According to the International Energy Agency’s World Energy Outlook 2011 by 2015 China will overtake the U.S., and become the leader in total electricity generation capacity. What’s more, by 2035 China will consume nearly 70% more energy than the United States… From phasing out incandescent light bulbs within five years to optimizing the country’s clean energy mix, what’s extraordinary about China’s electricity infrastructure is the speed and scale of its expansion. The solar, wind, coal, hydro, and related renewable technology and generation is galloping at a champions pace, surpassing the U.S. and rest of the world.
The document discusses solar power prospects. It notes that while solar power production is growing rapidly, it still accounts for less than 1% of U.S. electricity output. Solar is among the fastest growing renewable energy technologies but remains more expensive than conventional sources. The document explores when solar power may reach grid parity and be able to compete with other energy sources without subsidies.
Former Ambassador and head of the US delegation to the Kyoto Protocol negotiations, Stuart Eizentstat, Partner with law firm of Covington & Burling LLP, delivered the keynote address at the GW Solar Institute Symposium on April 19, 2010. View more info at: solar.gwu.edu/Symposium.html
1) The document discusses the generation of solar power in the US and the technological, economic, political, environmental, and social issues involved.
2) It describes how solar photovoltaic panels and solar thermal collectors work to harness energy from the sun and convert it to electrical or thermal energy.
3) While solar power provides a renewable source of energy, the high initial costs of solar panels have limited their widespread adoption in the US compared to fossil fuels, which remain the primary energy source due to being more cost effective currently.
Smart Power: the Future of Electric Utilities in the US and China, Peter Fox-...Beijing Energy Network
In the presentation Dr. Fox-Penner will be summarizing the key topics in his book, namely the shifts required in the US power grid to change from a centralized, vertically-integrated energy infrastructure to a more distributed generation infrastructure. He will cover the decarbonization of the US power sector as well as the impact of “smart grid” developments. Finally, he will contrast the US situation with that of China and talk about the impact of large amounts of renewables integration on the grid.
Cost implications analysis of grid supplied electricity and solar source of e...TELKOMNIKA JOURNAL
Energy is a key component in the overall growth of every nation. Insufficient energy delivery hinders political growth, restricts social growth, limits economic growth, and negatively affects the standard of living of citizens, bothin urban and rural areas. Sufficient energy delivery increases food production, improves the standards of living of citizens, improves healthcare and enhancements in other human services, enhances industrial output, provides effective and efficient transportation not forgetting adequate shelter to the citizens of the nation. Currently, there is a significant level of deficiency in Nigeria’s energy sector. This study seeks to address this issue by analysing cost implications of conventional energy source and solar energy source. This study brings to focus the payback period of a solar powered home and the return on investment that might accrue during this time to the residential home owners. Furthermore, the best cost-effective load sharing option for residential owners considering two energy sources is also obtained.
The document provides an overview of energy policy in Minnesota. It discusses Minnesota's reliance on imported fossil fuels for electricity generation and the costs associated with this. It outlines Minnesota's energy policy foundation, including the Next Generation Energy Act which set renewable and energy efficiency targets. It also discusses progress made towards these goals through wind and energy efficiency. The future of federal policies like the production tax credit for wind are discussed as important for continued development of renewable energy in Minnesota.
The Coalition for Green Capital seeks to build a productive and sustainable clean energy economy by creating mechanisms to lower the cost of capital for clean energy projects. This will help address challenges like high upfront capital costs, low electricity demand growth in the US, and China's advantage of providing low-cost financing to its clean energy companies. The Coalition proposes establishing an Energy Investment Trust and Green Banks to provide long-term, low-cost financing similar to programs in China that have helped expand the clean energy market. Reducing financing costs could significantly lower the price of electricity from clean energy solutions.
Courtney Hanson Nuclear Economics-20120630MATRRorg
Nuclear Economics presentation by Courney Hanson of Georgia Women's Action for New Directions (Georgia WAND) at the KNOW NUKES Y'ALL SUMMIT on June 30, 2012.
