Presentation with comments from Fortum Oyj to the Climate Impact Assessment of Nasdaq Helsinki by Sitra, launched at the United Nation's Sustainable Stock Exchange intiative's event Regional Dialogue: Nordic Countries on 4 November 2015.
Expert group study on recommended practices for wind energy projects in cold ...Winterwind
Presentation by Tomas Wallenius, VTT on Winterwind 2012, session 4. "Expert group study on recommended practices for wind energy projects in cold climates”
This document summarizes key findings from the IEA's book on transitioning to sustainable buildings. It finds that buildings are the largest end-use sector for energy and that demand is projected to rise 50% by 2050 without new policies. The book outlines a scenario where stringent new building codes and retrofitting of existing buildings could reduce energy demand in buildings by 25% by 2050 through commercially available technologies. This would realize energy savings of 40 exajoules and emissions reductions of 9 gigatons of CO2 per year primarily through fuel switching and efficiency improvements in space and water heating, cooling, lighting, and appliances. The recommendations focus on policies like building codes, standards for equipment and appliances, and technologies such as heat pumps
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is inviting additional power companies to join two voluntary partnerships - Power Partners and Climate Leaders - to address greenhouse gas emissions. EEI is also requesting participation from companies in three industry initiatives by September 30th: UtiliTree II to plant trees, a Coal Combustion Products Project to reduce emissions, and a program to restore abandoned mine lands. EEI believes these voluntary actions can help reduce greenhouse gas intensity by 18% by 2012 as the Bush Administration has proposed.
The document summarizes the current state of energy poverty policy and research in Italy. It notes that Italy currently lacks an official definition and measure of energy poverty. Existing policy instruments aimed at energy poverty include the "Bonus gas" and "Bonus elettrico" discounts for low-income households, as well as tax expenditures like exemptions on electricity taxes. Recent developments include proposals to establish an Italian energy poverty observatory and include energy poverty measures in the new National Energy Strategy. The document also presents research estimating energy poverty in Italy using a modified Low Income High Costs indicator, finding energy poverty affected around 8% of households on average from 2005-2015.
The document discusses building energy codes, which are the first policy recommendation made by the IEA to improve energy efficiency in buildings. It recommends that governments establish codes requiring all new and renovated buildings to meet minimum energy performance standards. The buildings sector accounts for a large portion of global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Over time, building energy codes have evolved from prescriptive to performance-based standards to reduce energy use through requirements for the building envelope and equipment. Effective implementation and regular updates to codes are needed to achieve energy efficiency gains given the long lifespan of buildings. Challenges include fragmentation in the buildings sector and aligning codes with other policies.
The document is an invitation from Thomas R. Kuhn of the Edison Electric Institute to power company CEOs and representatives regarding three voluntary industry initiatives to address climate change: 1) UtiliTree, 2) Coal Combustion Products Project, and 3) a program to restore abandoned mine lands. Kuhn requests the companies' participation and support for the initiatives by September 30th to be ready for potential rollout of new federal partnership programs and to allow inclusion in 2003 budgets. He also provides updates on additional potential initiatives and collaborations between the power sector and government on climate technology research.
Energy Management Systems for the Food Manufacturing IndustryMatrixSteve
With so many pressures (economic, social, environmental, etc.) many companies are turning to Energy Management Systems to manage and reduce their energy costs and environmental footprint. Using our industry-leading technology and expertise, we are helping by providing energy management systems.
Expert group study on recommended practices for wind energy projects in cold ...Winterwind
Presentation by Tomas Wallenius, VTT on Winterwind 2012, session 4. "Expert group study on recommended practices for wind energy projects in cold climates”
This document summarizes key findings from the IEA's book on transitioning to sustainable buildings. It finds that buildings are the largest end-use sector for energy and that demand is projected to rise 50% by 2050 without new policies. The book outlines a scenario where stringent new building codes and retrofitting of existing buildings could reduce energy demand in buildings by 25% by 2050 through commercially available technologies. This would realize energy savings of 40 exajoules and emissions reductions of 9 gigatons of CO2 per year primarily through fuel switching and efficiency improvements in space and water heating, cooling, lighting, and appliances. The recommendations focus on policies like building codes, standards for equipment and appliances, and technologies such as heat pumps
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is inviting additional power companies to join two voluntary partnerships - Power Partners and Climate Leaders - to address greenhouse gas emissions. EEI is also requesting participation from companies in three industry initiatives by September 30th: UtiliTree II to plant trees, a Coal Combustion Products Project to reduce emissions, and a program to restore abandoned mine lands. EEI believes these voluntary actions can help reduce greenhouse gas intensity by 18% by 2012 as the Bush Administration has proposed.
The document summarizes the current state of energy poverty policy and research in Italy. It notes that Italy currently lacks an official definition and measure of energy poverty. Existing policy instruments aimed at energy poverty include the "Bonus gas" and "Bonus elettrico" discounts for low-income households, as well as tax expenditures like exemptions on electricity taxes. Recent developments include proposals to establish an Italian energy poverty observatory and include energy poverty measures in the new National Energy Strategy. The document also presents research estimating energy poverty in Italy using a modified Low Income High Costs indicator, finding energy poverty affected around 8% of households on average from 2005-2015.
The document discusses building energy codes, which are the first policy recommendation made by the IEA to improve energy efficiency in buildings. It recommends that governments establish codes requiring all new and renovated buildings to meet minimum energy performance standards. The buildings sector accounts for a large portion of global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Over time, building energy codes have evolved from prescriptive to performance-based standards to reduce energy use through requirements for the building envelope and equipment. Effective implementation and regular updates to codes are needed to achieve energy efficiency gains given the long lifespan of buildings. Challenges include fragmentation in the buildings sector and aligning codes with other policies.
