Citizens Solar Case Studies - CitiSuns V 4 projects - 12.30.16Emma Kosciak
The Hunt Road Solar Project is a 6 MW solar installation located on a private landfill in Amesbury, MA. It was completed in December 2016 and produces over 8 million kWh of electricity annually, enough to power 800 homes. The project allows the unused landfill to generate energy, tax revenue, and jobs for the local community.
The document discusses the benefits of wind energy as a solution to climate change. It outlines that wind energy is competitive in cost, fast to ramp up, predictable in providing a stable revenue stream, clean with low emissions and water usage, and independent as it does not rely on finite resources. Vestas has established manufacturing facilities in Colorado to produce wind turbines domestically and aims to further reduce the cost of wind energy through initiatives to increase energy production while lowering capital and operating costs. The company also promotes wind energy adoption through its WindMade certification program.
The document discusses a 858kWp solar carport system installed at Garden City Mall in Nairobi, Kenya. The system includes 3,364 solar panels and provides shade for 454 parking spaces. It generates approximately 1,450 MWh of clean solar electricity annually and cuts carbon emissions by around 750 tonnes per year. The dual-mode system provides solar power during the day and switches to generators during outages to provide reliable power. Garden City Mall is the first mixed-use development in East Africa to receive LEED green building certification.
The document discusses renewable energy sources in India and whether they are a viable option. It notes that renewable sources currently cannot play a major role in India's power sector without high opportunity costs to consumers and the economy. While renewable energy grew due to concerns over fossil fuel depletion and pollution, the technologies are currently inefficient and uneconomical compared to coal. Significant government subsidies have been required to promote renewable energy in India. The document concludes that India's government spent money promoting renewables without considering statistics, and should instead focus on improving existing power supply through conventional sources using efficient technologies.
The Future Energy Jobs Act is fueling rapid growth of the solar industry in Illinois. We are adding 3,000 megawatts of solar power between 2018 and 2030. Cities can benefit by making their communities more solar friendly with solar friendly zoning, encouraging community solar and rooftop solar and helping their residents and business owners capture generous incentives (200 million dollars per year).
The Story of a Community Wind Project
Speaker: Judith Lipp, Executive Director, Toronto Renewable Energy Co-operative (TREC)
Part of the 2010 Community Power Finance Forum at MaRS:
http://www.marsdd.com/communitypower
The City of Elk River, Minnesota has designated itself as an "Energy City" since 1996 through its Municipal Environmental Initiative (MEI) program. The MEI promotes energy conservation and renewable energy technologies through demonstrations and education. It has implemented various renewable energy projects across the city including geothermal heat pumps, wind turbines, solar panels, and landfill gas capture. The city also hosts an annual energy expo to educate the public and has goals to reduce community-wide energy and resource usage through its Project Conserve initiative.
Citizens Solar Case Studies - CitiSuns V 4 projects - 12.30.16Emma Kosciak
The Hunt Road Solar Project is a 6 MW solar installation located on a private landfill in Amesbury, MA. It was completed in December 2016 and produces over 8 million kWh of electricity annually, enough to power 800 homes. The project allows the unused landfill to generate energy, tax revenue, and jobs for the local community.
The document discusses the benefits of wind energy as a solution to climate change. It outlines that wind energy is competitive in cost, fast to ramp up, predictable in providing a stable revenue stream, clean with low emissions and water usage, and independent as it does not rely on finite resources. Vestas has established manufacturing facilities in Colorado to produce wind turbines domestically and aims to further reduce the cost of wind energy through initiatives to increase energy production while lowering capital and operating costs. The company also promotes wind energy adoption through its WindMade certification program.
The document discusses a 858kWp solar carport system installed at Garden City Mall in Nairobi, Kenya. The system includes 3,364 solar panels and provides shade for 454 parking spaces. It generates approximately 1,450 MWh of clean solar electricity annually and cuts carbon emissions by around 750 tonnes per year. The dual-mode system provides solar power during the day and switches to generators during outages to provide reliable power. Garden City Mall is the first mixed-use development in East Africa to receive LEED green building certification.
The document discusses renewable energy sources in India and whether they are a viable option. It notes that renewable sources currently cannot play a major role in India's power sector without high opportunity costs to consumers and the economy. While renewable energy grew due to concerns over fossil fuel depletion and pollution, the technologies are currently inefficient and uneconomical compared to coal. Significant government subsidies have been required to promote renewable energy in India. The document concludes that India's government spent money promoting renewables without considering statistics, and should instead focus on improving existing power supply through conventional sources using efficient technologies.
The Future Energy Jobs Act is fueling rapid growth of the solar industry in Illinois. We are adding 3,000 megawatts of solar power between 2018 and 2030. Cities can benefit by making their communities more solar friendly with solar friendly zoning, encouraging community solar and rooftop solar and helping their residents and business owners capture generous incentives (200 million dollars per year).