The document discusses solar power prospects. It notes that while solar power production is growing rapidly, it still accounts for less than 1% of U.S. electricity output. Solar is among the fastest growing renewable energy technologies but remains more expensive than conventional sources. The document explores when solar power may reach grid parity and be able to compete with other energy sources without subsidies.
Former Ambassador and head of the US delegation to the Kyoto Protocol negotiations, Stuart Eizentstat, Partner with law firm of Covington & Burling LLP, delivered the keynote address at the GW Solar Institute Symposium on April 19, 2010. View more info at: solar.gwu.edu/Symposium.html
1) The document discusses the generation of solar power in the US and the technological, economic, political, environmental, and social issues involved.
2) It describes how solar photovoltaic panels and solar thermal collectors work to harness energy from the sun and convert it to electrical or thermal energy.
3) While solar power provides a renewable source of energy, the high initial costs of solar panels have limited their widespread adoption in the US compared to fossil fuels, which remain the primary energy source due to being more cost effective currently.
Smart Power: the Future of Electric Utilities in the US and China, Peter Fox-...Beijing Energy Network
In the presentation Dr. Fox-Penner will be summarizing the key topics in his book, namely the shifts required in the US power grid to change from a centralized, vertically-integrated energy infrastructure to a more distributed generation infrastructure. He will cover the decarbonization of the US power sector as well as the impact of “smart grid” developments. Finally, he will contrast the US situation with that of China and talk about the impact of large amounts of renewables integration on the grid.
Cost implications analysis of grid supplied electricity and solar source of e...TELKOMNIKA JOURNAL
Energy is a key component in the overall growth of every nation. Insufficient energy delivery hinders political growth, restricts social growth, limits economic growth, and negatively affects the standard of living of citizens, bothin urban and rural areas. Sufficient energy delivery increases food production, improves the standards of living of citizens, improves healthcare and enhancements in other human services, enhances industrial output, provides effective and efficient transportation not forgetting adequate shelter to the citizens of the nation. Currently, there is a significant level of deficiency in Nigeria’s energy sector. This study seeks to address this issue by analysing cost implications of conventional energy source and solar energy source. This study brings to focus the payback period of a solar powered home and the return on investment that might accrue during this time to the residential home owners. Furthermore, the best cost-effective load sharing option for residential owners considering two energy sources is also obtained.
The document provides an overview of energy policy in Minnesota. It discusses Minnesota's reliance on imported fossil fuels for electricity generation and the costs associated with this. It outlines Minnesota's energy policy foundation, including the Next Generation Energy Act which set renewable and energy efficiency targets. It also discusses progress made towards these goals through wind and energy efficiency. The future of federal policies like the production tax credit for wind are discussed as important for continued development of renewable energy in Minnesota.
The Coalition for Green Capital seeks to build a productive and sustainable clean energy economy by creating mechanisms to lower the cost of capital for clean energy projects. This will help address challenges like high upfront capital costs, low electricity demand growth in the US, and China's advantage of providing low-cost financing to its clean energy companies. The Coalition proposes establishing an Energy Investment Trust and Green Banks to provide long-term, low-cost financing similar to programs in China that have helped expand the clean energy market. Reducing financing costs could significantly lower the price of electricity from clean energy solutions.
Courtney Hanson Nuclear Economics-20120630MATRRorg
Nuclear Economics presentation by Courney Hanson of Georgia Women's Action for New Directions (Georgia WAND) at the KNOW NUKES Y'ALL SUMMIT on June 30, 2012.
The document summarizes opportunities in the US energy market, sources of financing, and services available to start operations. It discusses the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) which provides $98 billion for energy and environment projects, and clean energy programs funded by ARRA including renewable energy, efficiency, and smart grid projects. Services offered by Virginia to help startups include business formation assistance and L-1 visas.
