to June 2011 for Lakeside Title Sales, including industry conferences and awards. It then provides an overview of Lakeside Title's business performance in the second quarter of 2011, including goals to increase deals by 10%. Finally, it outlines strategies for agents and lenders to generate more business and reach personal goals, such as following up on leads and developing relationships with clients.
ADERIRE AL PATTO DEI SINDACI Attività e scadenze per i Comuni FirmatarieAmbiente
Innovazione Green nei mezzi e nelle strutture dedicate alla nautica del Veneto: analisi e soluzioni - San Giuliano, 14 Aprile 2012
Intervento di Paolo Dalla Vecchia, Assessore alle Politiche Ambientali Provincia si Venezia
Novità in tema di scambio di quote di emissione di gas ad effetto serra ed Em...eAmbiente
Seminario: "CERTIFICATI BIANCHI E GAS SERRAObiettivi, linee guida, incentivi, novità operative e procedurali".
Dove: CONFINDUSTRIA VICENZA
Quando: Venerdì 10 Maggio 2013
Intervento di Chiara Di Mambro – Ministero dell'Ambiente e della Tutela del Territorio e del Mare.
Carbon footprint and its application to citieseAmbiente
The document summarizes a presentation given by Gabriella Chiellino and Federico Balzan of eAmbiente Srl on carbon footprint and its application to cities. The presentation discusses the carbon footprint and life cycle assessment, the Covenant of Mayors initiative which involves cities committing to reduce CO2 emissions by at least 20% by 2020, and the steps involved in developing a Sustainable Energy Action Plan under the Covenant.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Anna Camp. Beenergy
1. The document discusses the need for local governments to take action on sustainable energy goals in support of new EU policy targets.
2. Local governments are well-positioned to help meet EU targets through local policies on energy use, climate mitigation, urban planning, procurement, and renewable energy.
3. Several cities are already taking ambitious actions through initiatives like renewable energy, energy efficiency, emissions reductions targets, and sustainable transportation programs.
More than 20 years ago, the EU vowed to fight the newly identified danger of climate change. Over time, it has developed a policy which is two-fold: on one hand, it looks at ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions inside EU borders and now has 2050 as horizon; on the other hand, it tends to lead by example and to push other big emitters to gather around similar emission reduction objectives.
Pursuing the idea of giving a price to carbon, the EU has put in place an instrument that would lead it towards decarbonisation: the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). Launched in 2005, it has today become a complex system which is being reproduced in other parts of the world. The ultimate vision is one of a global carbon market leading to a significant reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and thus mitigating the impact of climate change.
This document summarizes a presentation about the EU's energy policy and goals. It discusses how the EU pays billions annually to import energy and relies on single suppliers for gas. The EU's 20-20-20 goals aim to reduce greenhouse gas levels 20%, increase renewables to 20% of energy consumption, and lower energy use 20% by 2020. However, the EU is not on track to meet its energy savings target. New directives establish rules for energy efficiency and nearly zero-energy buildings. Achieving the EU's climate change goals will require large investments and for renewables to supply 55-75% of energy by 2050.
Table-ronde sur "La relance de l'efficacité énergétique en Europe" : relancer, mais aussi financer !
Avec :
Francisco Zuloloaga
Luca Bergamaschi
Adrian Joyce
Antongiulio Marin
Michel Lepetit
Matthieu Auzanneau
Ateliers du Shift du 11 décembre 2014
Copper's Contribution to Combat Climate ChangeLeonardo ENERGY
This document was presented at the 1st European Conference for the promotion of Local actions to combat Climate Change, to hold in Punta Umbría - Huelva - Spain, on days 23, 24 and 25 of September 2009. http://www.laccc.es/index.php/en
It was the first meeting under the Covenant of Mayors initiative with the object of developing and improving the necessary tools and working structures.
This document presents the huge potential for energy efficiency associated to copper use in motors, transformers and renewable energy systems.
Presentation from the 2013 Atlantic Council Energy & Economic Summit expanded ministerial meeting. Presented by Giovanni F. De Santi, director, DG Joint Research Centre, Institute for Energy and Transport (IET)
Croatia has ratified the Kyoto Protocol and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 5% below 1990 levels by 2012 in line with EU policy. Key measures to achieve this include increasing renewable energy sources such as wind, biomass, and hydropower, improving energy efficiency in industry and buildings, and developing sustainable transport options. Long-term goals beyond 2012 involve stabilizing emissions and transitioning to a low-carbon economy through greater renewable energy usage, energy efficiency, connecting to the EU emissions trading system, and potential future measures such as carbon capture and storage or nuclear energy.
The document outlines Piacenza, Italy's plan to become a smart city by reducing its carbon emissions and transitioning to more sustainable practices. It discusses the European Union's goals of reducing emissions 20% by 2020. Piacenza will create an urban plan with actions across transportation, environment, urbanism, knowledge economy, and culture to become carbon neutral by 2020. The plan includes promoting renewable energy, green infrastructure, electric vehicles, bike/pedestrian access, and energy efficiency in buildings.
On December 14, 2009, the Alliance to Save Energy and the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) held a side event at the COP15 climate conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, entitled, "Paradox to Paradigm: The Role of Energy Efficiency in Creating Low Carbon Economies."
Creating Smarter Cities 2011 - 23 - Karen Fraser - EU Smart Cities and Commun...Smart Cities Project
Karen speaks about the European Smart Cities and Communities Initiative and review the European policy context: the Europe 2020 strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth, the Resource Efficiency Flagship Initiative, and the Energy Efficiency Action Plan.