The Story of a Community Wind Project
Speaker: Judith Lipp, Executive Director, Toronto Renewable Energy Co-operative (TREC)
Part of the 2010 Community Power Finance Forum at MaRS:
http://www.marsdd.com/communitypower
The City of Elk River, Minnesota has designated itself as an "Energy City" since 1996 through its Municipal Environmental Initiative (MEI) program. The MEI promotes energy conservation and renewable energy technologies through demonstrations and education. It has implemented various renewable energy projects across the city including geothermal heat pumps, wind turbines, solar panels, and landfill gas capture. The city also hosts an annual energy expo to educate the public and has goals to reduce community-wide energy and resource usage through its Project Conserve initiative.
Robin Nicholson Evening Lecture for the MEGS-KT projectAndrea Wheeler
This document discusses a presentation given on visions for a low energy future and the role of universities. It begins with an introduction from Robin Nicholson on his background and experiences. The presentation then discusses the need to reduce energy demand and improve the existing building stock. It highlights the speaker's work with universities on research and different approaches like DIY and collective action. The presentation emphasizes the need for simple, well-executed solutions and measurement of impacts.
This document discusses recommendations for Salt Lake City to regulate and incentivize solar energy development through zoning ordinances and financial incentives. It covers zoning regulations for accessory solar installations and solar farms, as well as incentive programs for residents and businesses, including rebates, financing options, and economic considerations. The recommendations aim to streamline the permitting process and make solar installations more affordable and widespread.
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
Montecito Community Microgrid Initiative Public MeetingClean Coalition
Craig Lewis, Executive Director for the Clean Coalition, presented at the Montecito Community Microgrid Initiative Public Meeting, which took place November 14, 2018 in Santa Barbara, CA.
Georgia Southeastern Solar Summit KeynoteBill Nussey
How Georgia Can Help Lead the Global Energy Transformation by Bill Nussey, presented at the 10th anniversary of the Southeastern Solar Summit in October 2018
A presentation by Guy Dauncey on four key issues for the BC provincial Election in May 2017:
The Housing Crisis
Climate and Energy
Jobs, New Economy
Money in Democracy
The document summarizes the Department of Energy's loan programs that support clean energy projects across technologies like solar, wind, biofuels and electric vehicles. It discusses over $35 billion in loans and commitments that have supported 33 projects representing over $55 billion in investments and 60,000 jobs. Specific projects highlighted include the world's largest solar thermal plant under construction in California, the largest photovoltaic plant in Arizona, and loans supporting Ford's retooling of factories to produce more fuel efficient vehicles.
The document discusses alternative energies and provides background information on several major energy companies - AES Corporation, Duke Energy, and Exelon Corporation. It includes sections on the companies' histories, management, marketing strategies, energy generation portfolios, litigation cases, and financial comparisons. The document advocates that Exelon Corporation has the most promising future due to its diversified energy portfolio, stable financials, and experienced management team.
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.
Renewable energy afesis corplan presentation 15 march 2011Invest Buffalo City
The document discusses renewable energy opportunities in South Africa's Eastern Cape province and East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ). It outlines various renewable technologies with potential in the region like wind, solar, biomass and hydro. Manufacturing opportunities for renewable energy components are also examined. Over 50 renewable energy projects are planned for the Eastern Cape, totaling over 8,000 MW of power. Current projects in the ELIDZ include a 30,000 unit solar water heater plant and 110 MW solar PV park. Renewables are positioned as a vehicle for significant job creation, with over 145,000 direct jobs estimated for South Africa. The ELIDZ is presented as the location for renewable energy players and manufacturers.
This document discusses the opportunity for renewable energy development through cooperatives in India. It notes that many rural Indians lack access to reliable and safe energy sources. Renewable energy, such as small hydro, solar, and wind, could provide decentralized power generation for rural communities. Cooperatives are well-positioned to take the lead in developing renewable energy projects due to their existing rural presence and membership of over 200 million Indians. However, challenges include the high upfront capital costs and need for technical expertise at the village level. With adequate support mechanisms for financing and project development, cooperatives could help bridge India's energy access gap and promote sustainable rural development through renewable energy.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day conference on local energy projects in Australia. Day one focuses on global trends, grid innovation projects, community energy projects, and discussions on microgrids and utility integration. Day two focuses on business models for community energy, financing options, and a workshop on challenges and priorities for community energy projects. The conference aims to address technical, commercial, and regulatory barriers to shifting towards a more decentralized energy system.
World Energy Council: Tracking Energy Transition Innovation- 2017Energy for One World
World Energy Council report- on innovation, year 2017
Views are by the Council, and not necessarily the views of the EFOW practice: how to drive change - and what deserves our time, organisation and investments.