The document is an invitation from Thomas R. Kuhn of the Edison Electric Institute to power company CEOs and representatives regarding three voluntary industry initiatives to address climate change: 1) UtiliTree, 2) Coal Combustion Products Project, and 3) a program to restore abandoned mine lands. Kuhn requests the companies' participation and support for the initiatives by September 30th to be ready for potential rollout of new federal partnership programs and to allow inclusion in 2003 budgets. He also provides updates on additional potential initiatives and collaborations between the power sector and government on climate technology research.
Energy Management Systems for the Food Manufacturing IndustryMatrixSteve
With so many pressures (economic, social, environmental, etc.) many companies are turning to Energy Management Systems to manage and reduce their energy costs and environmental footprint. Using our industry-leading technology and expertise, we are helping by providing energy management systems.
This document discusses the threats of climate change and opportunities for mitigating it. Global greenhouse gas emissions are exceeding levels needed to limit warming to 2°C. The carbon budget for staying below 2°C is likely to be exceeded by 2040. Ten solutions are proposed, including integrating climate into economic decision making, establishing a carbon price, increasing low-carbon infrastructure investment, and shifting away from coal power. Transitioning to a low-carbon economy could drive significant economic growth through investments in renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power, which have huge untapped potential. The costs of transition are financially feasible and would amount to around $640 billion per year globally.
PPT Rana Yusuf Nasir - Focus Group Discussion: Financing Models for Efficient...OECD Environment
This document discusses best practices and technologies for improving cooling system efficiency in Indonesia. It recommends:
1. Using recovery wheels or DOAS systems to increase fresh air intake as recommended by ASHRAE while avoiding increased cooling loads.
2. Installing inverter-driven chillers and pursuing the lowest annual energy consumption based on cooling load profiles.
3. Taking a systems approach to improving chiller plant efficiency through optimizing pumps, cooling towers, pipework and other components, not just chillers. Overall plant efficiency could be improved by 25%.
4. Considering refrigerants like HFO, R-32 or hydrocarbons that have low ozone depletion and global warming potential.
Daniele Poponi. Energy Technology and Policy Division. International Energy Agency.
Autumn Seminar 2015. Climate change: Implications for technological developments and industrial competitiveness.
Jornada organizada por FUNSEAM y la Cátedra de Energía de Orkestra-Instituto Vasco de Competitividad con la colaboración de Fundación Repsol.
4 de Noviembre de 2015. CAMPUS REPSOL. Madrid, España
Gonzalo Sáenz de Miera. Director of Energy Prospective de Iberdrola.
Autumn Seminar 2015. Climate change: Implications for technological developments and industrial competitiveness.
Jornada organizada por FUNSEAM y la Cátedra de Energía de Orkestra-Instituto Vasco de Competitividad con la colaboración de Fundación Repsol.
4 de Noviembre de 2015. CAMPUS REPSOL. Madrid, España
This document discusses climate negotiations and the energy landscape. It argues that negotiations need a long-term global climate goal along with consistent short- and long-term national greenhouse gas goals. Countries should report on progress toward both short- and long-term goals. The agreement should recognize actions outside the UNFCCC and track progress in key energy sector metrics to support climate goals. Metrics beyond just greenhouse gas reductions, like air quality and congestion, also drive energy sector changes important for climate.
Industry and government experts will discuss Australian, New Zealand's and global policy and regulatory issues and the impact of the cooling sector on climate change. Key topics discussed will include the Kigali Amendment, the transition to zero net emissions systems, sustainability and renewables in integrated solutions.
CCXG Oct 2019 Reducing GHG emissions in the power sector - Brent WannerOECD Environment
Energy efficiency and renewables contribute the most to reducing CO2 emissions, providing 42% and 34% respectively of emissions reductions needed by 2040 according to the Sustainable Development Scenario. However, energy intensity improvements have slowed in recent years due to weaker energy efficiency policies and growth in energy-intensive economies, a trend that must be reversed. Additionally, investment in renewable, nuclear and grid technologies needs to accelerate to achieve long-term emissions reduction goals, as 2018 investment was one-third below required levels. Coal power plants currently produce one-third of CO2 emissions, with half being less than 15 years old, so policies are urgently needed to support technologies like CCUS to transition existing coal infrastructure to sustainable pathways.
CCM Energy Solutions is an Australian consultancy that provides boiler room solutions to improve efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They help clients estimate and analyze emissions to comply with reporting regulations. Their products and services save fuel costs through more efficient combustion and interaction between systems to minimize inefficient shutdowns.
Industry and government experts will discuss Australian, New Zealand's and global policy and regulatory issues and the impact of the cooling sector on climate change. Key topics discussed will include the Kigali Amendment, the transition to zero net emissions systems, sustainability and renewables in integrated solutions.
View the presentation for a January 2016 IEA webinar that examined the opportunities and challenges of using enhanced oil recovery (EOR) to store carbon dioxide permanently. This form of carbon capture and storage (CCS), known as EOR+, requires special drivers and policies but offers the means of storing half to more than two times the amount of CO2 required under the IEA 2 Degrees Scenario. This presentation, led by IEA Director of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks Kamel Ben Naceur, includes input from Rystad Energy, StrategicFit, Statoil and the University of Wyoming Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute.