This document summarizes Dan Bosley's presentation at the Massachusetts Sustainable Campuses & Communities Conference on March 17, 2017. Some of the key points include:
- The Northeast Clean Energy Council's mission is to create a clean energy hub in the Northeast that delivers economic, energy, and environmental solutions.
- All New England states are making progress on clean energy goals through legislation promoting renewables and climate policy.
- Solar and wind installations are growing significantly across the region. Costs for these technologies are declining as well.
- Key policy priorities for 2017 include increasing renewable portfolio standards, developing regional clean energy procurement, and addressing net metering policies and grid modernization.
Troy a. rule solar, wind and land conflicts in renewable energy development-...Ezequiel Soto
This document summarizes and analyzes land use issues that commonly arise in renewable energy development, with a focus on wind and solar energy projects. It describes conflicts between renewable energy projects and neighboring land uses, such as noise from wind turbines and shading of solar panels. The document also examines internal conflicts within renewable energy projects, such as wake interference between neighboring wind turbines. It analyzes different policy approaches to addressing these land use conflicts and argues that policies are needed to facilitate renewable energy growth while respecting property rights. The book provides guidance to renewable energy developers, landowners, and legal professionals on navigating the complex land use challenges of renewable energy projects.
Solar power technologies have been around for years but didn't achieve a high enough penetration rate in the mass markets for economies of scale, to be affordable.
Would that change in the next few years?
Gretzky and the Carbon Puck: fighting carbon and climate changeSteve Aplin
In the early days of 2008, the "smart" money in big time investing was on mortgage-baked derivatives. In small-time investing, the "smart" money was in Bernie Madoff's funds. When both those markets blew up later that year, people wondered how the smart money was so dumb -- especially given that there was plenty of prior warning about mortgage-backed derivatives and Madoff.
Today, the "smart" money in environmental investing is on renewable energy -- wind and solar. This though there is plenty of proof that wind and solar cannot reduce carbon pollution.
In this provocative presentation, energy and environment expert Steve Aplin explains why the "smart" environment money today is as dumb as the "smart" money in 2008.
Simon Reeve shares his predictions on the future energy mix, taking into consideration recent events such as Deepwater Horizon and Fukushima. Simon is joined by key energy professionals offering perspectives from different corners of the industry.
Simon is the Power Sector Director for the Lloyd's Register Group.
Peter Garforth: The Power of Energy Efficiency - Creating Globally Competitiv...MichiganLandUse
Peter Garforth, Principle of Garforth International LLC, gave this presentation titled: The Power of Energy Efficiency: Creating Globally Competitive Communities at the Energy Efficiency and Local Economic Opportunity Summit on June 14th, Traverse City, Michigan
This document provides an overview of solar energy development across the United States. It discusses NC WARN, a nonprofit organization working to transition Duke Energy in North Carolina from fossil fuels to clean energy. The document defines key solar energy terms and concepts. It also outlines the evolution of solar costs declining and capacity increasing nationwide, though regulatory challenges remain from utilities seeking to limit distributed generation.
The Energy Crisis of Nigeria An Overview and Implications for the FutureMichael Olafusi
The document provides an overview of Nigeria's energy crisis, which stems from structural problems across its energy system including hydropower, oil, natural gas, and its grid structure. The crisis is exacerbated by low governmental cooperation, public opposition to privatization efforts due to past negative experiences, and widespread use of unsafe fuelwood. To address this, Nigeria's 2003 energy policy aims to diversify energy sources and increase capacity from oil, natural gas, and renewables, while reducing dependence on fuelwood. However, progress has been limited due to social, political, and economic challenges.
This document discusses policy initiatives to improve residential energy efficiency in the United States. It argues that energy efficiency is the nation's "first fuel" as it represents the lowest cost carbon mitigation option and largest near-term resource. The document outlines several policy recommendations to tap into the potential of residential energy efficiency, including requiring home energy assessments at time of sale, expanding financing options for home energy upgrades, establishing utility energy efficiency portfolio standards, and improving federal tax incentives for energy efficient homes and buildings. The goal is to significantly reduce U.S. building energy use and carbon emissions by 2030 through these policy measures targeting both new and existing residential structures.