Let’s invest in jobs with-long term payoff. Until we get a vaccine, there will be continuing unemployment in the jobs where people are close together: restaurants, theaters, sporting events, airplanes, and cruises. Grants for more energy efficient homes and industrial buildings would make jobs for local contractors. The resulting lower energy costs with lower carbon dioxide emissions would repay the cost several times over. This comes when science tells us there is no time for delay on dealing with climate change.
Joe Biden’s “build back better” will immediately invest in sustainable job creation, new industries, and re-invigorated regional economies.
To outcompete China, Americans could invent, commercialize and manufacture the new battery technology needed to store solar and wind energy and for electric vehicles. Businesses and job creators all across our country would supply the materials and parts.
Millions of construction workers are needed to build affordable housing and to rebuild our crumbling infrastructure, including aging nuclear reactors. These generate 20% of our electricity with no carbon dioxide emissions. Americans are developing advanced reactors that are smaller, safer, and more efficient at half today’s construction costs.
Ted Rollins and Campus Crest Communities, today announced a partnership with SolarCity, a national leader in clean energy products and services, to install more than 9,000 solar panels on its student housing communities located in Greeley, Colorado; Flagstaff, Arizona; and Las Cruces, New Mexico. When complete, the initiative will:
--Provide more than 2.3 million kilowatt-hours of renewable power annually
--Offset electricity consumption by approximately 50 percent
--Eliminate over 80 million pounds of annual carbon dioxide emissions, the equivalent of taking approximately 7,000 cars off the road for a year.
Public Service Commission OK Moves Grain Belt Project ForwardDouglas Healy
Douglas Healy is an accomplished Missouri attorney who has served as legal counsel for the Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission and advised the chairman of the Missouri Public Service Commission. Healy recently helped secure a legal win upholding the Public Service Commission's decision to grant a certificate of convenience and necessity to the Grain Belt Express Transmission Line, a 750-mile wind energy project connecting Kansas and Missouri.
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.
The document presents a project brief for the UAE Small Scale Solar Programme of Activities (PoA). The PoA aims to promote solar power development and diversify the UAE's energy mix through installing small-scale (less than 15MW) solar PV plants connected to the grid. As part of efforts to reduce dependence on oil and gas and lower carbon emissions, the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) is developing the PoA and will act as the Coordinating Managing Entity. The first project to be included is a solar PV project at Dubai International Humanitarian City. Dubai Carbon supports DEWA in registering the framework with the UNFCCC.
The document proposes a "Smart Solar Highway System" using solar panels that replace existing asphalt roads and generate electricity. Key points:
- Solar roads could meet growing energy demand and reduce pollution by generating power without fossil fuels or greenhouse gases.
- A solar highway would include photovoltaic cells underneath durable, translucent road panels and could power homes/industries via an intelligent power grid.
- Benefits include reduced accidents from LED lighting, lower costs over time compared to roads/power plants, and job creation. Challenges include high upfront costs but payback within 10 years without ongoing fuel costs. The system could provide 3 times current energy needs.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Robin Nicholson Evening Lecture for the MEGS-KT projectAndrea Wheeler
This document discusses a presentation given on visions for a low energy future and the role of universities. It begins with an introduction from Robin Nicholson on his background and experiences. The presentation then discusses the need to reduce energy demand and improve the existing building stock. It highlights the speaker's work with universities on research and different approaches like DIY and collective action. The presentation emphasizes the need for simple, well-executed solutions and measurement of impacts.
This document discusses recommendations for Salt Lake City to regulate and incentivize solar energy development through zoning ordinances and financial incentives. It covers zoning regulations for accessory solar installations and solar farms, as well as incentive programs for residents and businesses, including rebates, financing options, and economic considerations. The recommendations aim to streamline the permitting process and make solar installations more affordable and widespread.
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
Montecito Community Microgrid Initiative Public MeetingClean Coalition
Craig Lewis, Executive Director for the Clean Coalition, presented at the Montecito Community Microgrid Initiative Public Meeting, which took place November 14, 2018 in Santa Barbara, CA.
Georgia Southeastern Solar Summit KeynoteBill Nussey
How Georgia Can Help Lead the Global Energy Transformation by Bill Nussey, presented at the 10th anniversary of the Southeastern Solar Summit in October 2018
A presentation by Guy Dauncey on four key issues for the BC provincial Election in May 2017:
The Housing Crisis
Climate and Energy
Jobs, New Economy
Money in Democracy
The document summarizes the Department of Energy's loan programs that support clean energy projects across technologies like solar, wind, biofuels and electric vehicles. It discusses over $35 billion in loans and commitments that have supported 33 projects representing over $55 billion in investments and 60,000 jobs. Specific projects highlighted include the world's largest solar thermal plant under construction in California, the largest photovoltaic plant in Arizona, and loans supporting Ford's retooling of factories to produce more fuel efficient vehicles.