To reduce CO2 emissions by 2050 will require unprecedented action in improving energy efficiency and decarbonizing power sources. The IEA recommends 25 policies to promote energy efficiency that could save over 8 gigatons of CO2 emissions annually by 2030, equivalent to a 20% reduction from current projections. However, current carbon market mechanisms like the CDM are not adequately supporting large-scale investments in energy efficiency needed to realize its full emissions reduction potential.
This document discusses pathways to cleaner energy and alternatives to conventional fossil fuels. It notes rising global energy demand, shrinking oil production capacity, and political instability impacting the energy equation. Various unconventional oil resources are mentioned as potential future energy sources, including gas hydrates, extra heavy oil, bitumen, and oil shale. The document also discusses issues with "peak oil" and increasing barriers to resource access. Alternative energy sources like biomass, geothermal, wind, hydro, solar, and nuclear are presented. Challenges of transitioning to a hydrogen economy and using biofuels are outlined. The conclusion emphasizes the need to provide energy for economic growth while reducing environmental impacts and increasing energy security, with many potential alternatives available
The document outlines the schedule and activities for a 5-day STEM sabbatical on energy. Day 1 will include an introduction to energy issues from 9-9:45am, then research on potential energy sources from 9:45-10:30am, followed by an activity building cars and racing them from 10:30-11am. Days 2-5 will focus on different energy sources through research and reflections. The goal is to increase student awareness of energy issues and potentially develop innovations around alternative energy usage or a learning platform on energy for local schools.
Energy efficiency is important for the sustainable development of the oil and gas industry. 18% of energy is used to produce fuels, while the remaining 82% is consumed by end users. Improving energy efficiency 10% in transport could save half the energy used industry-wide. The Well-to-Wheels initiative calculates the energy usage and emissions of different fuels. A case study on the Mongstad refinery energy project in Norway aims to improve energy efficiency in production and processing. Investing in energy efficiency across sectors can significantly reduce energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions.
Paris economic stakes of the Paris Climate Conference Oct 14th 2015Graciela Chichilnisky
The document discusses the need for carbon removal technology to combat climate change. It notes that remaining carbon neutral is not enough, and carbon-negative approaches are needed to actively reduce atmospheric CO2 levels. It describes how air capture technology, such as that developed by Global Thermostat, can make going carbon-negative possible by filtering CO2 from the air. Global Thermostat has developed an air capture technology that can reduce carbon from the atmosphere in a profitable way. The document advocates for funding a $200 billion per year Green Power Fund through international carbon markets to build carbon-negative power plants using air capture technology in developing regions.
Capturing the Multiple Benefits of Energy EfficiencyLeonardo ENERGY
Nina Campbell will present the key findings of an important recent IEA publication entitled Capturing the Multiple Benefits of Energy Efficiency.
The traditional focus on energy savings as the main goal of energy efficiency policy has, at times, led to an underestimation of the full value of energy efficiency in both national and global economies. Energy efficiency can bring multiple benefits, such as enhancing the sustainability of the energy system, supporting strategic objectives for economic and social development, promoting environmental goals and increasing prosperity. The book contains a dedicated chapter on the benefits for macroeconomic growth, balancing public budgets, health and well-being, industrial competiveness and energy service delivery.
The aim of this book is two-fold: to build knowledge of the multiple benefits of energy efficiency, and to demonstrate how policy makers and other stakeholders can use existing tools to measure and maximise the benefits they seek. Five key benefits areas – macroeconomic development; public budgets; health and well-being; industrial productivity; and energy delivery – are investigated in-depth, showing compelling returns when the value of multiple benefits is calculated alongside traditional benefits of energy demand and greenhouse gas emissions reductions. Considering multiple benefits also has important implications for unravelling one of the persistent challenges in energy efficiency – the rebound effect – revealing that it often signals a positive outcome in terms of achieving broader social and economic goals.
Renewable Specialty Chemicals: Potential Applications to Commercialize Indust...Kumaraguru Veerasamy
Renewable specialty chemicals have applications across various industries and can help reduce carbon emissions. They are derived from renewable sources like agricultural waste and biomass. Specialty chemical companies are developing technologies to produce high-value chemicals like flavors and fragrances from renewable feedstocks. This can help meet growing demand from consumers concerned about the environment while stabilizing costs compared to oil-based chemicals. Wide adoption of renewable specialty chemicals could significantly contribute to achieving net zero carbon goals by 2050 through biotechnology applications that maximize efficiency.
1) Green hydrogen production costs from renewables will fall over 50% by 2030 and start to compete with hydrogen from fossil fuels.
2) Hydrogen is not always the most efficient option and should only be used where no alternatives exist.
3) In industry, hydrogen can start competing with fossil fuels in some applications by 2030, and be part of a cost-competitive decarbonization pathway for industry by 2060.
Kestävässä, ihmiskeskeisessä palveluyhteiskunnassa infrastruktuuria, liikkumista ja logistiikkaa lähestytään palveluna ja hyvinvoinnin lähteenä. Haasteena on saada aikaan parempaa vähemmällä. Suomi tarvitsee toiminnoiltaan ketterän liikennejärjestelmän, joka kykenee vastaamaan käyttäjien nopeasti muuttuviin tarpeisiin. Viime kädessä sen tekee mahdolliseksi yhteiskunnan läpäisevä digitaalisuus.
Liikennerevoluutio-kehitysohjelmassa kehitetään ja kokeillaan uuden sukupolven lähestymistapaa yhdyskunta- ja liikennesuunnitteluun. Monivaiheisen kehitysohjelman ensi vaiheen tuloksena julkaistiin ajatuskartta viitoittamaan tietä tulevaisuuteen.