This will include an outline of the new European Smart Cities and Communities Initiative that was launched in Brussels on 21 June 2011, and of related EU funding and collaboration opportunities, together with relevant ongoing activity in Scotland, engaging in the Smart Cities and Communities Initiative, and what support is available for project development in Scotland.
Prof. Maria da Graça Carvalho - European Commission - The EU Strategy Towards...Shane Mitchell
The document summarizes the European Union's strategy towards becoming a low carbon society. The strategy includes:
1) Setting binding targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2020 and increase the share of renewables to 20% by 2020.
2) Improving energy markets through measures like unbundling energy production from transmission.
3) Expanding the emission trading scheme to more sectors and gases and improving its functioning.
4) Supporting low carbon technologies through funding programs and initiatives in areas like renewable energy and energy efficiency.
5) Promoting sustainable urban development and transport through programs like Concerto, Civitas, and the Covenant of Mayors.
The London Green Fund was established in 2009 to invest £100 million in carbon reduction projects that support the city's climate change goals. It focuses on energy efficiency, waste management, and decentralized energy. The fund includes contributions from the London Development Agency, European Regional Development Fund, and is expected to leverage £50 million in private financing. One example investment is a £35 million waste urban development fund to finance recycling and waste processing facilities like a plant that converts plastic waste into new food-grade plastic.
Sv bioeuparks kick off meeting 23 april 2013Zoltan Kun
This document provides a summary of a kick-off meeting for the BIOEUPARKS project. It discusses the Intelligent Energy Europe program and the Executive Agency for Competitiveness and Innovation. Key EU policies on renewable energy, nature parks, forests, and biomass sustainability are outlined. Reporting requirements and the payment scheme for the project grant are also summarized.
The document discusses the DUALL project, which aims to design an ICT interface to connect building users to their electricity consumption in an effort to reduce energy use. It provides background on the Queens Building at DMU, which houses the Faculty of Technology and Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development. The building uses natural ventilation and lighting but has a poor energy rating. The objectives of the DUALL project are to design and test an ICT tool to engage users, understand how ICT can impact energy consumption, and contribute to the living lab vision of the building becoming more sustainable. It also discusses challenges around energy use, efficiency, and emissions.
The document summarizes Rome's plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve its targets under the Kyoto Protocol by 2012. It outlines Rome's population, economy, transportation systems, and environmental policies. Key strategies include improving public transit, promoting renewable energy and energy efficiency, and increasing carbon sinks through tree planting. Stakeholder engagement was important in developing the action plan to integrate solutions across sectors like transportation, energy, waste and commercial activities.
Coordinamento FREE: activities and possible types of cooperation on Smart cit...Davide Astiaso Garcia
Davide Astiaso Garcia presented on potential areas of cooperation between Coordinamento FREE and partners in China. Coordinamento FREE represents 27 Italian renewable energy and energy efficiency associations. Mr. Garcia proposed four main topics for cooperation: 1) multiscale energy planning and integrated energy systems, 2) energy technologies for local production and storage, 3) energy policies at municipal and regional levels, and 4) environmental protection strategies. He then provided two example cases, one on the aging of Italian wind farms and risks of decommissioning, and another on best practices for sustainable biogas production in Italy. Mr. Garcia invited attendees to the Key Energy conference in Rimini, Italy to further discuss opportunities.
The document summarizes the key elements of the Clean Energy for All Europeans package. It discusses the need to modernize the energy system and transition to clean energy to meet climate targets of 50% renewable electricity by 2030 and carbon-free electricity by 2050. It outlines goals to create an enabling environment through market reforms, empower consumers, boost energy efficiency, develop renewable energy and new technologies, and ensure a socially fair transition through new jobs and protection of vulnerable groups. Investment needs are estimated at €177 billion annually until 2030 to meet targets.
La definizione di rischio della nuova ISO 14001: chi è coinvolto e come rispo...eAmbiente
Seminario: Le responsabilità ambientali e la loro gestione in azienda.
Giovedì 31 marzo 2016 ore 14.00
Confindustria Venezia – PST VEGA, Edificio Lybra - Sala Oro
Intervento di: Dott.ssa Gabriella Chiellino – Presidente eAmbiente Group
Seminario: Le responsabilità ambientali e la loro gestione in aziendaeAmbiente
Seminario gratuito. L’evento, organizzato da eAmbiente in collaborazione con MDA Studio Legale, si pone l’obiettivo di fornire gli strumenti operativi a quanti, nelle imprese, si occupano di gestione ambientale. Nello specifico, si affronteranno i temi delle responsabilità ambientali e delle deleghe di funzione, anche in relazione ai nuovi ecoreati (D.Lgs. 68/15), alla responsabilità degli enti e delle imprese (D.Lgs. 231/01), alla particolare tenuità del fatto (D.Lgs. 28/15), nonché la nozione di rischio resa dalla nuova ISO 14001 e le possibili soluzioni assicurative.
Giovedì 31 marzo 2016 ore 14.00
Confindustria Venezia – PST VEGA, Edificio Lybra - Sala Oro Via delle Industrie, 19 – Marghera (VE)
La partecipazione è gratuita. Per motivi organizzativi Le chiediamo di confermare preventivamente la Sua adesione, inviando una e-mail a formazione@eambiente.it oppure a venezia@mdavvocati.it . Disponibilità di posti limitata.
Mi prendo cura della terra - Roma 26 gennaio 2016eAmbiente
Mi prendo Cura della Terra Presentazione dell’Enciclica Papale
Roma, 26 gennaio 2016, ore 16.30 - 18.30 LUISS Business School – Sala Colonne Viale Pola 12 – Roma
Aperte le iscrizioni al corso gratuito organizzato da Cetiquality in collaborazione con eAmbiente dal titolo: EMERGENZA AMBIENTALE DA INQUINAMENTO, la gestione del pronto intervento e della contaminazione pregressa.