The document discusses alternative energies and provides background information on several major energy companies - AES Corporation, Duke Energy, and Exelon Corporation. It includes sections on the companies' histories, management, marketing strategies, energy generation portfolios, litigation cases, and financial comparisons. The document advocates that Exelon Corporation has the most promising future due to its diversified energy portfolio, stable financials, and experienced management team.
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.
Renewable energy afesis corplan presentation 15 march 2011Invest Buffalo City
The document discusses renewable energy opportunities in South Africa's Eastern Cape province and East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ). It outlines various renewable technologies with potential in the region like wind, solar, biomass and hydro. Manufacturing opportunities for renewable energy components are also examined. Over 50 renewable energy projects are planned for the Eastern Cape, totaling over 8,000 MW of power. Current projects in the ELIDZ include a 30,000 unit solar water heater plant and 110 MW solar PV park. Renewables are positioned as a vehicle for significant job creation, with over 145,000 direct jobs estimated for South Africa. The ELIDZ is presented as the location for renewable energy players and manufacturers.
This document discusses the opportunity for renewable energy development through cooperatives in India. It notes that many rural Indians lack access to reliable and safe energy sources. Renewable energy, such as small hydro, solar, and wind, could provide decentralized power generation for rural communities. Cooperatives are well-positioned to take the lead in developing renewable energy projects due to their existing rural presence and membership of over 200 million Indians. However, challenges include the high upfront capital costs and need for technical expertise at the village level. With adequate support mechanisms for financing and project development, cooperatives could help bridge India's energy access gap and promote sustainable rural development through renewable energy.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day conference on local energy projects in Australia. Day one focuses on global trends, grid innovation projects, community energy projects, and discussions on microgrids and utility integration. Day two focuses on business models for community energy, financing options, and a workshop on challenges and priorities for community energy projects. The conference aims to address technical, commercial, and regulatory barriers to shifting towards a more decentralized energy system.
World Energy Council: Tracking Energy Transition Innovation- 2017Energy for One World
World Energy Council report- on innovation, year 2017
Views are by the Council, and not necessarily the views of the EFOW practice: how to drive change - and what deserves our time, organisation and investments.
Let’s invest in jobs with-long term payoff. Until we get a vaccine, there will be continuing unemployment in the jobs where people are close together: restaurants, theaters, sporting events, airplanes, and cruises. Grants for more energy efficient homes and industrial buildings would make jobs for local contractors. The resulting lower energy costs with lower carbon dioxide emissions would repay the cost several times over. This comes when science tells us there is no time for delay on dealing with climate change.
Joe Biden’s “build back better” will immediately invest in sustainable job creation, new industries, and re-invigorated regional economies.
To outcompete China, Americans could invent, commercialize and manufacture the new battery technology needed to store solar and wind energy and for electric vehicles. Businesses and job creators all across our country would supply the materials and parts.
Millions of construction workers are needed to build affordable housing and to rebuild our crumbling infrastructure, including aging nuclear reactors. These generate 20% of our electricity with no carbon dioxide emissions. Americans are developing advanced reactors that are smaller, safer, and more efficient at half today’s construction costs.
Ted Rollins and Campus Crest Communities, today announced a partnership with SolarCity, a national leader in clean energy products and services, to install more than 9,000 solar panels on its student housing communities located in Greeley, Colorado; Flagstaff, Arizona; and Las Cruces, New Mexico. When complete, the initiative will:
--Provide more than 2.3 million kilowatt-hours of renewable power annually
--Offset electricity consumption by approximately 50 percent
--Eliminate over 80 million pounds of annual carbon dioxide emissions, the equivalent of taking approximately 7,000 cars off the road for a year.
Public Service Commission OK Moves Grain Belt Project ForwardDouglas Healy
Douglas Healy is an accomplished Missouri attorney who has served as legal counsel for the Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission and advised the chairman of the Missouri Public Service Commission. Healy recently helped secure a legal win upholding the Public Service Commission's decision to grant a certificate of convenience and necessity to the Grain Belt Express Transmission Line, a 750-mile wind energy project connecting Kansas and Missouri.
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.
The document presents a project brief for the UAE Small Scale Solar Programme of Activities (PoA). The PoA aims to promote solar power development and diversify the UAE's energy mix through installing small-scale (less than 15MW) solar PV plants connected to the grid. As part of efforts to reduce dependence on oil and gas and lower carbon emissions, the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) is developing the PoA and will act as the Coordinating Managing Entity. The first project to be included is a solar PV project at Dubai International Humanitarian City. Dubai Carbon supports DEWA in registering the framework with the UNFCCC.
