Mike Underhill Chief Executive, Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority (EECA) - speaking at Seismics and the City 2014.
Building Innovation: Collaborative and innovative relevant to the rebuild of Greater Christchurch.
CIRCE is a research center focused on energy resources and consumption. It has over 185 employees from 11 nationalities working across various projects related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, smart grids, electric vehicles, and sustainability. CIRCE aims to improve industry competitiveness through technology transfer and providing innovative solutions for sustainable development. Some key ongoing projects discussed include developing zero-energy buildings through deep energy renovations, using data and smart grids to increase urban resilience, and reducing pollution from energy and materials usage. Challenges and potential solutions discussed include addressing industry inertia, policy restrictions, and varying conditions across Europe.
The document envisions the sustainable city of the future through waste management focused on reducing consumption and recycling waste into energy, efficient water usage like rainwater collection and wastewater recycling, reduced car dependency through carpooling and electric vehicle sharing within high-walkability urban areas, and low CO2 emissions from limited fossil fuel use and renewable energy generation at every house and building. The city also has many green areas like inner-city gardens and roof gardens to mitigate the urban heat island effect and provides shelters using recycled and reused containers.
This document provides an overview of a Zero Energy District (ZED) initiative in Asheville, North Carolina called AMAZED. A ZED aims for residents and businesses to produce as much energy as they consume. The goals of AMAZED are to make Asheville energy independent and keep money in the local economy. Currently, Asheville gets most of its electricity from a coal plant, but progress has been made in reducing city and resident energy use. The document outlines potential strategies for AMAZED, such as education and competitions, and highlights examples of success in other communities like Fort Collins, Colorado. Preliminary participating organizations are listed and three simple energy saving tips are provided.
The document discusses the Avedøre Green City project in Copenhagen, Denmark which aims to transform the district into a zero energy community through district heating system optimization, building retrofits, and an energy cooperative. A steering committee of local stakeholders developed a shared vision and action plan based on UN sustainability goals. The project will retrofit 210,000 square meters of housing to reduce energy use by 50% through new radiators, insulation, solar energy and an optimized district heating system. Residents will be empowered to locally produce and consume sustainable energy through an energy cooperative. The project is part of the H2020 RINNO initiative to accelerate deep building renovations across Europe.
Sapa Building System: Reference book volume 2Architectura
The document discusses 4 trends for future cities:
1. The networked city, where information sharing and connectivity will be important as more people live in dense urban areas.
2. Communal living, with a focus on shared spaces and local communities in cities.
3. Retrofitting existing buildings to be more sustainable and energy efficient, as most buildings currently standing will still be in use by 2050.
4. The "Rurban revolution" of reconnecting with local communities and self-sufficiency through approaches like urban farming.
This document discusses circular economy principles and their application to building renovation through the RINNO project. It provides an overview of circular economy concepts and the EU's support for transitioning to this model. The RINNO project aims to accelerate deep energy renovation rates across Europe using innovative technologies, processes, and business models developed with circular economy principles in mind. The project will demonstrate solutions in four countries and assess impacts. Key tasks include exploring circular design constraints, assessing solutions, developing multistakeholder business models, integrating circular strategies into models, and creating a crowd-lending investment scheme.
This document provides an overview of a Zero Energy District (ZED) initiative in Asheville, North Carolina called AMAZED. A ZED aims for residents and businesses to produce as much energy as they consume. The goals of AMAZED are to make Asheville energy independent and keep money in the local economy. Currently, Asheville gets most of its electricity from a coal plant, but progress has been made in reducing city and resident energy use. The document outlines potential next steps for AMAZED, such as education programs and competitions, and examples of successful ZED programs elsewhere like in Fort Collins, Colorado.
CIRCE is a research center focused on energy resources and consumption. It has over 185 employees from 11 nationalities working across various projects related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, smart grids, electric vehicles, and sustainability. CIRCE aims to improve industry competitiveness through technology transfer and providing innovative solutions for sustainable development. Some key ongoing projects discussed include developing zero-energy buildings through deep energy renovations, using data and smart grids to increase urban resilience, and reducing pollution from energy and materials usage. Challenges and potential solutions discussed include addressing industry inertia, policy restrictions, and varying conditions across Europe.
The document envisions the sustainable city of the future through waste management focused on reducing consumption and recycling waste into energy, efficient water usage like rainwater collection and wastewater recycling, reduced car dependency through carpooling and electric vehicle sharing within high-walkability urban areas, and low CO2 emissions from limited fossil fuel use and renewable energy generation at every house and building. The city also has many green areas like inner-city gardens and roof gardens to mitigate the urban heat island effect and provides shelters using recycled and reused containers.
This document provides an overview of a Zero Energy District (ZED) initiative in Asheville, North Carolina called AMAZED. A ZED aims for residents and businesses to produce as much energy as they consume. The goals of AMAZED are to make Asheville energy independent and keep money in the local economy. Currently, Asheville gets most of its electricity from a coal plant, but progress has been made in reducing city and resident energy use. The document outlines potential strategies for AMAZED, such as education and competitions, and highlights examples of success in other communities like Fort Collins, Colorado. Preliminary participating organizations are listed and three simple energy saving tips are provided.
The document discusses the Avedøre Green City project in Copenhagen, Denmark which aims to transform the district into a zero energy community through district heating system optimization, building retrofits, and an energy cooperative. A steering committee of local stakeholders developed a shared vision and action plan based on UN sustainability goals. The project will retrofit 210,000 square meters of housing to reduce energy use by 50% through new radiators, insulation, solar energy and an optimized district heating system. Residents will be empowered to locally produce and consume sustainable energy through an energy cooperative. The project is part of the H2020 RINNO initiative to accelerate deep building renovations across Europe.
Sapa Building System: Reference book volume 2Architectura
The document discusses 4 trends for future cities:
1. The networked city, where information sharing and connectivity will be important as more people live in dense urban areas.
2. Communal living, with a focus on shared spaces and local communities in cities.
3. Retrofitting existing buildings to be more sustainable and energy efficient, as most buildings currently standing will still be in use by 2050.
4. The "Rurban revolution" of reconnecting with local communities and self-sufficiency through approaches like urban farming.
This document discusses circular economy principles and their application to building renovation through the RINNO project. It provides an overview of circular economy concepts and the EU's support for transitioning to this model. The RINNO project aims to accelerate deep energy renovation rates across Europe using innovative technologies, processes, and business models developed with circular economy principles in mind. The project will demonstrate solutions in four countries and assess impacts. Key tasks include exploring circular design constraints, assessing solutions, developing multistakeholder business models, integrating circular strategies into models, and creating a crowd-lending investment scheme.
This document provides an overview of a Zero Energy District (ZED) initiative in Asheville, North Carolina called AMAZED. A ZED aims for residents and businesses to produce as much energy as they consume. The goals of AMAZED are to make Asheville energy independent and keep money in the local economy. Currently, Asheville gets most of its electricity from a coal plant, but progress has been made in reducing city and resident energy use. The document outlines potential next steps for AMAZED, such as education programs and competitions, and examples of successful ZED programs elsewhere like in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Eco-Engineering International, Inc. is a network of consultants and small companies focused on environmental engineering and management projects. Formed in 2013 and registered in Belize, the network currently has around 30 associates from seven countries. Major projects have included designing flood control infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and advising on environmental assessments. The company also retrieves sunken hardwood logs from Central and South American rivers and has taken an equity position in a renewable energy project in Tanzania.