DOVE: VEGA Parco Scientifico e Tecnologico di Venezia.
QUANDO: Venerdì 11 dicembre 2015.
DESTINATARI: RSPP, ASPP, RLS, tecnici aziendali coinvolti nelle tematiche Ambiente e Sicurezza; Responsabili dei Sistemi di Gestione Ambiente e Sicurezza; Consulenti in materia di Ambiente e Sicurezza.
CFP: Alla giornata di Studio sono riconosciuti 6 CFP per l’aggiornamento della competenza professionale degli RSPP e degli ASPP.
TERMINE ISCRIZIONI: iscrizione aperte fino ad esaurimento posti disponibili (30) compilando ed inviando il modulo contenuto nel programma.
NOTE ORGANIZZATIVE: sarà accettata una sola iscrizione per azienda. La rinuncia alla partecipazione deve essere comunicata per iscritto con preavviso minimo di 3 giorni; nel caso in cui ciò non avvenga verrà richiesto un contributo spese per annullamento di € 50.
Convention: Innovazione e restauro in chiave sostenibile eAmbiente
Convention organizzata da eAmbiente e Zintek dedicata al tema della sostenibilità nei prodotti da costruzione per l'architettura contemporanea.
La convention si terrà il 19 maggio 2015, dalle 14 alle 18.30 presso la Villa Borromeo di Sarmeola di Rubano, Padova. Nel corso della giornata sono previsti interventi di approfondimento sulla rigenerazione delle città e sulla sostenibilità ambientale, con la presentazione di alcuni casi studio.
L’internazionalizzazione delle imprese nei mercati europeieAmbiente
Il progetto Alterenergy come opportunità per accedere allo sviluppo energetico nell’area dei Balcani.
Martedì 17 febbraio 2015
Ore 10:00 - 13:00
Palazzo Linetti - Sala CTR
Calle Priuli - Cannaregio, 99 VENEZIA
An Economic View of Environmental ProtectioneAmbiente
Robert N. Stavins
Albert Pratt Professor of Business and Government
John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University
Conference on Sustainability in Manufacturing
Assoreca and the Green Economy Network
Assolombarda Auditorium, Milano
November 20, 2014
Il Bilancio ambientale del riciclo del legno a confronto con il suo utilizzo a fini di recupero energetico.
Mercoledì 1 ottobre 2014
Ore 10:00 – 13:00
Nazionale - Hotel & Conference Center
ROMA - Piazza Montecitorio, 131
I PAES per creare comunità intelligenti e sostenibili nel LazioeAmbiente
Sostenibilità, energia, mobilità e fondi europei per far ripartire dal livello locale lo sviluppo.
Ore 09:30 - 14:00, Sala Mechelli Consiglio Regionale del Lazio (Via della Pisana 1301 – Roma)
PARTECIPAZIONE GRATUITA.
Progettare e gestire l'efficienza energeticaeAmbiente
28 Maggio 2014 - Ore 14:30 - 18:00
Auditorium CAME Cancelli Automatici S.p.A.
Via Martiri della Libertà, 15 - Dosson di Casier (Treviso).
Convegno informativo dedicato all'approfondimento dei temi riguardanti il risparmio energetico in azienda. L'applicazione di strategie di risparmio energetico è considerata oggi, da molti, una delle principali leve da realizzare nell'attività imprenditoriale, per contenere i costi ed ottimizzare le risorse disponibili.
L'evento si propone di approfondire i seguenti aspetti:
- politiche nazionali e locali per incentivare e promuovere l'efficienza energetica
- progettazione e realizzazione dell'efficienza energetica nel settore industriale, edile e dei servizi
con la partecipazione di due interventi "ad hoc", a cura della Segreteria Tecnica del Ministero dell'Ambiente e della Regione Veneto e quattro casi pratici di realtà imprenditoriali del Veneto che hanno attuato in concreto interventi di efficienza energetica.
Green Mobility Show | 28 - 29 Marzo 2014, Venezia Terminal 103eAmbiente
Un nuovo evento dedicato ad operatori del settore privato e pubblico per conoscere le tecnologie e le soluzioni più innovative per ridurre l’impatto ambientale del traffico.
Il 28 e 29 marzo 2014 presso le strutture espositive del Terminal Crociere di Venezia va in scena la prima edizione di “Green Mobility Show”, mostra congresso organizzata da VTP Events in collaborazione con e3city.
Analisi e prospettive di sviluppo del progetto Green SiteeAmbiente
Intervento di Graziano Tassinato, VEGA
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Analisi e prospettive di sviluppo del progetto Green Site eAmbiente
Intervento di Luca Novelli, Archimedes Logica Srl
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Intervento di Guerrino Cravin, Alles SpA
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Intervento di Ruggero Corazza, Alles SpA
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Intervento di Petra Scanferla, CVR
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
La gestione dei sedimenti: la situazione in EuropaeAmbiente
Intervento di Jos Brils, SedNet.
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) del progetto Green SiteeAmbiente
Intervento di Federico Balzan, eAmbiente Srl
Conferenza Finale Progetto GREEN SITE: “Supercritical fluid technologies for river and sea dredge sediment remediation”. LIFE 10 ENV/IT/343.
Venezia, 13 dicembre 2013
Il Politecnico di Milano e le iniziative per la sostenibilità: dal progetto C...eAmbiente
Eleonora PEROTTO e Eugenio MORELLO, Politecnico di Milano.