The document proposes a "Smart Solar Highway System" using solar panels that replace existing asphalt roads and generate electricity. Key points:
- Solar roads could meet growing energy demand and reduce pollution by generating power without fossil fuels or greenhouse gases.
- A solar highway would include photovoltaic cells underneath durable, translucent road panels and could power homes/industries via an intelligent power grid.
- Benefits include reduced accidents from LED lighting, lower costs over time compared to roads/power plants, and job creation. Challenges include high upfront costs but payback within 10 years without ongoing fuel costs. The system could provide 3 times current energy needs.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
The document discusses solar roadways, which are roads paved with solar panels that can generate electricity. It describes the concept of replacing traditional asphalt roads and parking lots with structured solar panels. Each panel has three layers - a top translucent road surface, a middle electronics layer to control lighting and power distribution, and a bottom base plate to transmit power. The document estimates that covering the roads and parking lots at VIT Chennai Campus with solar panels could generate over 6.5 GWh of electricity annually, offsetting the campus's energy needs. It also discusses challenges like high upfront costs, durability questions, and variability of sunlight, as well as benefits like job creation and reduced environmental impact.
IRJET- Solar Roadways: A Significant Infrastructural ReformIRJET Journal
The document discusses solar roadways, which are solar panels designed to replace conventional asphalt roads. Solar roadways would generate renewable energy through solar power, helping to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. They are more durable than traditional roads and could pay for themselves over time by producing excess electricity for the grid. Implementing solar roadways on a major Indian highway could power the daily needs of an entire state and reduce air pollution by eliminating the need for certain power plants. However, the initial higher costs of solar roadways is a major disadvantage that could prevent adoption in less developed areas.
Feasibility and Efficiency of Renewable Energy Habitat Nilam Shah
This document provides an overview of renewable energy sources and applications in India. It discusses the current energy landscape and generation capacity in India. It then examines perceptions around the feasibility and returns of investing in different asset classes like real estate, stocks, and bonds compared to renewable energy. The document outlines applications of renewable energy with breakout potential, including solar water pumps, solar rooftops, solar microgrids, and installing solar panels on wastelands. It provides economic case studies for each of these applications and discusses challenges around shifting perceptions and policies to promote renewable energy adoption.
The need for expanded nuclear energy is urgent. Global energy demand is expected to grow by at least 50% by 2035, with electric demand in the developing world expected to triple.
Presently, more than one billion people completely lack electricity access and billions more consume one tenth or less of the electricity per capita consumed in the OECD. Much of that supply is intermittent.
At the same time, 81% of the world’s energy, and two thirds of the world’s electricity, is derived from fossil fuels, while emissions from fossil fuel combustion are a major factor driving global climate change.
Connected and Sustainable Energy WhitepaperShane Mitchell
Cities around the world are realizing that energy consumed by buildings and homes is the leading cause of global-warming emissions. This paper presents an overview of emerging solutions for city leaders to reduce electricity consumption, produce greener energy with lower carbon emissions, and improve the reliability of the electric grid.
This document discusses various alternative energy sources that can help reduce carbon emissions, including solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, biomass and hydrogen power. It provides details on how these different technologies work to generate electricity and explains their benefits in addressing climate change over carbon-based fuels. The document also notes that continued development is needed for alternative energies to meet more of the world's growing energy demands.
This document describes a proposed hybrid road-rail power generation system that utilizes solar panels, vertical axis wind turbines, and piezoelectric pavement to generate renewable energy from transportation infrastructure without occupying additional land. The system is designed to be installed on highways, expressways, railways, and state roads to harness solar energy, wind energy from passing vehicles, and kinetic energy from vehicle movement to power on-road charging stations for electric vehicles. Calculations are provided estimating the electricity generation potential of a 1 km section of various road types.
Piezoelectric roads can harvest wasted vibrational energy from passing vehicles and convert it to electricity. They are constructed by embedding piezoelectric generators under asphalt roads. When vehicles pass over, the generators produce electricity from road vibrations. This "green" technology could help meet India's increasing electricity demand and electrify remote areas at low cost. A single lane kilometer of piezoelectric road could generate 44,000 kWh per year, offsetting construction costs within 4 years for large road projects. While maintenance is slightly more complex, piezoelectric roads have proven successful elsewhere and should be adopted in India to boost sustainable development.
Learn about CTC Global and ACCC ConductorDave Bryant
CTC Global has developed an innovative Aluminum Conductor Composite Core (ACCC) cable to improve the efficiency, capacity, reliability and resilience of power grids. The ACCC cable uses a lightweight carbon fiber core that reduces line losses by 25-40% and allows 28% more conductive aluminum. This improves energy access globally while lowering costs and reducing CO2 emissions. CTC Global's ACCC cable has also proven more durable in extreme weather, helping to improve grid resilience.