Esimerkkejä ja nostoja suomalaisten yritysten liiketoimintamahdollisuuksista ...TAPIO
The document discusses Finland's leadership in the cleantech industry across several sectors including energy and resource efficiency, smart transport and logistics, renewables and smart grid, waste-to-value, bioproducts and materials, air quality, and more. It highlights the large and growing global market opportunities in these sectors totaling over $5 trillion annually. It also profiles several major Finnish cleantech companies and how they evolved from traditional industries to become leaders in providing sustainable solutions.
Energy Communities Tipperary Coop clg - our stories 2020Gearóid Fitzgibbon
The document summarizes the work of the Energy Communities Tipperary Cooperative (ECTC) which represents 8 community energy teams in Tipperary, Ireland. Over the period from 2011-2018, ECTC invested €8.5 million, with €4.5 million from SEAI funding, to upgrade 658 homes and 21 community buildings with energy efficiency measures. Upgrades included attic and wall insulation, window and door replacements, heating system upgrades, and renewable energy installations. ECTC statistics show the increasing number of homes and buildings upgraded each year, as well as rising energy savings and project spending. Challenges moving forward include balancing costs with social goals, managing tight project timelines, and adapting to changing economic
Masdar City is a $15 billion planned city in Abu Dhabi that aims to be the world's first zero-carbon, zero-waste city. It will rely entirely on renewable energy like solar power and will have no traditional cars, instead using a personal rapid transit system. The buildings are designed to encourage conservation through features like holes in walls to allow wind flow and a central wind tower. Masdar City seeks to demonstrate sustainability on a large scale and serve as a model for greener urban development as more of the world's population lives in cities.
Sustainability and "green" business practices are an essential part of Globalization Partners International's (GPI) company values. We strive to protect our planet, and to do what we can to ensure a healthy environment for the next generation.
Sapa Building System: Reference book volume 3Architectura
The document discusses trends for sustainable cities in 2050 based on scientific forecasts. It identifies 5 key trends: 1) Low-carbon cities through building efficiency and renewables. 2) Smart buildings connected through IoT to optimize resources. 3) Vertical cities through high-density building to reduce land use. 4) Retrofitting existing buildings with smart technologies. 5) Cradle-to-cradle design that closes material loops through reuse and recycling. Aluminum building materials are highlighted as sustainable due to their recyclability and longevity.
Municipalities today are constantly challenged while trying to improve the level of service to their citizens. In this session we will introduce the concept of Smart Water and show how we can lead the charge in providing value to citizens.
The document discusses the need for changes to the planning and building paradigm to encourage more sustainable development. It notes that while the building industry is building more green buildings, more needs to be done to truly achieve sustainability. Specifically, it calls for abandoning parcel-focused planning, encouraging district heating, water reuse, energy conservation incentives, and integrating living and built systems. Retrofitting existing buildings provides major opportunities for energy savings but the current system favors new builds; changes are needed to policies, regulations, and incentives to support retrofits. Pushing industry and governments to change the status quo is key to transitioning to a more sustainable system.
Water Environment Association of Ontario keynote 2016 by Erik LindquistErik Lindquist, P.Eng.
Most importantly Modular Infrastructure Generates Results, quickly, cost effectively, incrementally, and in a manner that you can show success, grow and improve on!
The more you integrate modular renewable utility components together and the waste from one component becomes the resource for anther the more competitive you can be with conventional utility rates for their consumers.
Perhaps the greatest outcome of modular, is you enable your staff to maximize their value to their business, their community, and their planet.
Arusha | Jun-14 | Village-level Energy Innovation Systems in East AfricaSmart Villages
Presentation by Andrew Mnzava, COSTECH - Smart Villages Arusha workshop - June 2014
The workshop in Arusha explored the East African/Tanzanian environment for village energy, local case studies, challenges and opportunities, with a view to formulating policy recommendations for policymakers, funders, NGOs and other stakeholders the region. An important part of the workshop, and indeed the whole Smart Villages initiative work programme, was to gather evidence from existing projects that have provided or facilitated sustainable off-grid energy solutions in the developing world.The workshop gathered more than 50 experts, including policymakers, NGOs, off-grid energy entrepreneurs and others to look for solutions to providing energy to villages off the grid.
Greenovation - how green construction brings opportunities for entrepreneurs ...BioRegional
This document discusses opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs in green construction and reuse. It outlines two key opportunities: 1) Community-led enterprises focused on reusing surplus building materials and sustainable retrofitting. 2) Larger opportunities including developing an "EcoPark" where social enterprises focused on reuse and recycling could operate. The document then provides more details on the benefits of reuse for reducing waste and embodied carbon, and outlines some existing reuse center models. It suggests an EcoPark could maximize job creation, waste reduction, and carbon savings through colocating social enterprises focused on reclaimed materials.
Peter Bakker, WBCSD (Closing Plenary, Benelux EEB lab, 13 May 2015)Dgarin
Buildings are the largest energy consumers globally. If action is taken now, energy consumption in buildings could be reduced by 50% by 2030 through improved efficiency. A panel of experts was formed to address the barriers to increasing energy efficiency in buildings. They identified that technology, skills, awareness, financing, and policy need to be addressed to overcome these barriers and realize the opportunities for efficiency. The Benelux Lab developed business cases and solutions to help projects advance energy efficiency in an innovative way.
Introduction to resources efficient built environment unhabitatnepal
This document provides an introduction to resource efficiency in the built environment. It discusses the increasing demand for resources due to rapid urbanization. Buildings are responsible for 40% of electricity consumption, CO2 emissions, waste generation, and 20% of water use. The document outlines strategies for designing green cities and resource efficient buildings, including building orientation, passive design, renewable energy, and water and waste management. It also summarizes a project promoting energy efficiency in buildings across East Africa.
VinylPlus is a voluntary commitment by the European PVC industry to increase the sustainability of PVC. Over the past 10 years (2011-2020), VinylPlus achieved key milestones in recycling PVC waste, promoting sustainable use of additives, improving energy efficiency, and raising sustainability awareness. Highlights include recycling over 6.5 million tonnes of PVC and reducing CO2 emissions by 14% in PVC production. VinylPlus also works with stakeholders across the PVC value chain and engages in partnerships to further sustainability goals.
The document discusses enabling more sustainable cities through promoting sharing economies and one planet lifestyles. It provides examples of how cities can integrate sharing initiatives in areas like transportation, food, goods, housing and working. Partnerships between cities, businesses, and citizens are important to enhance sharing opportunities. A pathway is outlined that involves assessing status quo, mapping opportunities, visioning a one planet city, setting targets, stakeholder involvement, and evaluating impacts. The goal is to catalyze sustainable lifestyles and systems through city-level initiatives that create value rather than just mitigate risks.