Liikennerevoluutio-kehitysohjelmaa on toteutettu joulukuusta 2010 alkaen yhteistyössä Sitran Julkishallinnon johtamisohjelman, liikenne- ja viestintäministeriön, valtiovarainministeriön, ympäristöministeriön, työ- ja elinkeinoministeriön, Liikenneviraston, Trafin, RYM Oy:n, Tivit Oy:n sekä alan toimijoiden kanssa.
Sitra, Kokemuksia palveluväylästä -seminaari 15.5.2014. Palveluväyläkokemuksia, Espoon palveluväyläpilotti, Hankejohtaja Kari Kankaanhuhta, Espoon kaupunki
Gaian johtavan asiantuntijan Mari Saarion esitys Ravinteiden kierron taloudellinen arvo ja mahdollisuudet Suomelle Sitran, Baltic Sea Action Groupin ja Lappeenrannan teknillisen yliopiston järjestämässä Ravinnekierrosta 510 miljoonaa euroa lisäarvoa Suomelle vuoteen 2030 mennessä 3.9.2015.
This document discusses the threats of climate change and opportunities for mitigating it. Global greenhouse gas emissions are exceeding levels needed to limit warming to 2°C. The carbon budget for staying below 2°C is likely to be exceeded by 2040. Ten solutions are proposed, including integrating climate into economic decision making, establishing a carbon price, increasing low-carbon infrastructure investment, and shifting away from coal power. Transitioning to a low-carbon economy could drive significant economic growth through investments in renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power, which have huge untapped potential. The costs of transition are financially feasible and would amount to around $640 billion per year globally.
PPT Rana Yusuf Nasir - Focus Group Discussion: Financing Models for Efficient...OECD Environment
This document discusses best practices and technologies for improving cooling system efficiency in Indonesia. It recommends:
1. Using recovery wheels or DOAS systems to increase fresh air intake as recommended by ASHRAE while avoiding increased cooling loads.
2. Installing inverter-driven chillers and pursuing the lowest annual energy consumption based on cooling load profiles.
3. Taking a systems approach to improving chiller plant efficiency through optimizing pumps, cooling towers, pipework and other components, not just chillers. Overall plant efficiency could be improved by 25%.
4. Considering refrigerants like HFO, R-32 or hydrocarbons that have low ozone depletion and global warming potential.
Daniele Poponi. Energy Technology and Policy Division. International Energy Agency.
Autumn Seminar 2015. Climate change: Implications for technological developments and industrial competitiveness.
Jornada organizada por FUNSEAM y la Cátedra de Energía de Orkestra-Instituto Vasco de Competitividad con la colaboración de Fundación Repsol.
4 de Noviembre de 2015. CAMPUS REPSOL. Madrid, España
Gonzalo Sáenz de Miera. Director of Energy Prospective de Iberdrola.
Autumn Seminar 2015. Climate change: Implications for technological developments and industrial competitiveness.
Jornada organizada por FUNSEAM y la Cátedra de Energía de Orkestra-Instituto Vasco de Competitividad con la colaboración de Fundación Repsol.
4 de Noviembre de 2015. CAMPUS REPSOL. Madrid, España
This document discusses climate negotiations and the energy landscape. It argues that negotiations need a long-term global climate goal along with consistent short- and long-term national greenhouse gas goals. Countries should report on progress toward both short- and long-term goals. The agreement should recognize actions outside the UNFCCC and track progress in key energy sector metrics to support climate goals. Metrics beyond just greenhouse gas reductions, like air quality and congestion, also drive energy sector changes important for climate.
Industry and government experts will discuss Australian, New Zealand's and global policy and regulatory issues and the impact of the cooling sector on climate change. Key topics discussed will include the Kigali Amendment, the transition to zero net emissions systems, sustainability and renewables in integrated solutions.
CCXG Oct 2019 Reducing GHG emissions in the power sector - Brent WannerOECD Environment
Energy efficiency and renewables contribute the most to reducing CO2 emissions, providing 42% and 34% respectively of emissions reductions needed by 2040 according to the Sustainable Development Scenario. However, energy intensity improvements have slowed in recent years due to weaker energy efficiency policies and growth in energy-intensive economies, a trend that must be reversed. Additionally, investment in renewable, nuclear and grid technologies needs to accelerate to achieve long-term emissions reduction goals, as 2018 investment was one-third below required levels. Coal power plants currently produce one-third of CO2 emissions, with half being less than 15 years old, so policies are urgently needed to support technologies like CCUS to transition existing coal infrastructure to sustainable pathways.
CCM Energy Solutions is an Australian consultancy that provides boiler room solutions to improve efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They help clients estimate and analyze emissions to comply with reporting regulations. Their products and services save fuel costs through more efficient combustion and interaction between systems to minimize inefficient shutdowns.
Industry and government experts will discuss Australian, New Zealand's and global policy and regulatory issues and the impact of the cooling sector on climate change. Key topics discussed will include the Kigali Amendment, the transition to zero net emissions systems, sustainability and renewables in integrated solutions.
View the presentation for a January 2016 IEA webinar that examined the opportunities and challenges of using enhanced oil recovery (EOR) to store carbon dioxide permanently. This form of carbon capture and storage (CCS), known as EOR+, requires special drivers and policies but offers the means of storing half to more than two times the amount of CO2 required under the IEA 2 Degrees Scenario. This presentation, led by IEA Director of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks Kamel Ben Naceur, includes input from Rystad Energy, StrategicFit, Statoil and the University of Wyoming Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute.