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The document discusses strategies for reducing electricity usage through increased energy efficiency, with a focus on lighting and appliances. It states that shifting to CFLs and LEDs for lighting could cut worldwide electricity usage for lighting from 19% to 7%, saving enough electricity to avoid building 705 new coal-fired power plants. Similarly, it asserts that efficiency gains in lighting and appliances alone could replace the need for all new coal plants projected to be built by 2020. The document outlines additional efficiency strategies for buildings, transportation systems, and other sectors.
Electricity demand in India exceeds supply, with 35% of the population lacking access. Piezoelectric roads could help by generating electricity from vehicle movement. Piezoelectric generators would be embedded in roads and convert vibrations into electricity. A multilayer structure is used, with generators between asphalt and concrete layers. Electricity is collected and stored for distribution. Piezoelectric roads could power remote areas while offsetting fossil fuel usage and reducing costs within a few years thanks to ongoing electricity generation. While maintenance is slightly more complex, the technology has proven successful elsewhere and should be adopted in India.
This document summarizes a seminar presentation on solar roadways as a future transportation system. It introduces solar roadways as a way to develop road surfaces with embedded solar panels to generate electricity. It then discusses how solar roadways work, including their multi-layer structure with a glass top layer, electronics layer below to absorb solar energy, and a base plate layer to distribute power. The document outlines advantages like reduced fossil fuel use, lane illumination, and potential to charge electric vehicles, as well as challenges around maintenance and high initial costs. It provides an example of a prototype solar parking lot constructed in the United States.
This document discusses solar roadways, which consist of solar panels embedded into roads, parking lots, and walkways to generate renewable energy. They have three layers - a surface layer made of durable, translucent materials with LEDs; an electronic layer with solar panels, microprocessors and sensors; and a bottom layer to distribute power. Solar roadways could power homes and charge electric vehicles. They provide benefits like reducing fossil fuel use, informing drivers, and keeping roads clear in winter. However, they also have high upfront costs compared to traditional asphalt roads. The document references several sources on the technical aspects and feasibility of solar roadway technology.
IRJET- A Review on Design and Fabrication of a Solar RoadwaysIRJET Journal
This document summarizes a review of the design and fabrication of solar roadways. Some key points:
- Solar roadways involve replacing traditional asphalt roads with structurally engineered solar panels that can be driven on and generate electricity.
- This renewable energy could replace the need for fossil fuels currently used for electricity generation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Additional benefits include an intelligent road infrastructure, self-healing power grid eliminating fossil fuel needs, traffic detection/messaging, illuminated roads, and wireless electric vehicle charging.
- The review discusses the components of solar roadway systems including solar panels, base layers, batteries, LEDs, transformers, controllers, and wireless charging capabilities.
Why The Microgrid Could Be The Answer To Our Energy Crisiskiakaha
The document discusses the potential of microgrids to accelerate renewable energy adoption. Microgrids involve distributed, small-scale renewable energy generation by individual homes and businesses rather than large, centralized power plants. They could deliver renewable energy faster and cheaper than current utility models. The microgrid model poses a threat to utilities' business model but companies like GE and IBM see its potential. Evidence shows that where small public incentives have been provided, like in Germany, consumer demand for microgrid technologies has been immense, demonstrating their ability to drive renewable energy growth at large scale.
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Slides used for the International Upcycling Research Network advisory board 4 (last one). The project is based at De Montfort University in Leicester, UK, and funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
Storytelling For The Web: Integrate Storytelling in your Design ProcessChiara Aliotta
In this slides I explain how I have used storytelling techniques to elevate websites and brands and create memorable user experiences. You can discover practical tips as I showcase the elements of good storytelling and its applied to some examples of diverse brands/projects..
Decormart Studio is widely recognized as one of the best interior designers in Bangalore, known for their exceptional design expertise and ability to create stunning, functional spaces. With a strong focus on client preferences and timely project delivery, Decormart Studio has built a solid reputation for their innovative and personalized approach to interior design.
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Coordinate and oversee all technical activities relating to architectural and construction projects,
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10. Duluth Energy Efficiency Program
2011 2013?2012
cuts the energy
affordability gap by1/3
REALITY . ENERGY AFFORDABILITY GAP
11. LINKS IN THE SYSTEM
AgingInfrastructure
EnergyAffordabilityGap
PopulationChanges
CarbonEmissionReductions
REALITIES
ASPIRATIONS
12. ASPIRATION . POPULATION CHANGE
2002
2020
2010
4%increase
86,238people
86,265
people
90,000
people
84,288people
2007
13. ASPIRATION . REDUCE CARBON EMISSIONS
Carbon Emissions
DULUTH
20%reduction by 2020
“The City of Duluth will need additional projects
and initiatives to meet future [CO emission]
goals.”