Schools and community groups session (final) jennykur
This document discusses initiatives to increase community energy projects in Camden. It outlines DECC's objectives of energy security, reduction and low-carbon energy. It then describes the Community Energy Strategy and Urban Community Energy Fund, which provides grants up to £20,000 and loans up to £130,000 for feasibility studies and project development costs. The fund is administered by the Centre for Sustainable Energy and Pure Leapfrog. It encourages local community groups in Camden to apply to the fund to develop renewable energy generation projects.
The case for community based equity participation in scottish on-shore wind e...icarb
This document discusses the benefits of community-based equity participation in Scottish on-shore wind energy production. It argues that currently, less than 10% of the value of renewable energy production stays in rural economies when projects are owned by large private companies. Community ownership models, in contrast, ensure a greater percentage of profits are reinvested locally. Examples are given of communities in Scotland where renewable energy projects owned by residents have funded housing insulation, regeneration projects, community buses, and other local initiatives. The document concludes that community renewable energy ownership is not just about carbon accounting but enabling broader carbon reduction and empowering communities to address climate change at a local level.
Veronica Jacobi's Climate Recovery Plan proposes 8 initiatives to address climate change in Santa Rosa and beyond: 1) Growing local green businesses and industries to create green jobs. 2) Shifting energy sources from fossil fuels to renewable sources like solar and wind. 3) Seeking ways to reduce the carbon footprint through transportation alternatives, carbon sequestration, and green development. 4) Enabling local control over energy sources through community choice aggregation. 5) Promoting water conservation and reuse through guidelines and technologies. 6) Improving public transit, walking, and biking infrastructure. 7) Committing to eliminate landfill waste through composting and recycling. 8) Committing to reduce net carbon emissions to zero through
The document discusses progress in sustainable investing in 2012, noting growth in areas like clean energy and carbon markets. It outlines some risks and challenges, but also opportunities in sectors such as biomass, agriculture, electric vehicles, and specific green companies. Overall the tone is optimistic about the potential for capitalism to reinvent itself and help address climate change through further investment in these areas.
From Heidi Hafes
“Failure” – the word usually carries a negative connotation. But for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and NGOs working to provide energy access to people in the “last mile”, failure can actually provide important lessons. Is failure an important ingredient to success?
In this webinar, we’ll gather experts who will talk openly about their experiences with failure from a variety of angles and why failure is actually an important element in successfully delivering energy access to remote communities.
What have they learned from these so-called “failures”? Must one fail to succeed? Most importantly, how can these stories of failure (and success) help remote villages to access energy, education, healthcare, etc.?
Our webinar series is a little different: each expert will speak for less than 10 minutes and will focus on their on-the-ground experience using photos to tell their story.
Duncan Webb, Partner, Lane Neave - Speaking at Seismics and the City 2015SmartNet
This document discusses engaging citizens and communities affected by natural disasters like earthquakes. It notes that citizens expect uncompensated losses to be covered and fair treatment, while officials aim to follow policy and avoid confrontation, maintain esteem, and meet organizational objectives. The document recommends providing clarity on decisions and decision-makers, choices available to citizens, constraints imposed, empowering citizens with knowledge and trust to make decisions, and tailoring responses to those unable to act.
Eco-Engineering International, Inc. is a network of consultants and small companies focused on environmental engineering and management projects. Formed in 2013 and registered in Belize, the network currently has around 30 associates from seven countries. Major projects have included designing flood control infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and advising on environmental assessments. The company also retrieves sunken hardwood logs from Central and South American rivers and has taken an equity position in a renewable energy project in Tanzania.
Esimerkkejä ja nostoja suomalaisten yritysten liiketoimintamahdollisuuksista ...TAPIO
The document discusses Finland's leadership in the cleantech industry across several sectors including energy and resource efficiency, smart transport and logistics, renewables and smart grid, waste-to-value, bioproducts and materials, air quality, and more. It highlights the large and growing global market opportunities in these sectors totaling over $5 trillion annually. It also profiles several major Finnish cleantech companies and how they evolved from traditional industries to become leaders in providing sustainable solutions.
Energy Communities Tipperary Coop clg - our stories 2020Gearóid Fitzgibbon
The document summarizes the work of the Energy Communities Tipperary Cooperative (ECTC) which represents 8 community energy teams in Tipperary, Ireland. Over the period from 2011-2018, ECTC invested €8.5 million, with €4.5 million from SEAI funding, to upgrade 658 homes and 21 community buildings with energy efficiency measures. Upgrades included attic and wall insulation, window and door replacements, heating system upgrades, and renewable energy installations. ECTC statistics show the increasing number of homes and buildings upgraded each year, as well as rising energy savings and project spending. Challenges moving forward include balancing costs with social goals, managing tight project timelines, and adapting to changing economic
Masdar City is a $15 billion planned city in Abu Dhabi that aims to be the world's first zero-carbon, zero-waste city. It will rely entirely on renewable energy like solar power and will have no traditional cars, instead using a personal rapid transit system. The buildings are designed to encourage conservation through features like holes in walls to allow wind flow and a central wind tower. Masdar City seeks to demonstrate sustainability on a large scale and serve as a model for greener urban development as more of the world's population lives in cities.
Sustainability and "green" business practices are an essential part of Globalization Partners International's (GPI) company values. We strive to protect our planet, and to do what we can to ensure a healthy environment for the next generation.
Sapa Building System: Reference book volume 3Architectura
The document discusses trends for sustainable cities in 2050 based on scientific forecasts. It identifies 5 key trends: 1) Low-carbon cities through building efficiency and renewables. 2) Smart buildings connected through IoT to optimize resources. 3) Vertical cities through high-density building to reduce land use. 4) Retrofitting existing buildings with smart technologies. 5) Cradle-to-cradle design that closes material loops through reuse and recycling. Aluminum building materials are highlighted as sustainable due to their recyclability and longevity.
Municipalities today are constantly challenged while trying to improve the level of service to their citizens. In this session we will introduce the concept of Smart Water and show how we can lead the charge in providing value to citizens.
The document discusses the need for changes to the planning and building paradigm to encourage more sustainable development. It notes that while the building industry is building more green buildings, more needs to be done to truly achieve sustainability. Specifically, it calls for abandoning parcel-focused planning, encouraging district heating, water reuse, energy conservation incentives, and integrating living and built systems. Retrofitting existing buildings provides major opportunities for energy savings but the current system favors new builds; changes are needed to policies, regulations, and incentives to support retrofits. Pushing industry and governments to change the status quo is key to transitioning to a more sustainable system.
Water Environment Association of Ontario keynote 2016 by Erik LindquistErik Lindquist, P.Eng.
Most importantly Modular Infrastructure Generates Results, quickly, cost effectively, incrementally, and in a manner that you can show success, grow and improve on!
The more you integrate modular renewable utility components together and the waste from one component becomes the resource for anther the more competitive you can be with conventional utility rates for their consumers.
Perhaps the greatest outcome of modular, is you enable your staff to maximize their value to their business, their community, and their planet.