Convegno "Atenei sostenibili, università e sostenibilità: esperienze a confronto" - Città Sostenibile 2013, ECOMONDO.
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
Things to Consider When Choosing a Website Developer for your Website | FODUUFODUU
Choosing the right website developer is crucial for your business. This article covers essential factors to consider, including experience, portfolio, technical skills, communication, pricing, reputation & reviews, cost and budget considerations and post-launch support. Make an informed decision to ensure your website meets your business goals.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
GraphRAG for Life Science to increase LLM accuracyTomaz Bratanic
GraphRAG for life science domain, where you retriever information from biomedical knowledge graphs using LLMs to increase the accuracy and performance of generated answers
Monitoring and Managing Anomaly Detection on OpenShift.pdfTosin Akinosho
Monitoring and Managing Anomaly Detection on OpenShift
Overview
Dive into the world of anomaly detection on edge devices with our comprehensive hands-on tutorial. This SlideShare presentation will guide you through the entire process, from data collection and model training to edge deployment and real-time monitoring. Perfect for those looking to implement robust anomaly detection systems on resource-constrained IoT/edge devices.
Key Topics Covered
1. Introduction to Anomaly Detection
- Understand the fundamentals of anomaly detection and its importance in identifying unusual behavior or failures in systems.
2. Understanding Edge (IoT)
- Learn about edge computing and IoT, and how they enable real-time data processing and decision-making at the source.
3. What is ArgoCD?
- Discover ArgoCD, a declarative, GitOps continuous delivery tool for Kubernetes, and its role in deploying applications on edge devices.
4. Deployment Using ArgoCD for Edge Devices
- Step-by-step guide on deploying anomaly detection models on edge devices using ArgoCD.
5. Introduction to Apache Kafka and S3
- Explore Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and Amazon S3 for scalable storage solutions.
6. Viewing Kafka Messages in the Data Lake
- Learn how to view and analyze Kafka messages stored in a data lake for better insights.
7. What is Prometheus?
- Get to know Prometheus, an open-source monitoring and alerting toolkit, and its application in monitoring edge devices.
8. Monitoring Application Metrics with Prometheus
- Detailed instructions on setting up Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your anomaly detection system.
9. What is Camel K?
- Introduction to Camel K, a lightweight integration framework built on Apache Camel, designed for Kubernetes.
10. Configuring Camel K Integrations for Data Pipelines
- Learn how to configure Camel K for seamless data pipeline integrations in your anomaly detection workflow.
11. What is a Jupyter Notebook?
- Overview of Jupyter Notebooks, an open-source web application for creating and sharing documents with live code, equations, visualizations, and narrative text.
12. Jupyter Notebooks with Code Examples
- Hands-on examples and code snippets in Jupyter Notebooks to help you implement and test anomaly detection models.
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
Generating privacy-protected synthetic data using Secludy and MilvusZilliz
During this demo, the founders of Secludy will demonstrate how their system utilizes Milvus to store and manipulate embeddings for generating privacy-protected synthetic data. Their approach not only maintains the confidentiality of the original data but also enhances the utility and scalability of LLMs under privacy constraints. Attendees, including machine learning engineers, data scientists, and data managers, will witness first-hand how Secludy's integration with Milvus empowers organizations to harness the power of LLMs securely and efficiently.
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
Driving Business Innovation: Latest Generative AI Advancements & Success StorySafe Software
Are you ready to revolutionize how you handle data? Join us for a webinar where we’ll bring you up to speed with the latest advancements in Generative AI technology and discover how leveraging FME with tools from giants like Google Gemini, Amazon, and Microsoft OpenAI can supercharge your workflow efficiency.
During the hour, we’ll take you through:
Guest Speaker Segment with Hannah Barrington: Dive into the world of dynamic real estate marketing with Hannah, the Marketing Manager at Workspace Group. Hear firsthand how their team generates engaging descriptions for thousands of office units by integrating diverse data sources—from PDF floorplans to web pages—using FME transformers, like OpenAIVisionConnector and AnthropicVisionConnector. This use case will show you how GenAI can streamline content creation for marketing across the board.
Ollama Use Case: Learn how Scenario Specialist Dmitri Bagh has utilized Ollama within FME to input data, create custom models, and enhance security protocols. This segment will include demos to illustrate the full capabilities of FME in AI-driven processes.
Custom AI Models: Discover how to leverage FME to build personalized AI models using your data. Whether it’s populating a model with local data for added security or integrating public AI tools, find out how FME facilitates a versatile and secure approach to AI.
We’ll wrap up with a live Q&A session where you can engage with our experts on your specific use cases, and learn more about optimizing your data workflows with AI.
This webinar is ideal for professionals seeking to harness the power of AI within their data management systems while ensuring high levels of customization and security. Whether you're a novice or an expert, gain actionable insights and strategies to elevate your data processes. Join us to see how FME and AI can revolutionize how you work with data!
Cosa hanno in comune un mattoncino Lego e la backdoor XZ?Speck&Tech
ABSTRACT: A prima vista, un mattoncino Lego e la backdoor XZ potrebbero avere in comune il fatto di essere entrambi blocchi di costruzione, o dipendenze di progetti creativi e software. La realtà è che un mattoncino Lego e il caso della backdoor XZ hanno molto di più di tutto ciò in comune.
Partecipate alla presentazione per immergervi in una storia di interoperabilità, standard e formati aperti, per poi discutere del ruolo importante che i contributori hanno in una comunità open source sostenibile.