Japan faces electricity generation challenges after shutting down most of its nuclear power plants following the Fukushima disaster. A new government is establishing a new energy policy that will likely continue renewable energy feed-in tariffs but at lower prices. Pilot projects are testing eco-cities, microgrids, renewable energy, and electricity optimization, providing opportunities for Japanese and foreign companies to demonstrate technologies.
Renewable energy realities in the united states finalDeepa Sanyal
Renewable energy sources generated 11.73% of US energy in early 2011, projected to reach 15% by 2035 if federal subsidies expire as planned. In 2012, focus will shift to state policies like renewable portfolio standards as federal action is unlikely in an election year. Key federal incentives that support renewable projects expire in 2012-2016, so the industry outlook is cautious without extensions. Solar continues advancing towards grid parity while targeting new applications, and geothermal and biomass also see some growth potential depending on policy clarity.
The document provides an overview of the solar industry and advice for entering the solar business. It summarizes that the global solar market has grown significantly in recent years. It then provides tips on establishing validity and thought leadership to build a brand in the solar industry locally. This includes sharing industry knowledge, partnering with local businesses, and keeping marketing messages clear and consistent.
Energy Efficiency and Economic Recovery: Stimulus Funding OpportunitiesAlliance To Save Energy
February 2. 2009 -- Policy makers and others have come to understand the power of energy efficiency implementation as an economic development tool and stimulus. The result is likely billions in clean energy investments by the federal government that will be utilized by state and local governments, non-profit energy organizations, and others. In her presentation, Kateri focused on the efforts of the Alliance to Save Energy and others to grow energy efficiency implementation programs – buildings, products, and services – and deliver greater economic vitality to the nation.
Nextera Energy University of Southern California Investment CTimothy O'Brien
This past spring Zane Laws, Quinn Peebles and I competed in the University of Southern California Spring 2018 Investment Competition at USC in Los Angeles. We pitched a long position in NextEra Energy Inc, ticker NEE.
9/9 FRI 11:00 | Sustainable Economic Development - SebastianAPA Florida
Nilsa Zacarias
Brandon R. Schaad
Rebecca Grohall
Economic development and job creation are perennial issues for almost any community, but even more in this severe economic downturn. Recent economic conditions have affected most everyone in the public and private sector, and the City of Sebastianhas been no exception. This presentation will focus on the City of Sebastian’s efforts to strengthen their economy by maximizing
their available resources and providing a sustainable economic framework which balances land use, housing and transportation. Sebastian’s cutting edge sustainable approach is based on supporting green jobs, promoting the growth of eco-tourism and diversifying housing choices to attract a more dynamic workforce.
The bipartisan Energy Savings Performance Caucus was formed in 2011 to promote the use of Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs) by federal agencies. These contracts allow private firms to implement energy efficiency upgrades with repayment coming from a portion of the savings over 25 years. While the caucus shows bipartisan support for energy efficiency, its goals face challenges due to Republican opposition to new spending and sequestration cuts impacting relevant programs. The caucus aims to present the contracts as a cost-effective job creation strategy, but questions remain around their true long-term costs and oversight of contractors.
The document summarizes media coverage of Ecotech Institute from April 2010 to June 2010. There were numerous newspaper articles from local publications like The Aurora Sentinel announcing the opening of Ecotech Institute, a new school focused on renewable energy careers. The articles discussed Ecotech Institute's programs and goals of training students for in-demand green jobs. Experts were quoted saying the wind energy sector is expected to grow significantly and will require skilled technicians, creating many job opportunities for graduates of Ecotech Institute.