To reduce CO2 emissions by 2050 will require unprecedented action in improving energy efficiency and decarbonizing power sources. The IEA recommends 25 policies to promote energy efficiency that could save over 8 gigatons of CO2 emissions annually by 2030, equivalent to a 20% reduction from current projections. However, current carbon market mechanisms like the CDM are not adequately supporting large-scale investments in energy efficiency needed to realize its full emissions reduction potential.
This document discusses pathways to cleaner energy and alternatives to conventional fossil fuels. It notes rising global energy demand, shrinking oil production capacity, and political instability impacting the energy equation. Various unconventional oil resources are mentioned as potential future energy sources, including gas hydrates, extra heavy oil, bitumen, and oil shale. The document also discusses issues with "peak oil" and increasing barriers to resource access. Alternative energy sources like biomass, geothermal, wind, hydro, solar, and nuclear are presented. Challenges of transitioning to a hydrogen economy and using biofuels are outlined. The conclusion emphasizes the need to provide energy for economic growth while reducing environmental impacts and increasing energy security, with many potential alternatives available
The document outlines the schedule and activities for a 5-day STEM sabbatical on energy. Day 1 will include an introduction to energy issues from 9-9:45am, then research on potential energy sources from 9:45-10:30am, followed by an activity building cars and racing them from 10:30-11am. Days 2-5 will focus on different energy sources through research and reflections. The goal is to increase student awareness of energy issues and potentially develop innovations around alternative energy usage or a learning platform on energy for local schools.
Energy efficiency is important for the sustainable development of the oil and gas industry. 18% of energy is used to produce fuels, while the remaining 82% is consumed by end users. Improving energy efficiency 10% in transport could save half the energy used industry-wide. The Well-to-Wheels initiative calculates the energy usage and emissions of different fuels. A case study on the Mongstad refinery energy project in Norway aims to improve energy efficiency in production and processing. Investing in energy efficiency across sectors can significantly reduce energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions.
Paris economic stakes of the Paris Climate Conference Oct 14th 2015Graciela Chichilnisky
The document discusses the need for carbon removal technology to combat climate change. It notes that remaining carbon neutral is not enough, and carbon-negative approaches are needed to actively reduce atmospheric CO2 levels. It describes how air capture technology, such as that developed by Global Thermostat, can make going carbon-negative possible by filtering CO2 from the air. Global Thermostat has developed an air capture technology that can reduce carbon from the atmosphere in a profitable way. The document advocates for funding a $200 billion per year Green Power Fund through international carbon markets to build carbon-negative power plants using air capture technology in developing regions.
Capturing the Multiple Benefits of Energy EfficiencyLeonardo ENERGY
Nina Campbell will present the key findings of an important recent IEA publication entitled Capturing the Multiple Benefits of Energy Efficiency.
The traditional focus on energy savings as the main goal of energy efficiency policy has, at times, led to an underestimation of the full value of energy efficiency in both national and global economies. Energy efficiency can bring multiple benefits, such as enhancing the sustainability of the energy system, supporting strategic objectives for economic and social development, promoting environmental goals and increasing prosperity. The book contains a dedicated chapter on the benefits for macroeconomic growth, balancing public budgets, health and well-being, industrial competiveness and energy service delivery.
The aim of this book is two-fold: to build knowledge of the multiple benefits of energy efficiency, and to demonstrate how policy makers and other stakeholders can use existing tools to measure and maximise the benefits they seek. Five key benefits areas – macroeconomic development; public budgets; health and well-being; industrial productivity; and energy delivery – are investigated in-depth, showing compelling returns when the value of multiple benefits is calculated alongside traditional benefits of energy demand and greenhouse gas emissions reductions. Considering multiple benefits also has important implications for unravelling one of the persistent challenges in energy efficiency – the rebound effect – revealing that it often signals a positive outcome in terms of achieving broader social and economic goals.
Renewable Specialty Chemicals: Potential Applications to Commercialize Indust...Kumaraguru Veerasamy
Renewable specialty chemicals have applications across various industries and can help reduce carbon emissions. They are derived from renewable sources like agricultural waste and biomass. Specialty chemical companies are developing technologies to produce high-value chemicals like flavors and fragrances from renewable feedstocks. This can help meet growing demand from consumers concerned about the environment while stabilizing costs compared to oil-based chemicals. Wide adoption of renewable specialty chemicals could significantly contribute to achieving net zero carbon goals by 2050 through biotechnology applications that maximize efficiency.
1) Green hydrogen production costs from renewables will fall over 50% by 2030 and start to compete with hydrogen from fossil fuels.
2) Hydrogen is not always the most efficient option and should only be used where no alternatives exist.
3) In industry, hydrogen can start competing with fossil fuels in some applications by 2030, and be part of a cost-competitive decarbonization pathway for industry by 2060.
Kestävässä, ihmiskeskeisessä palveluyhteiskunnassa infrastruktuuria, liikkumista ja logistiikkaa lähestytään palveluna ja hyvinvoinnin lähteenä. Haasteena on saada aikaan parempaa vähemmällä. Suomi tarvitsee toiminnoiltaan ketterän liikennejärjestelmän, joka kykenee vastaamaan käyttäjien nopeasti muuttuviin tarpeisiin. Viime kädessä sen tekee mahdolliseksi yhteiskunnan läpäisevä digitaalisuus.