BIO: Sostenitrice del software libero e dei formati standard e aperti. È stata un membro attivo dei progetti Fedora e openSUSE e ha co-fondato l'Associazione LibreItalia dove è stata coinvolta in diversi eventi, migrazioni e formazione relativi a LibreOffice. In precedenza ha lavorato a migrazioni e corsi di formazione su LibreOffice per diverse amministrazioni pubbliche e privati. Da gennaio 2020 lavora in SUSE come Software Release Engineer per Uyuni e SUSE Manager e quando non segue la sua passione per i computer e per Geeko coltiva la sua curiosità per l'astronomia (da cui deriva il suo nickname deneb_alpha).
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, we’ll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
We’ll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether you’re tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
OpenID AuthZEN Interop Read Out - AuthorizationDavid Brossard
During Identiverse 2024 and EIC 2024, members of the OpenID AuthZEN WG got together and demoed their authorization endpoints conforming to the AuthZEN API
Taking AI to the Next Level in Manufacturing.pdfssuserfac0301
Read Taking AI to the Next Level in Manufacturing to gain insights on AI adoption in the manufacturing industry, such as:
1. How quickly AI is being implemented in manufacturing.
2. Which barriers stand in the way of AI adoption.
3. How data quality and governance form the backbone of AI.
4. Organizational processes and structures that may inhibit effective AI adoption.
6. Ideas and approaches to help build your organization's AI strategy.
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
National Security Agency - NSA mobile device best practices
A commitment towards Europe’s energy and climate policy
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3. ABOUT US
Gabriella Chiellino is the first
woman graduated in Environmental
Science in Italy and she founded
eAmbiente in the year 2002.
The Company is now a consultancy
firm for environment and
engeneering that works in Italy and
in Europe.
4. ABOUT US
The company now consists of 30 graduates classified
as employees, and has led to about a dozen outside
professionals.
Continue collaboration with universities and
associations.
NETWORK = INNOVATION
5. ABOUT US
OUR VALUES:
Competence
Innovation
Excellence
Mutual respect
Enthusiasm
Discipline
6. LOCATION
CONEGLIANO – Registered Office
Via Manin, 276 31015 Conegliano (TV)
VENEZIA – Operations office
VEGA Park - Venice Gateway for Science and Technology
Via delle Industrie, 9 30175 Marghera (VE)
MILANO – Commercial office
Via Tiziano, 15 20145 Milano
ROMA – Commercial office
Piazza A. Mancini 4, 00196 Roma
WEB – www.eambiente.it
7. ACTIVITY
Environmental assessments and
analysis
UNDERSTANDING
Environmental
management and
control
MANAGE
DESIGN
Environmental restoration and
remediation
8. ACTIVITY
Born in 2010:
700 MW
have already been designed and licensed
10. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 ENERGY CONSUMPTION
1799 Mtoe
1799 Mtoe
1168 Mtoe
1168 Mtoe
From 2010 Annual Report of the Market Observatory for Energy
From 2010 Annual Report of the Market Observatory for Energy
11. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 ENERGY CONSUMPTION by sector
The biggest final energy consumer is the sector of transport
with the 32% , followed by industry (27%) and household (25,4%).
12. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 ENERGY CONSUMPTION by fuel
Oil products are the largest energy source (41,4%) followed by gas (23%).
However their respective shares fell slightly compared to 2007. Also the
share of electricity slightly declined while that of RES rose.
13. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 ELECTRICITY GENERATION by fuel
Oil is a marginal and declining source used for power generation while
electricity generation from gas and from RES are increasing.
14. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 RES PRODUCTION
148 Mtoe
148 Mtoe
RES annual growth rate 6,8%
Solar energy in 2008 increased by 27,8% and it is still growing INCENTIVES
15. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
“The urban world consumes about 75% of global energy and emits
about 80% of total greenhouse gas "
(Hayden, 2007)
16. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 GHG EMISSION
Energy related GHG emissions represented 79% of total GHG and includes:
Industry (20,6%), Transport (19,5%), Households (9,3%), Services (3,6%),
Other (16,1%)
17. ENERGY ISSUES The present contest
EU-27 GHG EMISSION by sector
19. TOWARDS LOW CARBON ECONOMY How?
The 20-20-20 targets
In January 2008 the European Commission proposed binding legislation to
implement the
CLIMATE AND ENERGY PACKAGE
It was agreed by the European Parliament and Council in December 2008 and became law
in June 2009.
It set a series of demanding targets to be met by 2020, known as
the "20-20-20" targets.
1.- 20% EU greenhouse gas emissions below 1990 levels
2.+20% of EU energy consumption from renewable resources
3.- 20% in primary energy use to be achieved by improving
energy efficiency
20. TOWARDS LOW CARBON ECONOMY How?
The 20-20-20 targets
CLIMATE AND ENERGY PACKAGE
MEASURES
Action Plan for Energy Efficiency (2007-12)
•to improve the energy performance of products, buildings, services
•to improve the yield of energy production and distribution
•to reduce the impact of transport on energy consumption
•to facilitate financing and investments in the sector
•to encourage and consolidate rational energy consumption behaviour
•to step up international action on energy efficiency
21. THE COVENANT OF What is it?
MAYORS
29 January 2008
29 January 2008
in the second edition of the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW
in the second edition of the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW
2008), the European Commission launched
2008), the European Commission launched
The Covenant of Mayors
The Covenant of Mayors
initiative to actively involve European cities in the path towards
initiative to actively involve European cities in the path towards
sustainability and environmental efficiency.
sustainability and environmental efficiency.