Arusha | Jun-14 | Village-level Energy Innovation Systems in East AfricaSmart Villages
Presentation by Andrew Mnzava, COSTECH - Smart Villages Arusha workshop - June 2014
The workshop in Arusha explored the East African/Tanzanian environment for village energy, local case studies, challenges and opportunities, with a view to formulating policy recommendations for policymakers, funders, NGOs and other stakeholders the region. An important part of the workshop, and indeed the whole Smart Villages initiative work programme, was to gather evidence from existing projects that have provided or facilitated sustainable off-grid energy solutions in the developing world.The workshop gathered more than 50 experts, including policymakers, NGOs, off-grid energy entrepreneurs and others to look for solutions to providing energy to villages off the grid.
Greenovation - how green construction brings opportunities for entrepreneurs ...BioRegional
This document discusses opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs in green construction and reuse. It outlines two key opportunities: 1) Community-led enterprises focused on reusing surplus building materials and sustainable retrofitting. 2) Larger opportunities including developing an "EcoPark" where social enterprises focused on reuse and recycling could operate. The document then provides more details on the benefits of reuse for reducing waste and embodied carbon, and outlines some existing reuse center models. It suggests an EcoPark could maximize job creation, waste reduction, and carbon savings through colocating social enterprises focused on reclaimed materials.
Peter Bakker, WBCSD (Closing Plenary, Benelux EEB lab, 13 May 2015)Dgarin
Buildings are the largest energy consumers globally. If action is taken now, energy consumption in buildings could be reduced by 50% by 2030 through improved efficiency. A panel of experts was formed to address the barriers to increasing energy efficiency in buildings. They identified that technology, skills, awareness, financing, and policy need to be addressed to overcome these barriers and realize the opportunities for efficiency. The Benelux Lab developed business cases and solutions to help projects advance energy efficiency in an innovative way.
Introduction to resources efficient built environment unhabitatnepal
This document provides an introduction to resource efficiency in the built environment. It discusses the increasing demand for resources due to rapid urbanization. Buildings are responsible for 40% of electricity consumption, CO2 emissions, waste generation, and 20% of water use. The document outlines strategies for designing green cities and resource efficient buildings, including building orientation, passive design, renewable energy, and water and waste management. It also summarizes a project promoting energy efficiency in buildings across East Africa.
VinylPlus is a voluntary commitment by the European PVC industry to increase the sustainability of PVC. Over the past 10 years (2011-2020), VinylPlus achieved key milestones in recycling PVC waste, promoting sustainable use of additives, improving energy efficiency, and raising sustainability awareness. Highlights include recycling over 6.5 million tonnes of PVC and reducing CO2 emissions by 14% in PVC production. VinylPlus also works with stakeholders across the PVC value chain and engages in partnerships to further sustainability goals.
The document discusses enabling more sustainable cities through promoting sharing economies and one planet lifestyles. It provides examples of how cities can integrate sharing initiatives in areas like transportation, food, goods, housing and working. Partnerships between cities, businesses, and citizens are important to enhance sharing opportunities. A pathway is outlined that involves assessing status quo, mapping opportunities, visioning a one planet city, setting targets, stakeholder involvement, and evaluating impacts. The goal is to catalyze sustainable lifestyles and systems through city-level initiatives that create value rather than just mitigate risks.
Schools and community groups session (final) jennykur
This document discusses initiatives to increase community energy projects in Camden. It outlines DECC's objectives of energy security, reduction and low-carbon energy. It then describes the Community Energy Strategy and Urban Community Energy Fund, which provides grants up to £20,000 and loans up to £130,000 for feasibility studies and project development costs. The fund is administered by the Centre for Sustainable Energy and Pure Leapfrog. It encourages local community groups in Camden to apply to the fund to develop renewable energy generation projects.
The case for community based equity participation in scottish on-shore wind e...icarb
This document discusses the benefits of community-based equity participation in Scottish on-shore wind energy production. It argues that currently, less than 10% of the value of renewable energy production stays in rural economies when projects are owned by large private companies. Community ownership models, in contrast, ensure a greater percentage of profits are reinvested locally. Examples are given of communities in Scotland where renewable energy projects owned by residents have funded housing insulation, regeneration projects, community buses, and other local initiatives. The document concludes that community renewable energy ownership is not just about carbon accounting but enabling broader carbon reduction and empowering communities to address climate change at a local level.
Veronica Jacobi's Climate Recovery Plan proposes 8 initiatives to address climate change in Santa Rosa and beyond: 1) Growing local green businesses and industries to create green jobs. 2) Shifting energy sources from fossil fuels to renewable sources like solar and wind. 3) Seeking ways to reduce the carbon footprint through transportation alternatives, carbon sequestration, and green development. 4) Enabling local control over energy sources through community choice aggregation. 5) Promoting water conservation and reuse through guidelines and technologies. 6) Improving public transit, walking, and biking infrastructure. 7) Committing to eliminate landfill waste through composting and recycling. 8) Committing to reduce net carbon emissions to zero through
The document discusses progress in sustainable investing in 2012, noting growth in areas like clean energy and carbon markets. It outlines some risks and challenges, but also opportunities in sectors such as biomass, agriculture, electric vehicles, and specific green companies. Overall the tone is optimistic about the potential for capitalism to reinvent itself and help address climate change through further investment in these areas.
From Heidi Hafes
“Failure” – the word usually carries a negative connotation. But for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and NGOs working to provide energy access to people in the “last mile”, failure can actually provide important lessons. Is failure an important ingredient to success?
In this webinar, we’ll gather experts who will talk openly about their experiences with failure from a variety of angles and why failure is actually an important element in successfully delivering energy access to remote communities.
What have they learned from these so-called “failures”? Must one fail to succeed? Most importantly, how can these stories of failure (and success) help remote villages to access energy, education, healthcare, etc.?
Our webinar series is a little different: each expert will speak for less than 10 minutes and will focus on their on-the-ground experience using photos to tell their story.
Duncan Webb, Partner, Lane Neave - Speaking at Seismics and the City 2015SmartNet
This document discusses engaging citizens and communities affected by natural disasters like earthquakes. It notes that citizens expect uncompensated losses to be covered and fair treatment, while officials aim to follow policy and avoid confrontation, maintain esteem, and meet organizational objectives. The document recommends providing clarity on decisions and decision-makers, choices available to citizens, constraints imposed, empowering citizens with knowledge and trust to make decisions, and tailoring responses to those unable to act.
Paul Drummond, Global Monitoring Sales Manager, Trimble - Presenting at Seism...SmartNet
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
Seismically Smart Buildings: Learning from the past, setting the standard for the future.
David Freeman-Greene General Manger, Commercial, Orion - speaking at Seismics...SmartNet
David Freeman-Greene General Manger, Commercial, Orion - speaking at Seismics and the City 2014
Building Innovation: Collaborative and innovative initiatives relevant to the rebuild of Greater Christchurch
Natural Environment Recovery Progarmme Resources - as presented at Seismics a...SmartNet
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
Presented by Chrissie Williams, Programme Leader, Natural Environment Recovery Programme, ECAN.
The document summarizes how Kay Giles' organization has reinvented itself in response to the needs of the Canterbury region after earthquakes. It discusses trends in student numbers and recruitment, making trades training a priority by targeting underrepresented groups. It also focuses on STEM programs and is undertaking a $200 million campus redevelopment. The organization has worked to continue operating, engage with the community, and meet changing student and employer expectations around work-readiness and skills.