NewBase August 28-2022 Energy News issue - 1542 by Khaled Al Awadi (AutoRec...Khaled Al Awadi
The global energy crisis has sparked a revival of nuclear power in Asia as governments seek clean, reliable alternatives to expensive natural gas and coal. Countries like Japan, South Korea, China, and India are removing barriers to nuclear energy and accelerating nuclear plant construction to boost supply and meet climate goals. The shift comes after over a decade of opposition following the Fukushima disaster, but high fossil fuel prices and energy security concerns are making nuclear power economically attractive again. Some Asian nations are also exploring new nuclear technologies like small modular reactors.
Download China nuclear power sector opportunity analysisKuicK Research
“China Nuclear Power Sector Opportunity Analysis” Report Highlight:
China Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Installed & Projected Capacity
Nuclear Fuel Procurement Overview
Insight on Existing & Upcoming Nuclear Plants
China Nuclear Power Sector Regulatory Landscape
China Nuclear Power Plant Infrastructure & Technology
China Emerging Exporter of Nuclear Reactor Technology
China nuclear power sector opportunity analysisKuicK Research
“China Nuclear Power Sector Opportunity Analysis” Report Highlight:
China Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Installed & Projected Capacity
Nuclear Fuel Procurement Overview
Insight on Existing & Upcoming Nuclear Plants
China Nuclear Power Sector Regulatory Landscape
China Nuclear Power Plant Infrastructure & Technology
China Emerging Exporter of Nuclear Reactor Technology
The document summarizes opportunities in the US energy market, sources of financing, and services available to start operations. It discusses the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) which provides $98 billion for energy and environment projects, and clean energy programs funded by ARRA including renewable energy, efficiency, and smart grid projects. Services offered by Virginia to help startups include business formation assistance and L-1 visas.
This document summarizes Dan Bosley's presentation at the Massachusetts Sustainable Campuses & Communities Conference on March 17, 2017. Some of the key points include:
- The Northeast Clean Energy Council's mission is to create a clean energy hub in the Northeast that delivers economic, energy, and environmental solutions.
- All New England states are making progress on clean energy goals through legislation promoting renewables and climate policy.
- Solar and wind installations are growing significantly across the region. Costs for these technologies are declining as well.
- Key policy priorities for 2017 include increasing renewable portfolio standards, developing regional clean energy procurement, and addressing net metering policies and grid modernization.
Troy a. rule solar, wind and land conflicts in renewable energy development-...Ezequiel Soto
This document summarizes and analyzes land use issues that commonly arise in renewable energy development, with a focus on wind and solar energy projects. It describes conflicts between renewable energy projects and neighboring land uses, such as noise from wind turbines and shading of solar panels. The document also examines internal conflicts within renewable energy projects, such as wake interference between neighboring wind turbines. It analyzes different policy approaches to addressing these land use conflicts and argues that policies are needed to facilitate renewable energy growth while respecting property rights. The book provides guidance to renewable energy developers, landowners, and legal professionals on navigating the complex land use challenges of renewable energy projects.
Solar power technologies have been around for years but didn't achieve a high enough penetration rate in the mass markets for economies of scale, to be affordable.
Would that change in the next few years?
Gretzky and the Carbon Puck: fighting carbon and climate changeSteve Aplin
In the early days of 2008, the "smart" money in big time investing was on mortgage-baked derivatives. In small-time investing, the "smart" money was in Bernie Madoff's funds. When both those markets blew up later that year, people wondered how the smart money was so dumb -- especially given that there was plenty of prior warning about mortgage-backed derivatives and Madoff.
Today, the "smart" money in environmental investing is on renewable energy -- wind and solar. This though there is plenty of proof that wind and solar cannot reduce carbon pollution.
In this provocative presentation, energy and environment expert Steve Aplin explains why the "smart" environment money today is as dumb as the "smart" money in 2008.
Simon Reeve shares his predictions on the future energy mix, taking into consideration recent events such as Deepwater Horizon and Fukushima. Simon is joined by key energy professionals offering perspectives from different corners of the industry.
Simon is the Power Sector Director for the Lloyd's Register Group.