Liikennerevoluutio-kehitysohjelmassa kehitetään ja kokeillaan uuden sukupolven lähestymistapaa yhdyskunta- ja liikennesuunnitteluun. Monivaiheisen kehitysohjelman ensi vaiheen tuloksena julkaistiin ajatuskartta viitoittamaan tietä tulevaisuuteen.
Liikennerevoluutio-kehitysohjelmaa on toteutettu joulukuusta 2010 alkaen yhteistyössä Sitran Julkishallinnon johtamisohjelman, liikenne- ja viestintäministeriön, valtiovarainministeriön, ympäristöministeriön, työ- ja elinkeinoministeriön, Liikenneviraston, Trafin, RYM Oy:n, Tivit Oy:n sekä alan toimijoiden kanssa.
Sitra, Kokemuksia palveluväylästä -seminaari 15.5.2014. Palveluväyläkokemuksia, Espoon palveluväyläpilotti, Hankejohtaja Kari Kankaanhuhta, Espoon kaupunki
Gaian johtavan asiantuntijan Mari Saarion esitys Ravinteiden kierron taloudellinen arvo ja mahdollisuudet Suomelle Sitran, Baltic Sea Action Groupin ja Lappeenrannan teknillisen yliopiston järjestämässä Ravinnekierrosta 510 miljoonaa euroa lisäarvoa Suomelle vuoteen 2030 mennessä 3.9.2015.
Taloustutkimus on toteuttanut tämän tutkimuksen Sitran toimeksiannosta.
Tutkimuksen tavoitteena oli kartoittaa suomalaisten mielipiteitä ja kokemuksia liittyen ympäristöystävällisiin elämäntapoihin, kuten energiankäyttöratkaisuihin, energiansäästöön ja ruokajätteen vähentämiseen. Tutkimus toteutettiin osana Sitran Resurssiviisas ja hiilineutraali yhteiskunta -teema-aluetta.
Ramboll Management Consulting Oy:n liiketoimintapäällikkö Mirja Mutikaisen esitys Muiden maiden parhaita käytäntöjä Sitran Julkiset hankinnat talouskasvun veturiksi -seminaarissa 29.1.2015.
Anna Purola
Tampereen kaupungin museopalvelut,
Kulttuurikasvatusyksikkö TAITE
Ovet auki vapaaehtoistoiminnalle 2.12.2014
Sitran, Tampereen kaupungin ja Kilpailu- ja kuluttajaviraston seminaari
The Portfolio Decarbonisation Coalition presented the results of an investor research titled "Flicking the switch: are electric utilities prepared for a low carbon future?" at an event organised by Finsif, CDP and Sitra on 25 August 2015. The theme of the event was "Managing climate risk in investments".
Kari Kankaanpää held a presentation on how Fortum Corporation manages its climate risksi at an event organised by Finsif, CDP and Sitra on 25 August 2015. The theme of the event was "Managing climate risk in investments".
This document explores how the efficiency of converting coal into electricity at coal-fired power plants is measured and reported. It discusses factors that influence efficiency values and emissions reporting, and presents a generic methodology for reconciling efficiency measurements on a common basis to allow for accurate comparisons. The methodology accounts for variables such as coal quality, plant configuration, and operating conditions. It recommends establishing an international database of power plant performance data to help identify underperforming plants for potential efficiency improvements. This would help policymakers monitor and regulate coal use for power generation in a more sustainable manner.
This document is a student assignment on energy policy and economics that analyzes installing a combined heat and power (CHP) system for a manufacturing plant. It includes an introduction on energy policies, a feasibility evaluation of the plant's energy needs, an analysis of the costs and emissions reductions of a CHP system compared to the plant's current electricity and heating sources, and a payback calculation showing the CHP system would pay for itself in under 2 years. Key details provided include the plant's electrical and thermal load requirements, current energy costs, specifications of the proposed CHP system, estimated costs and savings, and reductions in CO2 and other emissions.
This document summarizes a presentation on capturing the multiple benefits of energy efficiency in industry. It discusses how energy efficiency investments provide benefits beyond just energy savings, such as economic and social outcomes. These include impacts on jobs, productivity, health, income and more. It outlines efforts by the IEA and others to develop methodologies to quantify these multiple benefits and help integrate consideration of them within policymaking and project evaluation processes. The goal is to more fully account for the value of energy efficiency improvements.
Promoting an EU Agenda for Electromagnetic Processing of MaterialsLeonardo ENERGY
The document discusses promoting electromagnetic processing (EP) technologies in the EU through policy measures. It makes the following key points:
1) Heating and cooling accounts for over half of Europe's energy consumption and offers significant reduction potential through electrification of industrial processes using EP technologies like induction heating.
2) Pilot projects have demonstrated EP technologies can provide energy savings of up to 75% and reduce heating times and emissions. Full adoption across energy-intensive industries could save over 13% of annual EU energy demand.
3) Targeted policy measures are needed to strengthen drivers for EP technologies and remove barriers, such as including them in the Energy Efficiency Directive, Renewable Energy Directive, and best available techniques reference
Aalto Global Impact organized together with the New Global an event called Co-creating Business Ecosystems in Emerging Markets on 17th of June. The event was hosted by Fortum.
The document discusses how policies and interventions can impact the development of energy-from-waste (EfW) globally. It describes some of the key drivers for EfW including landfill restrictions and incentives for renewable energy. Barriers include low energy/disposal costs requiring direct policy support and financing challenges. The document outlines various regulatory, economic and support policies countries have implemented like landfill bans, tariffs for renewable energy, and demonstrator programs. An example from the UK describes a landfill allowance trading scheme that successfully reduced biodegradable waste landfilling.