22. THE COVENANT OF What is it?
MAYORS
a very special initiative
a very special initiative
DIRECT INVOLVEMENT of
local and regional authorities. For
the first time the DGENER gets
in touch directly with the local It is a VOLUNTARY
level COMMITMENT by
signatories to meet and It is based on the adoption of
exceed the EU 20% CO2 a flexible instrument called
reduction objective. It goes SEAP which can be adapted
beyond what is requested to the progress towards goals
by law in matter of urban
planning
23. THE COVENANT OF What is it?
MAYORS
SIGNATORIES
Cities with different size that have signed the Covenant
of Mayors on a voluntary manner during the Covenant
of Mayors Annual Ceremony
Mayors commit to…
Go beyond the objectives set by the EU for 2020,
Go beyond the objectives set by the EU for 2020,
reducing the CO2 emissions in their respective territories
reducing the CO2 emissions in their respective territories
by at least 20%, through the implementation of
by at least 20%, through the implementation of
Sustainable Energy Action Plans
Sustainable Energy Action Plans
24. THE COVENANT OF Who ?
MAYORS
The unprecedent growth
of the Covenant of Mayors
25. THE COVENANT OF Who ?
MAYORS Today 4503 signatories
Today 4503 signatories
26. THE COVENANT OF Why to get involved?
MAYORS
3 main reasons
why cities get involved
1. Energy is one of the few municipal
fields where significant financial savings
can be achieved...
27. THE COVENANT OF Why to get involved?
MAYORS
3 main reasons
why cities get involved
2. Lower energy bills for citizens,
comfortable living conditions,
pleasant environment, more jobs…
28. THE COVENANT OF Why to get involved?
MAYORS
3 main reasons
why cities get involved
3. The battle against climate
change has to be fought at local
level…
29. THE COVENANT OF steps
MAYORS
STEP 1: Signature of the Covenant of Mayors
Creation of adequate administrative structures
Baseline Emission Inventory & SEAP development
with stakeholders and citizens
1st year
STEP 2: Submission of your SEAP
Implementation of your SEAP
Monitoring and reporting
3rd year
& beyond
STEP 3: Regular submission of implementation
reports (every 2 years)
3 steps leading to the Covenant objective
30. THE COVENANT OF
Redazione del PAES
Steps
MAYORS
Official Guidelines
Official Guidelines
By Joint Research Centre (JRC)
By Joint Research Centre (JRC)
All the elements to develop a Sustainable Energy Action Plan
STRUCTURE:
Part 1
The SEAP process, step-
by-step towards the
-20%target by 2020 Part II
Baseline emissions
inventory
Part III
Technical measures for
energy efficiency and
renewable energy
31. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
Step 1
Step 1
The political commitment
The political commitment
Signature of the Covenant of
Mayors must be decided by the
municipal council
Step 2
Step 2
Adapting administrative
Adapting administrative
structures
structures
Adjustment and optimisation of
Local Authority’s internal
administrative structures:
multidisciplinary approach is needed Step 3
Step 3
Building support from
Building support from
stakeholders
stakeholders
Concertation and partecipation
Stakeholders:
allow to mobilise the civil society to
• Local and regional energy agencies
take part in developing the action
• Financial partners such as banks, ESCO
plan, establishing a common vision
• Energy suppliers, utilities
for the future
• Transport companies
• Universities
• Chambers of commerce
32. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
Step 4
Step 4
Baseline emission
Baseline emission
inventory (BEI) elaboration
inventory (BEI) elaboration
Building the BEI - Features and contents
Assessment of the current
framework about energy
Geographical boundaries
consumption and CO2 emissions
the administrative bounderies of the local authorities.
at the local level
Define Baseline years
Is the year against which the achievements of the emission reductions in 2020 shall be
collected.
Collecting data
Quantification of following emissions that occur due to energy consumption in the
territory of the local authority:
DIRECT EMISSIONS: fuel combustion
INDIRECT EMISSIONS: production of electricity, heat or cold consumed in the
territory
OTHER DIRECT EMISSIONS: depending on the choice of BEI
33. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
SECTORS TO INCLUDE IN BEI
BUILDINGS
- Municipal buildings
- Tertiary buildings
- Residential buildings
URBAN INFRASTRUCTURES
- municipal public lighting
- wastewater treatment
- solid waste treatment
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Fuel consumption for electricity production
Fuel consumption for heat/cold production
TRANSPORTATION
-Municipal fleet
-Public transportation
-Private and commercial transportation
34. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
Step 4
Step 4
Baseline emission
Baseline emission
inventory elaboration
inventory elaboration
Assessment of the current
framework about energy
consumption and CO2 Step 5
Step 5
emissions at the local level Establishment of aalong
Establishment of long
term vision with clear
term vision with clear
objectives.
objectives.
To point out the direction in
which the local authority
wants to head. Step 6
Step 6
SEAP elaboration
SEAP elaboration
Translation of the vision into
practical actions assigning
deadlines and a budget for
each of them.
35. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
How to reach the goals
•Measures in the short and medium term
•Long-term strategies
SECTOR POLICIES TECHNICAL MEASURES
Buildings • Regulations for new or renovated private buildings • smart systems for energy management
plants • Financial incentives and loan • more efficient heating /cooling/lighting
• Information and training systems
facilities
• Increase the rate of refurbishment •Condensig boilers
• Urban plannig and regulations • geothermal heat pumps
• Energy taxes • solar termal and photovoltaic plant on roofs
• Coordinate policies with other levels of authority •insulating technics (walls, windows, ….)