Dr John Vargo, Resilient Organisations, University of Canterbury - Seismics a...SmartNet
The document discusses resilience and leadership in recovery from the 2010-2011 Canterbury earthquakes in New Zealand. It presents case studies of three resilient Christchurch businesses: a panel beater, IT retailer, and hair salon. Each business demonstrated virtues and resilience factors that helped them recover from the disaster. Leadership, staff engagement, effective partnerships, creativity, and finding benefits from challenges were among the key enablers of resilience discussed. The document advocates becoming a virtuous leader, prioritizing staff, planning adaptability, and learning from crises as ways to build organizational resilience.
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016
"Anchors aweigh" - A review and preview of the development of the city's anchor projects once the Canterbury Earthquake Authority is disbanded in April.
Dr William Rolleston, President, NZ Federated FarmersSmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
Sacred Cows v The Clobbering Machine?
Urban/rural interdependence, science and innovation in Canterbury.
Leanne Crozier, Director, Decipher Group LtdSmartNet
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help regulate emotions and stress levels.
Dr Katie Pickles, Associate Professor, University of Canterbury - presentatio...SmartNet
The document is a summary of memories of a city. It acknowledges Ken Hall and Christchurch Art Gallery. The document is from Associate Professor Katie Pickles in the Department of History.
Scott Noyes Energy Management Specialist, Schneider Electric NZ - speaking at...SmartNet
Scott Noyes Energy Management Specialist, Schneider Electric NZ - speaking at Seismics and the City 2014. Building Innovation: Collaborative and innovative initiatives relevant to the rebuild of Greater Christchurch
Prof. Maan Alkaisi, Principal Investigator, MacDiarmid, University of CanterburySmartNet
This document discusses the aftermath of an event five years ago and lessons that can be learned. It argues that improving building standards, increasing accountability, and reforming laws to ensure justice are needed to build a safer and more beautiful city. While increasing engineering standards may cost 5-10%, far more has been lost over five years in areas like education and tourism due to the event's impacts. The consequences of the city experiencing such an event again in the future could be severe.
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
A City on the Move: Collaboration and Regeneration
Looking Back: Remembering and Learning
Looking Forward: Visioning and Building
The document discusses net zero hospitals and provides strategies for achieving net zero energy use in hospitals. It begins with defining what net zero means and then outlines a 5-step approach: 1) reducing user demand through behavior change; 2) reducing energy demand through measures like insulation and efficient equipment; 3) applying sustainable energy sources like solar and wind; 4) implementing energy exchange and storage systems; and 5) efficiently using any remaining fossil fuels. Specific measures for each step are also discussed. Cities in the UK and examples of large net zero buildings are presented to show that net zero is achievable even for large facilities like hospitals.
This document discusses how planning can help address climate change through sustainable energy opportunities and considerations for plan-making and development applications. It notes that planning can maximize economic benefits by reducing energy costs, help meet emissions targets, and build resilience to extreme weather. Issues to consider include rising fuel costs, the need to limit global warming, and examples of extreme weather events in the UK. The document provides guidance on how planning can adapt to and mitigate climate change through approaches like renewable energy development, sustainable construction standards, and sustainable drainage systems.
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This document outlines Lexington, Massachusetts' history of sustainability efforts from 2005 to 2017. It summarizes key milestones and policies enacted, including sustainable building policies, adoption of the Stretch Energy Code, creation of the Sustainable Lexington organization, approval of Community Choice Aggregation, and establishment of task forces on solar energy and getting to net zero emissions. The document then discusses Lexington's Sustainability Action Plan and priorities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency, green power purchasing, and transitioning to renewable energy sources with a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. It highlights ongoing solar projects at municipal buildings that are expected to save millions in energy costs and reduce carbon emissions.
The document outlines an agenda for a conference called "Re-energising Camden" that will discuss low carbon energy, including a session on Arup's experience with energy projects in Camden, presentations on London's strategic policy context and different low carbon technologies, and a showcase of projects. The conference aims to explore opportunities for collaborative investment in community energy projects to help re-energize Camden with low carbon solutions.
The document discusses Australia's energy crisis as announced in March 2017 and how the country arrived at this point. It analyzes factors like policy disruption, an energy-only market model, and over-reliance on intermittent renewables that have driven inefficient capital investment. The market is seen as broken due to a lack of coordination between federal policy, state strategies, and energy market structures. Moving forward, the document advocates utilizing existing and new distributed energy resources more efficiently through an open access market that enables competing resources and promotes energy productivity over subsidized capital expenditure.
The physical world
1. Energy – Mark Thompson discussed challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, including the need for a diverse mix of energy sources and systems to meet climate change targets. He outlined various innovation needs and opportunities.
2. Transport – Mark Matchett discussed connected transport and the challenges of congestion. He outlined a vision for an integrated intelligent connected transport system utilizing existing infrastructure through a systems approach.
3. Built Environment – Stephen Lowe discussed key themes in the built environment including urban living, construction, building performance, and infrastructure. He highlighted opportunities around health, energy efficiency, and lowering costs.
4. Next steps and Q & A
Sentinel Housing Association is focused on reducing its environmental impact through various initiatives. It aims to reduce its operational carbon footprint by 10% per employee and the average footprint per home by 15% by 2013. Sentinel is installing photovoltaic panels, improving insulation, and replacing boilers and windows in existing homes to save residents money and reduce emissions. For new builds, Sentinel develops homes to Code Level 3 standards, installs renewables, and tracks average energy costs. Sentinel works with partners like local councils and other housing associations to share knowledge and lead the social housing industry in sustainable practices.
This document provides an agenda and overview for the "Re-energising Camden" conference on low carbon energy. The agenda includes arrival and registration, conference and breakout sessions, a project showcase, and networking. Arup will give opening comments and discuss their experience with low carbon energy projects in Camden. The document also outlines London's strategic policy context around decentralised energy, energy efficiency in buildings, gas versus low carbon heat sources, and feed-in tariffs. Arup's role includes various stages of low carbon energy project implementation from policy development to feasibility studies to procurement and implementation.
Bristol Energy Cooperative Bond Offer July 2017Andy O'Brien
Bristol Energy Cooperative (BEC) launches a new crowdfund to continue its journey to become a major generator of community-owned clean energy.
The crowdfund target of £1,150,000 will enable BEC to repay previous loans and invest in new micro-renewable generation and storage schemes. These include a 100kW Tesla battery storage project at a new sustainable housing site.
This bond offer builds on the popularity of BEC’s energy schemes where surplus profits are reinvested into the community. BEC has a proven track record of funding and developing renewables, including raising the ambitious sum of £10m last year.
Find out more in Director Andy O'Brien's presentation detailing BEC's plans for the future.
Angie Jukes, Stockport MBC - Stockport Renewable Energy ExperiencesPAS_Team
Stockport Council in the UK has developed renewable energy policies and provides guidance to help developers implement renewable technologies in new developments. The policies require energy improvements in existing homes and new developments above certain thresholds. They also designate areas for district heating networks, microgeneration, and community-owned wind. Implementing the policies proved challenging initially due to lack of expertise, but over time developers and members gained more support. Renewable installations in the area have increased, though energy remains a lower priority than other planning issues. Lessons learned include the need for validation checklists, viability guidance, training, and pre-application discussions.