- 2008 Duluth Green House Gas Inventory Report
2
2,702,137tonCOe2
2,962,811
tonCOe2
15. The way that we can weave these realities and aspirations together and turn them into opportunities and rewards is through
piezoelectricity. Piezoelectric tiles can be placed underneath the top layer of asphalt on select parts of 35W in Duluth, which is
up for repaving in 2015. The top layer of the asphalt has visco-elasto-plastic qualities which make it flexible. The vehicles that
pass over the tiles create compression stress. The compression stress deflects vertically and releases mechanical energy. The
piezoelectric elements, in the form of tiles, captures the mechanical energy charges and converts them into electricity which can be
used immediately, stored, or sent back to the grid.
Because the piezoelectric tiles are underneath a layer of asphalt, the road can be maintained the same as it would be if there weren’t
any tiles. The road can be plowed and swept the same way, and the tiles themselves do not require any maintenance beyond
routine system checks. The life span of the tiles is approximately 30 years, and the installation of the tiles does not change the
characteristics or load reaction of the asphalt. This does not affect a car’s MPG.
There are currently five countries that we have found to have installed piezoelectric systems. Anything from a rail line in Israel, to tiles
in the train station in Tokyo, underneath portions of the Veneto-Trieste highway in Italy, to underneath dance floors in England and the
Netherlands. Well, why not Duluth? Installation of the piezo tiles underneath 35W would make Duluth the first city in the US and in
the western hemisphere to capitalize on this technology. This installation could not only put Duluth on the map, but directly affect the
mayor’s 90 by 20 goal.
We are proposing that piezo tiles be installed along the points of 35W that run through Duluth and are on the ground. This way,
integrity of overpasses and bridges will not be compromised and this will also allow more energy to be created by any snow or rain
that runs down the hillside and sits on the piezo tiles.
The cost of installation after grant money allocation would be approximately $1.8 million. This is what Duluth would be responsible
for. This is only 27.5% of what the total cost would be if it all ten miles of the road that runs through Duluth would be repaved. The
six miles of 35 that we are proposing to be lined with these tiles would produce over 22 million kilowatt hours in one year. That is 2
million more kwh than the city of Duluth operations buildings used in 2010.
As stated before, the energy produced from piezo materials can be used immediately, stored, or sent back to the grid. When being
sold back to the grid, the energy company pays the holder of the kilowatts mony in the form of feed in tariffs. Feed in tariffs provide
guaranteed grid access for the energy producer, long term contracts for the electricity produced and the purchase price is based
on the cost of generation. The current going rate for feed in tariffs is 8.734 cents per kilowatt hour. That means that the city of Duluth
could make $1.9 million on the energy produced in just one year.
16. An asphalt road has visco-elasto-
plastic qualities which make it flexible.
Compression stress from vehicles passing
over the asphalt causes it to deflect
vertically, releasing mechanical energy.
Piezoelectic tiles capture these charges
and convert them into electricity which can
be used immediately, stored, or sent back
into the grid.
Global energy grid
Surface layer of asphalt
Piezo tiles
Energy from piezo tiles
Road base
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
18. 0Reduction in Car Energy
Installation of the piezo tiles do not change
the characteristics or load reaction of the
asphalt, thus not affecting a car’s MPG.
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
19. 30Years of Life
Which just happens to be the same
lifespan of a road. Reinstall at the same
time that a road is repaved.
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
20. 0Affect from Weather
Because there is a layer of asphalt above the piezo
tiles, roads where they are installed can be plowed
and swept as usual. As snow and rain fall on the
road, the weight contributes to energy production.
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
21. Israel Japan
Italy
The Netherlands
England
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
5Countries
Are currently using this technology. It has
been installed in a roadway in Italy, a rail line in
Israel, and dance club floors in the UK and the
Netherlands.
22. DULUTH
1Duluth
Put Duluth on the map! Duluth could become the
first city in the US (and Western hemisphere) to
capitalize on this technology, which could directly
affect the 90 by 20 city population goal
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
23. 6Miles of 35W
6 miles of 35W have been chosen to be installed
with piezoelectric tiles. This is the amount of
highway that touches the ground. The integrity
of elevated sections (bridges) of 35W will not be
compromised.
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
24. DULUTH
GRANTS
INSTALL
$4,389,000M
$2,565,084M
$1,823,916M
to install 6 miles of piezo tiles
average grant money available
paid by Duluth
Cost of installation
After grant money has been taken into consider-
ation, Duluth would be responsible for this much of
the installation cost.
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
$1,823,916M
25. DULUTH
REPAVE
$6,615,638 cost to repave 10 miles of 35W in 2015
$1,823,916 paid by Duluth
27.5%Of the total cost of repaving
The additional amount it would cost to install
piezoelectric tiles is approximately 27.5% of the
total amount it costs to repave the same section of
highway.