• Public procurement requirement in public building
Transport • Reducing the need for transport through ICT •smart systems for traffic management
(teleworking) •Smart system for driving management
• Increasing the attractiveness of alternative transport •Bike-sharing
mode (public transport, cycling, walking) •Car-sharing
• making travel by car less attractive (fees, circulation •Electric cars
taxes, pedestiran only zone in the center, more expensive
parking or parking costs related to the car model)
Energy generation • local energy generation Photovoltaic electricity generation on
and distribution • Intruducing renewable energy installation requirements abandoned land and on the roof of public
in new buildings buildings
• Provide information and support to stakeholders Creation of heating and cooling district
(centralised plant to provide thermal energy
for external custromers
36. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
MOSAIC OF ACTIONS & SOLUTIONS
…contributing to the achievement of the Covenant objectives
37. THE COVENANT OF
Il PAES steb by step
Steps
MAYORS
Communication with local stakeholders and citizens
Organi
sation
Energy of Local
Days
www.s
ustene
rgy.org
38. THE COVENANT OF Steps
MAYORS
Step 7
Step 7
Approval of the Plan and
Approval of the Plan and
its associated budget
its associated budget
Formal approval of the SEAP by the
municipal council is a mandatory
requirement. In addition the local
authority should allocate the Step 8
Step 8
necessary resources in the annual Monitoring and progress
Monitoring and progress
budget . description
description
Continuous monitoring is needed
to follow SEAP implementation and
eventually to maje corrections in a
continuous improvement cycle.
39. THE COVENANT OF Who supports?
MAYORS
What support for the Signatories?
40. THE COVENANT OF Who supports?
MAYORS
Covenant Coordinators
Covenant Coordinators
1. Public administrations - national and regional public
bodies, counties, provinces, agglomerations, mentor
cities etc.
They provide:
strategic guidance
financial support
technical support
to municipalities lacking the skills and /or resources to fulfill
the Covenant commitments, esp. the preparation and
implementation of SEAP.
41. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
The Province of Venice had signed
CASE STUDY
CASE STUDY as Covenant Coordinators
In september 2010 during the International Conference on Climate Change on
Palmaria Island near La Spezia, 25 Italian Provinces had signed
44 Municipalities
Technical partners
42. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS JANUARY 2011
Creation and structuration of the
11
202020 Office inside the Province of
Venice.
It’s a transversal office which involves
mainly three different Departments
1.Environmental Policy Department
2.Mobility and Trasport Department
3.Traffic Department
Creation of official web site
www.202020-provinciavenezia.it
43. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS 18 th of March 2011
Organization of a plenary event open to
22
all the Municipalities in San Servolo on 18th
of March.
Objective: informative/formative event
dedicated to Administrators to explain
points of strength and points of weakness
of the Covenant of Mayors
44. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS April-May-June 2011
33 Meetings with 10 Municipalities interested in the
project to give more details and answer to all the
possible questions that they may have
44 Application to European Financial Instruments called
Intelligent Energy for Europe with an international
project involving more or less 35 Municipalities
55 Editing of Provincial Guidelines to the adhesion to
Covenant of Mayors
45. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
29 th of November 2011 JUS
JUS
OFFICIAL SIGNATURE
OFFICIAL SIGNATURE TA
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22 Municipalities O
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simultaneously with the Official Ceremony of the Covenant of Mayors in Brussels
46. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS October 2011
Furnishing of a specific tool for data collection and SAEP
66
elaboration to all the Municipalities of the Province of
Venice
R3 EcoGIS is a web-based instrument for municipalities, to
monitor CO2-emissions and energy consumption.
Data on buildings, traffic, industry, etc. can be entered through
a user-friendly interface, including the position on the ground.
Different tools allow to monitor emissions, simulate the effect
of different CO2-reduction interventions and test different
scenarios. All data can be exported in the format foreseen by
the Covenant of Mayors.
47. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS January – March 2012
Support in the upload of energy consumption data on these sectors:
77
• public building
• public lighting system
• municipal fleet
48. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS January – June 2012
Collection and upload of energy consumption data on behalf of all 44
88
Municipalities on these sectors:
• residential buildings
• private transport
• supra-municipal level public transport
49. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS May– October 2012
99 Preparation and distribution of a public
document:
“Provincial Guidelines to find and
propose action in Municipal SEAP”
To help Municipalities to rethink their
actions, also those of ordinary
administration, in a new “energetical”
perspective
50. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
STEPS
STEPS 5th of November 2012
10
10 Partecipation to a Meeting dedicated to
Sicnatories of the Province of Venice in
European Parliament – Bruxelles
Topics:
European financial
instruments for actions
PRIORITY
Adaptative actions to
climate change in SEAP
51. THE COVENANT OF The Province of Venice
MAYORS
TODAY
29th of November 2012
22 Signatories are completing and submitting their SEAP
1014 Municipal buildings are checked
More than 590.000 citizens reached
And....Other 8 Municipalities are adding!
I’m going to talk about the Covenant of Mayors, the European protocol born in the 2008 to give instruments to cities to fight against climate change. City, energy, climate change are topics very close to each other
This graph shows European gross inland consumption and the rate of final energy consumption expressed in millions of tons of oil from 1990 to 2008 before economic crisis. Gross inland consumption is gross inland energy consumption , is the total energy demand of a country or region. It covers: - consumption by the energy sector itself; - distribution and transformation losses; - final energy consumption by end users; Excluding a little decrease of gross inland energy consumption in 2008 more or less about 0,5%, which is due to decreasing energy transformation losses, It’s possible to seethat the final energy consumption was slowly growing.
This grafh shows the final energy consumption by sector in percentage. Transport in the biggest final energy consumer, followed by industry and household.