The Climate Trust is a non-profit carbon management firm that has managed over $20 million in carbon funding for projects in ten sectors across nine states and two countries. It aims to accelerate innovative climate solutions by providing expertise, financing, and inspiration. To meet the goal of limiting global warming to 2 degrees C, global emissions need to be capped at 1,000 gigatons by 2100; however, half of that carbon budget has already been emitted by 2011. Aggressively implementing building codes and standards that meet 2030 efficiency targets can dramatically reduce emissions and transform the building sector into a solution for climate change.
Community Microgrids: The Path to Resilience and Sustainability (5/10/18)Clean Coalition
On May 10, 2018, the Clean Coalition’s Rosana Francescato and Matt Renner presented on Community Microgrids in Oakland, CA. This event was produced in partnership with the Local Clean Energy Alliance.
NUS Industry Roundtable Presentation - Engie transformation by Caroline GuyotJohn Phillip
International energy company ENGIE is addressing global energy challenges through renewable energy solutions. Over 1 billion people lack access to energy. ENGIE aims to fuel this need sustainably through decentralized renewable projects. Megatrends like urbanization and climate change also drive the need for low-carbon energy. ENGIE operates power generation, infrastructure, and customer solutions in over 70 countries. It invests in innovation through new ventures funds and startup studios to create opportunities in distributed energy, smart cities, and other emerging domains.
The document summarizes the benefits of LED lighting and Philips' commitment to carbon neutrality. Key points include:
- Philips is committed to carbon neutral global operations by 2020 through energy efficiency, renewable energy use, and carbon offsets. They have already reduced their carbon footprint 41% since 2007.
- Accelerating the renovation of existing lighting and adoption of efficient LED technologies worldwide could yield annual energy savings of €272 billion, reduce carbon emissions by 1400 million tons, and save the equivalent of 1250 power plants by 2030.
- Philips is working on projects and partnerships around the world to promote efficient lighting, including a project in Madrid replacing all street lights with LED that achieves 50
The document discusses carbon footprinting analysis for renewable energy solutions in India. It presents research on the carbon footprints of rural and urban areas in India. The study found that urban carbon footprints were higher than rural areas due to factors like transportation, construction, and fossil fuel usage. It recommends policies like promoting solar roof tops, private renewable energy grids, selling excess renewable energy, and energy storage to reduce carbon footprints as part of developing smart and sustainable cities. The document calls for global policy cooperation on energy issues to tackle climate change.
1) Anesco provides utility-scale and domestic energy storage solutions. They were founded in 2010 and are a top clean tech company.
2) For domestic storage, Anesco focuses on optimizing the value of storage installations through active energy tariff switching, maximizing the use of on-site solar and EVs/heat pumps. This creates a "virtuous circle" of benefits.
3) Decarbonizing domestic heat is important as it accounts for over 20% of UK emissions, and improving housing efficiency can significantly reduce emissions. Anesco aims to give homeowners solutions to reduce their carbon footprint.
Innovations in Sustainable Design and Construction for London's Future.pdfBuilders London
London has an opportunity to lead on sustainable architecture and reduce emissions through innovative design. Transitioning to green buildings presents challenges like retrofitting older structures and balancing priorities. Key solutions include modular construction, biophilic design, timber, and renewable energy sharing. Stricter codes, incentives, retrofit mandates, R&D funding, and workforce training can accelerate progress. Leading London firms like Foster + Partners, Hawkins\Brown, Waugh Thistleton Architects, and Turner & Townsend are showcasing next generation sustainable building designs.
This presentation discusses Leeds City Council's efforts to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs through sustainable energy projects. It provides background on Leeds and the council, and explains how the council is using its large property portfolio to implement city-wide smart energy initiatives. Examples of current projects are described, such as generating renewable energy, utilizing local resources, and creating an integrated low-carbon energy system. Open data is highlighted as a way to drive innovation and engage the public in reducing energy consumption. The goals are to cut carbon emissions, save money, improve energy security, and support local economic and social benefits.
Similar to Mike Underhill Chief Executive, Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority (EECA) - speaking at Seismics and the City 2014 (20)
Dr Laurie Johnson, Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research Centre, USASmartNet
Seismics and the City, 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
The Trajectory of post disaster recovery and regeneration
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Prof David Johnston, Senior Scientist, GNSSmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
The trajectory of post disaster recovery and regeneration
The social dimension - A consideration of social regeneration and what that means for Canterbury moving forward plus current recovery trajectories and ways of measuring progress.
Hon. Nicky Wagner, Associate Minister for Canterbury Earthquake RecoverySmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
A City on the Move: Collaboration and Regeneration
Looking Back: Remembering and Learning
Looking Forward: Visioning and Building
Hon. Lianne Dalziel. Mayor of ChristchurchSmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
A City on the Move: Collaboration and Regeneration
Looking Back: Remembering and Learning
Looking Forward: Visioning and Building
Hugh Cowan, GM of Reinsurance, Research & Education, EQCSmartNet
Dr Hugh Cowan looks back at major natural disasters in New Zealand's history, including the 1953 Tangiwai Rail Disaster, the 1931 Napier Earthquake, and the 1886 Tarawera Eruption. He examines approaches to managing risk from natural hazards, including avoiding exposure, controlling impact, transferring or pooling risk, and accepting risk. Key questions are considered around the likelihood and impact of events, the types of investments that should be made, when costs should be paid, how much risk is tolerable, and how much should be managed before and after events occur.
This document summarizes the key findings and recommendations of the "Let's Find & Fix" collaboration. It found that collaborating organizations achieved more together than individually, through speedier decision-making, flexible problem-solving, and access to collective expertise. Key recommendations include having a shared goal, a trusted lead organization, the right team, building stakeholder capabilities, shared accountability, established processes, and a pragmatic approach.
Prof. Chris Kissling, Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Tran...SmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
Transport Roles in helping shape Canterbury's Post Earthquakes Future
The necessity for embracing integrated transportation solutions to meet emerging societal needs.
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
Knowledge Sharing: Understanding more about the evolving shape of Greater Christchurch.
Grant Wilkinson, Senior Engineer, Ruamoko SolutionsSmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016 - Shaping Canterbury's Future Now
Engineering regeneration, collaboration and innovation
Applying some seismic lessons learnt to saving several heritage gems and collaborating on the Christchurch Art Gallery Base Isolation retrofit project.
Hugh Cowan, GM, Reinsurance, Research & Education, EQCSmartNet
Seismics and the City 18 March 2016
Working Together Strengthens Understanding
How EQC led a collaborative research project in Canterbury that involved diverse stakeholders from government, council officials and insurers to homeowners, and why collaboration means that Canterbury's geotechnical data is now helping to inform research locally, nationally and around the world.