English language version of the presentation given by Jonathan Jutsen, Chairman of the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity in San Luis Argentina in December 2016
This document discusses policy options for transitioning to a low-carbon economy by 2050. It explores sustaining economic growth while transforming energy production and consumption. The presentation builds on previous publications by identifying policy ideas without prescribing specific approaches. It discusses challenges like uncertain development pathways and high/low carbon scenarios. Milestones by 2025 include efficiency gains, commercializing carbon capture and storage, renewable deployment, and vehicle efficiency. National policy frameworks and international cooperation on technology and emissions management can help achieve long-term climate goals.
Jorge Casillas, Director de Regulación y Mercados de EDP Renováveis
Mesa 1: El objetivo de la sostenibilidad en las empresas energéticas
IV Simposio Empresarial Internacional Funseam: El Sector energético frente a los retos del 2030
Barcelona, 1 de Febrero de 2016
Hellenic Petroleum is an oil company that is diversifying into renewable energy and new technologies. It aims to invest in renewable electricity projects to develop a portfolio of 100-200 MW of wind, solar, biomass, and hybrid projects. It is also expanding in second and third generation biofuels through research projects. Additionally, Hellenic Petroleum supports research on technologies like using waste cooking oil to produce diesel and using microalgae to produce biofuels. Its vision is to become an innovative supplier of sustainable transport and clean energy.
A presentaion held by Mr Ola Alterå, Senior Advisor to Global Challenge at a meeting with the board of ECF, the European Climate Foundation, in Stockholm on the 24th of September 2013
Business Energy Efficiency Tax Review One Year OnEMEX
The document discusses reforms to the UK's business energy tax landscape, including:
1) Abolishing the CRC energy efficiency scheme and increasing climate change levy rates to simplify the system and drive business energy efficiency.
2) Consulting on a new simplified energy and carbon reporting framework to reduce administrative burdens from overlapping schemes.
3) Keeping the climate change agreement scheme eligibility criteria in place until 2023 and increasing the discount to ensure sectors pay no more than an inflation increase.
Karl Upston-Hooper will present on the energy efficiency market and energy service companies (ESCOs) in China. The presentation will cover the evolution of ESCOs in China, GreenStream's experience operating an ESCO in China, and their business model. It will also discuss the challenges of operating in China's ESCO market and lessons learned. Finally, it will provide an example of how the EFFI program supports growth of green tech small- and medium-sized enterprises in China.
Karl Upston-Hooper will present on the energy efficiency market and energy service companies (ESCOs) in China. The presentation will cover the evolution of ESCOs in China, GreenStream's experience operating an ESCO business model in China, and challenges in the market. It will also discuss the EFFI program which aims to support growth of green tech small-and-medium enterprises from Finland in China through information sharing and developing cooperation models.
This document discusses combined heat and power (CHP) and how it can benefit businesses. It begins with an overview of CHP, explaining that it is a form of on-site power generation that provides electricity cost savings while also producing heat for a business. It then provides examples of E.ON implementing CHP solutions for various customers in different industries, including manufacturing, food and beverage, and healthcare. The solutions have resulted in reductions in energy costs and carbon emissions for the customers.
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A presentation on climate solutions and the results from Sitra's Green to Scale projects for international journalists visiting Finland on 31 October 2018. Presented by Leading specialist Outi Haanperä.
A presentation on the circular economy playbook by Sitra, Technology Industries Finland and Accenture for international journalists visiting Finland on 31 October 2018. Presented by Leading specialist Jyri Arponen.
The circular economy aims to decouple economic activity from the consumption of finite resources by designing waste out of systems and keeping products and materials in use. Globally, demand for raw materials is increasing substantially while much of what is produced is wasted. Many countries and regions are now pioneering circular economy approaches and business models that focus on renewable energy, recycling, product life extension, and product-as-a-service models. Finland has developed a unique roadmap to become a global leader in the circular economy with the potential to create over 75,000 new jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 13-66% across sectors.
The document discusses the need for new metrics to measure companies' net impacts and value creation. It argues that current measures are outdated and better at measuring performance than impacts. A new quantification model is proposed to assess both the positive and negative economic, social and environmental impacts of companies. This would provide a more holistic view of companies' overall footprint and shape. It would focus only on the most significant impacts and those downstream from products and services. The goal is to incentivize businesses to build their models around solutions that deliver net positive impacts.
Reima is a leading brand in performance kidswear that sells approximately 7 million products annually. In 2017, Reima had net sales of 112 million euros, with over 80% coming from international markets. Reima designs all products to be functional for active kids' needs while also being non-toxic and safe. The company focuses on quality, comfort, and small practical details in its design. Reima also emphasizes sustainability and corporate responsibility in its business practices and aims to support an active lifestyle for kids through various sponsorships and initiatives.
Winning Climate Strategies: Solutions for asset owners from beginner to best practise
Catherine Howarth's presentation in the Finnish Climate Summit, June 2018. Catherine Howarth is the Chief Executive of ShareAction, that coordinates civil society activism to promote responsible investment across Europe.
The document discusses the need for producers and suppliers to shift towards more sustainable products and services when sustainable consumption alone is not enough. It suggests producers develop new sustainable products and services and gradually shift away from unsustainable options. It also notes consumers may go beyond sustainable consumption through downshifting, sharing resources, anti-consumption, and buycotting certain materials. The document calls for collaboration across all levels to enable this shift towards sustainability.