Fossil fuels are predominant but they are loosing their supremacy
Fossil fuels are predominant but they are loosing their supremacy.
This grafh shows as production of renewable energy recorded an average annual growth rate of 6,8% between 2002 and 2008. This was mainly due to an increase in the production of biomass and waste. Hydro e geothermal energy was relatively stable. In contrast both wind energy e solar energy experienced rapid growth in recent time. In 2008, solar energy production increased by 27,8% exceeding growth in all other renewable energy resources.
In 2008 total greenhouse gas emissions (excluded emissions due to land use and forestry) amounted to 4940 Mt CO2 equivalent. Energy related GHG emissions represented 79% of total GHG.
This grafh shows the GHG emission trends by sector from 1990 to 2008. You can observe that they have a different behaviour in relationship with sector. Please pay attention to 2008: it’s possible to see that the share of energy industries, industries and transport in GHG emissions decreased while the share of households, services increased. Why? First: in the last quarter of 2008 economy was facing the first sings of crisis Second: the increasse in importance of households and services in GHG emissions was mainly due to colder weather conditions. Third: new important EU environmetal and climate policies were in progress.
What are they? Who knows?
It set a series of demanding climate and energy targets to be met by 2020, known as the "20-20-20" targets. These are: A reduction in EU greenhouse gas emissions of at least 20% below 1990 levels 20% of EU energy consumption to come from renewable resources A 20% reduction in primary energy use compared with projected levels, to be achieved by improving energy efficiency.
The climate and energy package creates pressure to improve energy efficiency but does not address it directly. This is being done through the EU’s energy efficiency action plan. The Commission has adopted an Action Plan for Energy Efficiency (2007-12) aimed at achieving a 20% reduction in energy consumption by 2020. The Action Plan includes measures to improve the energy performance of products, buildings and services, to improve the yield of energy production and distribution, to reduce the impact of transport on energy consumption, to facilitate financing and investments in the sector, to encourage and consolidate rational energy consumption behaviour and to step up international action on energy efficiency. The European Commission has also inaugurated an important and innovative initiatives called Covenant of Mayors which aims to traduces these general measures in concrete actions il Local Authorities’ territory.
. A vast majority of the European population lives and works in cities, consuming an estimated 80% of the energy used in the EU. Local administrations, as the closest government level to citizens are ideally placed to address climate issues in a comprehensive manner.
The Covenant represents the mainstream European movement involving local and regional authorities in the fight against climate change. It is based on a voluntary commitment by signatories to meet and exceed, if possible, the EU 20% CO 2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources. The fight against climate change will be won or lost in urban areas
Signatories represent cities, with different size from small villages to major metropolitan areas such as London or Paris, that have signed the Covenant of Mayors on a voluntary manner and are committed to implement sustainable energy policies to meet and exceed the EU 20% CO2 reduction objective through increased energy efficiency and development of renewable energy sources.
This flowchart represent the growth in number of signatories
This flowchart represent the growth in number of signatories
A European city of 100,000 inhabitants often spends up to 1.5 M€ on energy bills in its public buildings.
This flowchart represents the steps a city has to follow to accomplish the commitments deriving from the Covenant. It gives an overview of the procedure the cities commit to follow when signing Covenant. The Covenant signatories commit (among others) to: -Create adequate administrative structures in their municipalities -Prepare baseline CO2 emissions inventory -Prepare the Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) -Implement the SEAP and regularly monitor and report on the progress made They are also engaged to submit the SEAP 1 year after the signature of the Covenant of Mayors. The implementation report should be submitted 3 years after the signature and then every 2 years.
How to do? Where to find a guide? Official guidelines exist. They was elaborated by Joint Research centre , a tecnlical structure which support the European Commission. They are structured in 3 parts.The first one contains a general description of the SEAP process, instead the second and third parts are more technical. The second contains all the rules to fallow to create the Baseline Emission Inventory, I’m going to tell about in next slides, the third contains suggestions about technical measures for energy efficiency and renewable energy to implement to reach goals requested.
To begin the political commitment is necessary. City must be interested in the Covenant and must be conscious about tne commitment deriving from it. Signature of the Covenant of Mayors must be decided by the municipal council. Then a proper structure must be built inside the Local Authority. Stakeholders are those whose interests are affected by the issue, whose activities affect the issue, who possess or control information, resources needed for strategy formulation and implementation, whose partecipation is needed for successful implementation.
Step 4 is represented by the Baseline Emission Inventory. BEI has the purpose to establish a clear picture of “where we are” a description of the city’s current situation in terms of energy and climate change. It is the starting point of the SEAP from which it is possible to move to relevant objective-setting, elaboration of adequate Action Plan and monitoring. What is it based on in your opinion? What have I to put in? SCHEMA
On the basin of the picture about consumptions and emission connected to a defined year, it is possible to start thinking about the objective that city want to reach and make real. So it is necessary to establish a long term vision with clear objectives. It represents the direction in which the local authority wants to head globally and for every single sector.
How to reach the goals
Give an overview of the procedure the cities commit to follow when signing Covenant. www.sustenergy.org The Covenant signatories commit (among others) to: -Create adequate administrative structures in their municipalities -Prepare baseline CO2 emissions inventory -Prepare the Sustainable Energy Action Plan (SEAP) -Implement the SEAP and regularly monitor and report on the progress made They are also engaged to submit the SEAP 1 year after the signature of the Covenant of Mayors. The implementation report should be submitted 3 years after the signature and then every 2 years. All steps will be described in details in the following slides.
Are the signatories alone in this difficult work to neet covenant commitments? No