Haydn Read, Programme Director, Smart City Coalition, LINZSmartNet
This document discusses smart city and safe city initiatives in New Zealand cities. It describes several smart city projects underway in Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland focused on asset management, transportation monitoring, and flexible sensor platforms. The document outlines a vision for an integrated interdisciplinary asset management model across the public sector in New Zealand that uses common data standards and shares information and analytics capabilities to plan infrastructure renewal and monitor asset utilization. It argues that undiscovered opportunities exist for wider collaboration across the public sector to build New Zealand's capabilities and realize the vision of a smart nation.
Miranda Satterthwaite, STEM Coordinator, CPIT and EVolocity Project Team Mem...SmartNet
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
EVolocity: An electrifying vehicle for young talent and innovation
Tobias Smith , GM, Prestressed Timber Ltd - Speaking at Seismics and the City...SmartNet
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
Seismically Smart Buildings: Learning from the past, setting the standard for the future.
HR Director for Vodafone NZ, and the Chair of the Vodafone NZ Foundation SmartNet
Speaking at Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
Total Communications: Visiting the Future Now - Innovative mobile solutions and integrated next generation networks which will deliver the reliability, mobility and security that post-quake Christchurch needs.
This will enable a complete change in the way we work and connect. Vodafone is focused on delivering the future of communications and on creating a culture that enables better ways of working.
Gilian Wess, Founder/Director, Enrich - Arts & Business - Speaking at Seismic...SmartNet
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
The Arts in Business: How collaborations between the creative industries and business sector are defining the rebuild.
Seismics and the City – Creating a Greater Christchurch – Envisioning. Engaging. Energising was held on 27th March 2015, Christchurch.
Earthquake Recovery Programme for the Natural Environment
This interactive workshop discussed the development and implementation of the earthquake recovery programme for the natural environment (NERP).
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In today's work environment, staying organized and productive can be a daunting challenge. With multiple tasks, projects, and tools to juggle, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and lose focus. Fortunately, liftOS offers a comprehensive solution to streamline your workflow and boost your productivity. This innovative platform brings together all your essential tools, files, and tasks into a single, centralized workspace, allowing you to work smarter and more efficiently.
m249-saw PMI To familiarize the soldier with the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon ...LinghuaKong2
M249 Saw marksman PMIThe Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW), or 5.56mm M249 is an individually portable, gas operated, magazine or disintegrating metallic link-belt fed, light machine gun with fixed headspace and quick change barrel feature. The M249 engages point targets out to 800 meters, firing the improved NATO standard 5.56mm cartridge.The SAW forms the basis of firepower for the fire team. The gunner has the option of using 30-round M16 magazines or linked ammunition from pre-loaded 200-round plastic magazines. The gunner's basic load is 600 rounds of linked ammunition.The SAW was developed through an initially Army-led research and development effort and eventually a Joint NDO program in the late 1970s/early 1980s to restore sustained and accurate automatic weapons fire to the fire team and squad. When actually fielded in the mid-1980s, the SAW was issued as a one-for-one replacement for the designated "automatic rifle" (M16A1) in the Fire Team. In this regard, the SAW filled the void created by the retirement of the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) during the 1950s because interim automatic weapons (e.g. M-14E2/M16A1) had failed as viable "base of fire" weapons.
Early in the SAW's fielding, the Army identified the need for a Product Improvement Program (PIP) to enhance the weapon. This effort resulted in a "PIP kit" which modifies the barrel, handguard, stock, pistol grip, buffer, and sights.
The M249 machine gun is an ideal complementary weapon system for the infantry squad platoon. It is light enough to be carried and operated by one man, and can be fired from the hip in an assault, even when loaded with a 200-round ammunition box. The barrel change facility ensures that it can continue to fire for long periods. The US Army has conducted strenuous trials on the M249 MG, showing that this weapon has a reliability factor that is well above that of most other small arms weapon systems. Today, the US Army and Marine Corps utilize the license-produced M249 SAW.
Designing and Sustaining Large-Scale Value-Centered Agile Ecosystems (powered...Alexey Krivitsky
Is Agile dead? It depends on what you mean by 'Agile'. If you mean that the organizations are not getting the promised benefits because they were focusing too much on the team-level agile "ways of working" instead of systemic global improvements -- then we are in agreement. It is a misunderstanding of Agility that led us down a dead-end. At Org Topologies, we see bright sparks -- the signs of the 'second wave of Agile' as we call it. The emphasis is shifting towards both in-team and inter-team collaboration. Away from false dichotomies. Both: team autonomy and shared broad product ownership are required to sustain true result-oriented organizational agility. Org Topologies is a package offering a visual language plus thinking tools required to communicate org development direction and can be used to help design and then sustain org change aiming at higher organizational archetypes.
From Concept to reality : Implementing Lean Managements DMAIC Methodology for...Rokibul Hasan
The Ready-Made Garments (RMG) industry in Bangladesh is a cornerstone of the economy, but increasing costs and stagnant productivity pose significant challenges to profitability. This study explores the implementation of Lean Management in the Sampling Section of RMG factories to enhance productivity. Drawing from a comprehensive literature review, theoretical framework, and action research methodology, the study identifies key areas for improvement and proposes solutions.
Through the DMAIC approach (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), the research identifies low productivity as the primary problem in the Sampling Section, with a PPH (Productivity per head) of only 4.0. Using Lean Management techniques such as 5S, Standardized work, PDCA/Kaizen, KANBAN, and Quick Changeover, the study addresses issues such as pre and post Quick Changeover (QCO) time, improper line balancing, and sudden plan changes.
The research employs regression analysis to test hypotheses, revealing a significant correlation between reducing QCO time and increasing productivity. With a regression equation of Y = -0.000501X + 6.72 and an R-squared value of 0.98, the study demonstrates a strong relationship between the independent variables (QCO downtime and improper line balancing downtime) and the dependent variable (productivity per head).
The findings suggest that by implementing Lean Management practices and addressing key productivity inhibitors, RMG factories can achieve substantial improvements in efficiency and profitability. The study provides valuable insights for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers seeking to enhance productivity in the RMG industry and similar manufacturing sectors.
This presentation, "The Morale Killers: 9 Ways Managers Unintentionally Demotivate Employees (and How to Fix It)," is a deep dive into the critical factors that can negatively impact employee morale and engagement. Based on extensive research and real-world experiences, this presentation reveals the nine most common mistakes managers make, often without even realizing it.
The presentation begins by highlighting the alarming statistic that 70% of employees report feeling disengaged at work, underscoring the urgency of addressing this issue. It then delves into each of the nine "morale killers," providing clear explanations and illustrative examples.
1. Ignoring Achievements: The presentation emphasizes the importance of recognizing and rewarding employees' efforts, tailored to their individual preferences.
2. Bad Hiring/Promotions & Broken Promises: It reveals the detrimental effects of poor hiring and promotion decisions, along with the erosion of trust that results from broken promises.
3. Treating Everyone Equally & Tolerating Poor Performance: This section stresses the need for fair treatment while acknowledging that employees have different needs. It also emphasizes the importance of addressing poor performance promptly.
4. Stifling Growth & Lack of Interest: The presentation highlights the importance of providing opportunities for learning and growth, as well as showing genuine care for employees' well-being.