Peter Garforth: The Power of Energy Efficiency - Creating Globally Competitiv...MichiganLandUse
Peter Garforth, Principle of Garforth International LLC, gave this presentation titled: The Power of Energy Efficiency: Creating Globally Competitive Communities at the Energy Efficiency and Local Economic Opportunity Summit on June 14th, Traverse City, Michigan
This document provides an overview of solar energy development across the United States. It discusses NC WARN, a nonprofit organization working to transition Duke Energy in North Carolina from fossil fuels to clean energy. The document defines key solar energy terms and concepts. It also outlines the evolution of solar costs declining and capacity increasing nationwide, though regulatory challenges remain from utilities seeking to limit distributed generation.
The Energy Crisis of Nigeria An Overview and Implications for the FutureMichael Olafusi
The document provides an overview of Nigeria's energy crisis, which stems from structural problems across its energy system including hydropower, oil, natural gas, and its grid structure. The crisis is exacerbated by low governmental cooperation, public opposition to privatization efforts due to past negative experiences, and widespread use of unsafe fuelwood. To address this, Nigeria's 2003 energy policy aims to diversify energy sources and increase capacity from oil, natural gas, and renewables, while reducing dependence on fuelwood. However, progress has been limited due to social, political, and economic challenges.
This document discusses policy initiatives to improve residential energy efficiency in the United States. It argues that energy efficiency is the nation's "first fuel" as it represents the lowest cost carbon mitigation option and largest near-term resource. The document outlines several policy recommendations to tap into the potential of residential energy efficiency, including requiring home energy assessments at time of sale, expanding financing options for home energy upgrades, establishing utility energy efficiency portfolio standards, and improving federal tax incentives for energy efficient homes and buildings. The goal is to significantly reduce U.S. building energy use and carbon emissions by 2030 through these policy measures targeting both new and existing residential structures.
Japan faces electricity generation challenges after shutting down most of its nuclear power plants following the Fukushima disaster. A new government is establishing a new energy policy that will likely continue renewable energy feed-in tariffs but at lower prices. Pilot projects are testing eco-cities, microgrids, renewable energy, and electricity optimization, providing opportunities for Japanese and foreign companies to demonstrate technologies.
Renewable energy realities in the united states finalDeepa Sanyal
Renewable energy sources generated 11.73% of US energy in early 2011, projected to reach 15% by 2035 if federal subsidies expire as planned. In 2012, focus will shift to state policies like renewable portfolio standards as federal action is unlikely in an election year. Key federal incentives that support renewable projects expire in 2012-2016, so the industry outlook is cautious without extensions. Solar continues advancing towards grid parity while targeting new applications, and geothermal and biomass also see some growth potential depending on policy clarity.
The document provides an overview of the solar industry and advice for entering the solar business. It summarizes that the global solar market has grown significantly in recent years. It then provides tips on establishing validity and thought leadership to build a brand in the solar industry locally. This includes sharing industry knowledge, partnering with local businesses, and keeping marketing messages clear and consistent.
Energy Efficiency and Economic Recovery: Stimulus Funding OpportunitiesAlliance To Save Energy
February 2. 2009 -- Policy makers and others have come to understand the power of energy efficiency implementation as an economic development tool and stimulus. The result is likely billions in clean energy investments by the federal government that will be utilized by state and local governments, non-profit energy organizations, and others. In her presentation, Kateri focused on the efforts of the Alliance to Save Energy and others to grow energy efficiency implementation programs – buildings, products, and services – and deliver greater economic vitality to the nation.
Nextera Energy University of Southern California Investment CTimothy O'Brien
This past spring Zane Laws, Quinn Peebles and I competed in the University of Southern California Spring 2018 Investment Competition at USC in Los Angeles. We pitched a long position in NextEra Energy Inc, ticker NEE.