The document outlines the SHIFT framework for changing sustainable consumer behaviors. It discusses how social influence, habits, feelings, and tangibility can impact behaviors. For social influence, it explains how social norms, social desirability, and social groups shape actions. It also discusses breaking bad habits and forming new ones. For individual factors, it addresses self-values, self-interest, self-efficacy, self-concept, and consistency. The document provides examples of grasscycling in Calgary to demonstrate combining appeals to social influence and individual factors.
Thomas Kolster, Mr. Goodvertising, esitys Sitran Aamuharppaus-tilaisuudessa 27.3.2018 / Thomas Kolster's presentation at Sitra's event on March 27th, 2018.
This document discusses a company called Original Repack and its reusable packaging solutions. It offers a Custom Repack program for furniture items like sofas and beds that reduces packaging time and costs while improving sustainability. Original Repack sees increased customer loyalty and order values from offering rewards to customers who use its RePack service, showing the business benefits of investing in reusable packaging.
This document provides guidance for effective communication strategies, recommending speaking to audience values through personal, timely stories rather than abstract ideas or environmentalist language. It suggests knowing the audience, crafting a relevant and empowering message told through stories and metaphors, choosing the right messenger to deliver the message through the proper medium supported by impactful images, and calling audiences to specific action.
Uusiutuvan energian ajankohtaispäivä 23.1.2018
Matti Kahra, Sitra: "Suomen 2030 ilmasto -ja energiatavoitteet - tehdäänkö oikeita asioita riittävästi?"
Lecture slide titled Fraud Risk Mitigation, Webinar Lecture Delivered at the Society for West African Internal Audit Practitioners (SWAIAP) on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.
1. Elemental Economics - Introduction to mining.pdfNeal Brewster
After this first you should: Understand the nature of mining; have an awareness of the industry’s boundaries, corporate structure and size; appreciation the complex motivations and objectives of the industries’ various participants; know how mineral reserves are defined and estimated, and how they evolve over time.
OJP data from firms like Vicinity Jobs have emerged as a complement to traditional sources of labour demand data, such as the Job Vacancy and Wages Survey (JVWS). Ibrahim Abuallail, PhD Candidate, University of Ottawa, presented research relating to bias in OJPs and a proposed approach to effectively adjust OJP data to complement existing official data (such as from the JVWS) and improve the measurement of labour demand.
5 Tips for Creating Standard Financial ReportsEasyReports
Well-crafted financial reports serve as vital tools for decision-making and transparency within an organization. By following the undermentioned tips, you can create standardized financial reports that effectively communicate your company's financial health and performance to stakeholders.
How Does CRISIL Evaluate Lenders in India for Credit RatingsShaheen Kumar
CRISIL evaluates lenders in India by analyzing financial performance, loan portfolio quality, risk management practices, capital adequacy, market position, and adherence to regulatory requirements. This comprehensive assessment ensures a thorough evaluation of creditworthiness and financial strength. Each criterion is meticulously examined to provide credible and reliable ratings.
"Does Foreign Direct Investment Negatively Affect Preservation of Culture in the Global South? Case Studies in Thailand and Cambodia."
Do elements of globalization, such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), negatively affect the ability of countries in the Global South to preserve their culture? This research aims to answer this question by employing a cross-sectional comparative case study analysis utilizing methods of difference. Thailand and Cambodia are compared as they are in the same region and have a similar culture. The metric of difference between Thailand and Cambodia is their ability to preserve their culture. This ability is operationalized by their respective attitudes towards FDI; Thailand imposes stringent regulations and limitations on FDI while Cambodia does not hesitate to accept most FDI and imposes fewer limitations. The evidence from this study suggests that FDI from globally influential countries with high gross domestic products (GDPs) (e.g. China, U.S.) challenges the ability of countries with lower GDPs (e.g. Cambodia) to protect their culture. Furthermore, the ability, or lack thereof, of the receiving countries to protect their culture is amplified by the existence and implementation of restrictive FDI policies imposed by their governments.
My study abroad in Bali, Indonesia, inspired this research topic as I noticed how globalization is changing the culture of its people. I learned their language and way of life which helped me understand the beauty and importance of cultural preservation. I believe we could all benefit from learning new perspectives as they could help us ideate solutions to contemporary issues and empathize with others.
Who Is the Largest Producer of Soybean in India Now.pdf
Fortum's comments to Climate Impact Assessment of Nasdaq Helsinki - Kari Kankaanpaa
1. Climate impact screening of companies
SSE Regional Dialogue: Nordic Countries
Helsinki, November 4th 2015
Kari Kankaanpää
Fortum Corporation
2. External assessments valuable for continuous improvement
• External independent assessments of
sustainability and rankings in significant
indexes are important for us, because they
support the development and continuous
improvement of our operations.
• We believe that accountability for mitigating
climate change is a business imperative.
• We welcome the increasing awareness and
interest of capital markets on climate
disclosure and performance.
• However, assessment metrics has to be
relevant for the issue under consideration and
regional and sector differences should be
taken into account.
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3. Views on the Climate Impact Assessment report
• Carbon footprint is only a momentary snapshot
of current carbon exposure. Forward looking
analysis reflects better the risks and
opportunities of long-term investment.
– Integration of climate change mitigation
into company strategy
– Long and short term aspiration and
ambition in climate issue
– Past and future trend in decarbonisation
– Climate policy endorsement
• Various sectors differ in nature of climate
performance. Internal sector comparison
therefore important.
• CDP’s extensive database is a profound global
source for independent information and
could/should be utilised even more effectively.
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