5. Unclear Communication & Micromanaging: It exposes the frustration and resentment caused by vague expectations and excessive control, advocating for clear communication and employee empowerment.
The presentation then shifts its focus to the power of recognition and empowerment, highlighting how a culture of appreciation can fuel engagement and motivation. It provides actionable takeaways for managers, emphasizing the need to stop demotivating behaviors and start actively fostering a positive workplace culture.
The presentation concludes with a strong call to action, encouraging viewers to explore the accompanying blog post, "9 Proven Ways to Crush Employee Morale (and How to Avoid Them)," for a more in-depth analysis and practical solutions.
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Role of social Media in Disaster Management;
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Many companies have perceived CRM that accompanied by numerous
uncoordinated initiatives as a technological solution for problems in
individual areas. However, CRM should be considered as a strategy when
a company decides to implement it due to its humanitarian, technological
and process-related effects (Mendoza et al., 2007, p. 913). CRM is
evolving today as it should be seen as a strategy for maintaining a longterm relationship with customers.
A CRM business strategy includes the internet with the marketing,
sales, operations, customer services, human resources, R&D, finance, and
information technology departments to achieve the company’s purpose and
maximize the profitability of customer interactions (Chen and Popovich,
2003, p. 673).
After Corona Virus Disease-2019/Covid-19 (Coronavirus) first
appeared in Wuhan, China towards the end of 2019, its effects began to
be felt clearly all over the world. If the Coronavirus crisis is not managed
properly in business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer
(B2C) sectors, it can have serious negative consequences. In this crisis,
companies can typically face significant losses in their sales performance,
existing customers and customer satisfaction, interruptions in operations
and accordingly bankruptcy
Neal Elbaum Shares Top 5 Trends Shaping the Logistics Industry in 2024Neal Elbaum
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2. Coming ready or not – rebuild is happening
(1)Energy efficient building design will have
long term impact
over 80 years - the life of the building
(2) Aspiration - sustainable energy city will
have fundamental long term changes.
We must do (1) …
ARE WE UP FOR DOING (2)??
Two Christchurch Challenges
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3. In conjunction with CAFE, a successful design advice service has been offered:
• 130 applications, 580,000 square metre of floor area
• 50% new office space
• Savings average $8.50 per square metre per annum
• 60-70% intend to implement
Costs
• Typically less than $3 per square metre in a $4000 per square metre building
• Locks in gains over life of building
Barriers
• If owner does not ask, developers are not offering.
Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings
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4. • Wall and ceiling insulation currently offered
• Glazing, space heating, and air tightness - major opportunities
• A mass market Build Back Smarter being developed
• Multiparty approach needed to get this off the ground
• Policy and encouragement for low emission woodburners needs to be
addressed
• Normally minimal incremental cost
• Innovative loan funding, or targeted rates, to reduce any capital barrier.
Energy Efficient Homes
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5. • Existing NZ homes very inefficient
• One square metre hole
• Cold damp draughty homes equals unhealthy homes
• Benefits
– Health
– Well being
– Less school and work absenteeism
• Insulation and warmth in top 3 pre-purchase questions
Why Do It
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8. • Goes well beyond simple energy efficiency
• Sustainability in energy, water, waste & air quality
• Low carbon is critical
• Transport is an important part of the mix
• A district energy scheme could provide visible leadership
• Strong civic leadership in rebuild
• Cities embracing these principles are attracting international young people
who value quality lifestyle and often are entrepreneurial and creative.
• Becomes point of differentiation
Aspirational sustainable city
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10. • Technology washing over all energy devices
• LEDs – no maintenance streetlights
• Renewables – low emission wood burners
– Ultimately PVs on every roof
• Transport- Electric vehicles,
– Renewable diesel
– Efficient vehicles
– Biking & public transport
• Thermal envelope design – solar gain, heat recovery
• Behaviour change – technology can help
Where’s The Innovation
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11. • Already electricity 75% renewable
• Flat city perfect for evs and bikes and walking
• Efficient heating and low emission wood burners virtually eliminate
carbon & particulates
• Rebuild provides unique opportunity to capture sustainability
• Pvs will become economic
• Leadership is needed
– Make the commitment
– Develop Christchurch sustainable energy city charter
– Establish a small Sustainable Energy City team to provide info
and push
Christchurch Can Do This
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12. Now is the time to set the type of city that
our grandchildren and great grandchildren
will inherit ….and be proud of
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13. • Ask the community what their sustainable energy vision for Christchurch
would be
• Make the commitment
• Develop a Christchurch Sustainable Energy City Charter
• Fund and establish a Sustainable Energy City team
• Implement an action plan of priority projects
What Next?
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14. • A more prosperous, competitive and resilient economy – that retains and builds
wealth in the region.
• Warmer, drier and more energy efficient homes - meaning healthier and happier
citizens.
• Reducing transport energy greenhouse gas emissions, less economic drain and
cleaner air
• Put Christchurch on the world map as a leader in urban energy systems and be
able to show how it was achieved whilst recovering from a disaster.
The world is looking for energy leadership and examples of getting it right.
The Benefits
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15. • We are making progress, but not transforming Christchurch into a Sustainable Energy City
– Commercial Buildings Tools & Advice
– District Energy
– Home Insulation Partnerships
– Build Back Smarter Pilot
– ‘Breathe’ Inner City Living Showcase
– Smarter Grid Study
Progress so Far
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16. • Efficiency could save us $2.4 billion of the $18 billion that we spend on energy
each year
• Poor quality housing stock and associated health costs
• Transport is our biggest area of energy use, biggest source of energy-related
carbon emissions, and people’s biggest energy cost.
• High carbon heat energy used in business and public facilities
• Foreign exchange risks - especially affecting fuel prices
• Energy affordability / fuel poverty
NZ Energy Issues
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17. • Widely upgrading the thermal performance of homes
• Minimising energy use in businesses and commercial buildings
• Ensuring public facilities are built to a good energy efficient standard to the
extent it’s economically efficient
• Developing efficient low-carbon transport systems –active, public and electric
• Developing efficient and renewably fuelled energy systems eg district energy
scheme
A World Leading Sustainable Energy City
would mean …
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18. • EU Energy Cities - Covenant of Mayors
– Christchurch is already a member and has committed to a Sustainable Energy Action
Plan (Sustainable Energy Strategy 2008-18)
• Bristol: 2015 EU Green Capital
– Doubling cycling every few years
– Domestic energy use reduced by 16% in 5 years
• Malmo: Goal to run city all on renewable energy by 2030
– Transforming from declining industrial city
• Vancouver: 2013 World Green Building Council Leadership Award
– Goal to be world’s greenest city by 2020
These cities are committed to sustainable energy.
Join other world leading energy cities
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Editor's Notes
After making the sustainable energy city pitch, some quick NZ context might still be appropriate to show where our biggest opportunities are: - homes - transport - carbon fuelled heat
Can’t escape the importance of really tackling transport in a sustainable energy city in NZ
Mike, you could delete this slide and just make these points when using the previous one
Mike, you could also delete this slide and just make these points when using the previous ones
Key point is that committing to the sustainable energy goal helps the community to start the journey. Chch has made a commitment, challenge is to build and deliver on that