OPPORTUNITY . PIEZOELECTRICITY
26. 22,580,641
kwhis estimated to be produced along the six miles of 35W
installed with piezo tiles in
1 year
Surface layer of asphalt
Piezo tiles
Energy from piezo tiles
Road base
REWARD. ENERGY PRODUCTION
Global energy grid
27. 1,817,630kwh
more kwh are produced by 35W in one year than city
operations used in 2010. That is equivalent to
8%
REWARD. ENERGY PRODUCTION
PRODUCED
CITY
22,580,641
20,763,011
kwh produced in one year by 35W
kwh of electricity used by Duluth city operations in 2010
28. Feed In Tariffs
8.734
centspaid back to the city of Duluth per
1 kwhof energy produced
REWARD. ENERGY PRODUCTION
Global energy grid
Surface layer of asphalt
Piezo tiles
Energy from piezo tiles
Road base
Provide guaranteed grid
access for energy producer.
Long term contracts for the
electricity produced.
Purchase prices based on
the cost of generation.
29. $1,972,193M
made in one year from 6 miles of 35W
REWARD. REVENUE
8.734 cents
per kwh
1,817,630kwh
produced per year
30. ThemoneymadefromthepiezotileinstallationwouldhelptoreduceDuluth’sresidentialcarbonfootprintandenergyuseasthepopulationisprojected
to increase. We propose that three funds are generated and each year would receive a specific amount of money from feed in tariffs.
The first fund would be controlled by the city and would be used to install piezotechnology on various other infrastructures, such as sea walls, interior
streets, and rail lines. The cycle of these installations could run parallel to other infrastructure projects happening in the city. For example, rail lines
around the new multi modal transit hub in downtown could be outfitted with the energy harnessing technology and any energy produced could either
be used to power the hub or the feed in tariffs could be used to help pay for the new hub.
The second fund would be used to provide money to retro fit homes so that they are more energy efficient. This fund would extend and expand the
currentDuluth’sEnergyEfficiencyProgram(DEEP)byofferingalarger“menu“ofitemsforresidentsupgradingtheirhomes. Thisprogramwouldcutthe
energy affordability gap in half.
31. Implementation Timeline
cuts the energy
affordability gap by 1/2
517k
tonCO e2
514k
tonCO e2
510k
tonCO e2
502k
tonCO e2
494k
tonCO e2
474k
tonCO e2 455k
tonCO e2
1.307B
kWh
1.306B
kWh
1.304B
kWh
1.300B
kWh
1.296B
kWh 1.287B
kWh 1.277B
kWh
87.3kpeople
88.1kpeople
88.5kpeople
89.2kpeople
90.0kpeople
90.7kpeople
91.5kpeople
2015 2016 2017 2019 2020 20252021 2023 20242022 2026 2028 20292027 2031201420132012 20302018
$5.9M$5.7M$3.4M$2.4M$1.9M
INFRASTRUCTURE.POWERINGDULUTH’SGOALS
DuluthResidential
CarbonEmissions
DuluthResidential
ElectricityUse
Duluth
Population
piezoinstallon Rail
tofundIndustry
piezoinstallon I-35
tofundNeighborhoods
piezoinstallon MesabaAve.
tofundInfrastructure
piezoinstallon LakeAve.
tofundInfrastructure
new RevenueStream
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NeighborhoodEnergyEfficiency
additional774tonCOereduction/year2
1.9MkWhreduction/year
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38%
38% neighborhood energy
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neighborhood
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city fund
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neighborhood
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92.2kpeople
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tofundInfrastructure
piezoinstallon LakeWalls
tofundEnvironment
piezoinstallon Rail
tofundIndustry
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city fund
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neighborhood
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25%
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city fund
11%
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neighborhood energy
efficiency
neighborhood
connections
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neighborhood
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neighborhood
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33. Neighborhood Fund
The third fund would be dedicated to neighborhoods and used
to upgrade infrastructure. The upgrades would incorporate
piezotechnology installations to produce energy and money
for the neighborhood. We started looking at five specific
neighborhoods within Duluth; all have comprehensive plans,
active communities, and common goals. These neighborhoods
are Morgan Park, West Duluth, Lincoln Park and the combined
Central and East Hillside communities. Morgan Park provided
us with an opportunitiy to show how this technology can mark
the future developments for the community. The technology
would be in the form of poles that bend in the wind or when
covered with snow, which create compression on piezotiles to
produce energy.
Former: US Steel site
Future: Piezo production site
Morgan Park
Master Plan
Entrances to Morgan Park
88th Avenue West: Business district
and former middle school as mixed
use development
Connections to Lake Superior. Recreation areas,
nature center, defunct rail lines turned to trails.
Heat Lamp
Lamp
Piezo Tiles
Poles bend with
wind, creating energy