9/9 FRI 11:00 | Sustainable Economic Development - SebastianAPA Florida
Nilsa Zacarias
Brandon R. Schaad
Rebecca Grohall
Economic development and job creation are perennial issues for almost any community, but even more in this severe economic downturn. Recent economic conditions have affected most everyone in the public and private sector, and the City of Sebastianhas been no exception. This presentation will focus on the City of Sebastian’s efforts to strengthen their economy by maximizing
their available resources and providing a sustainable economic framework which balances land use, housing and transportation. Sebastian’s cutting edge sustainable approach is based on supporting green jobs, promoting the growth of eco-tourism and diversifying housing choices to attract a more dynamic workforce.
The bipartisan Energy Savings Performance Caucus was formed in 2011 to promote the use of Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs) by federal agencies. These contracts allow private firms to implement energy efficiency upgrades with repayment coming from a portion of the savings over 25 years. While the caucus shows bipartisan support for energy efficiency, its goals face challenges due to Republican opposition to new spending and sequestration cuts impacting relevant programs. The caucus aims to present the contracts as a cost-effective job creation strategy, but questions remain around their true long-term costs and oversight of contractors.
The document summarizes media coverage of Ecotech Institute from April 2010 to June 2010. There were numerous newspaper articles from local publications like The Aurora Sentinel announcing the opening of Ecotech Institute, a new school focused on renewable energy careers. The articles discussed Ecotech Institute's programs and goals of training students for in-demand green jobs. Experts were quoted saying the wind energy sector is expected to grow significantly and will require skilled technicians, creating many job opportunities for graduates of Ecotech Institute.
NewBase August 28-2022 Energy News issue - 1542 by Khaled Al Awadi (AutoRec...Khaled Al Awadi
The global energy crisis has sparked a revival of nuclear power in Asia as governments seek clean, reliable alternatives to expensive natural gas and coal. Countries like Japan, South Korea, China, and India are removing barriers to nuclear energy and accelerating nuclear plant construction to boost supply and meet climate goals. The shift comes after over a decade of opposition following the Fukushima disaster, but high fossil fuel prices and energy security concerns are making nuclear power economically attractive again. Some Asian nations are also exploring new nuclear technologies like small modular reactors.
Download China nuclear power sector opportunity analysisKuicK Research
“China Nuclear Power Sector Opportunity Analysis” Report Highlight:
China Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Installed & Projected Capacity
Nuclear Fuel Procurement Overview
Insight on Existing & Upcoming Nuclear Plants
China Nuclear Power Sector Regulatory Landscape
China Nuclear Power Plant Infrastructure & Technology
China Emerging Exporter of Nuclear Reactor Technology
China nuclear power sector opportunity analysisKuicK Research
“China Nuclear Power Sector Opportunity Analysis” Report Highlight:
China Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Overview
China Nuclear Power Sector Installed & Projected Capacity
Nuclear Fuel Procurement Overview
Insight on Existing & Upcoming Nuclear Plants
China Nuclear Power Sector Regulatory Landscape
China Nuclear Power Plant Infrastructure & Technology
China Emerging Exporter of Nuclear Reactor Technology
China has built the world's largest wind power market through strong political support and effective policies like renewable energy targets and pricing mechanisms that increased profitability. This led to rapid growth, with China surpassing the US in installed wind capacity by 2010 and attracting large investments that helped grow local manufacturing from supplying 20% of the market in 2006 to over 70% today. However, challenges remain such as delays in grid infrastructure and lack of clarity around continued targets and funding that could help sustain the market's momentum.
Wharton Business School Case study; Here Comes the Sun: ESG and Dirty Solar ...Keith Krach
Wharton Business School Case study; Here Comes the Sun: ESG and Dirty Solar Supply
Chains, Kelly Currie & Keith Krach
There has been explosive growth in environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment. There is also a growing consciousness that unfettered investment in China’s economy has serious consequences for America’s economic and national security. It is increasingly clear that ESG investment in Chinese entities are in serious conflict, and nowhere is this conflict more evident than the supply chain for solar panels. Investors, consumers, and voters rightly want “clean” supply chains with clean labor practices for clean energy, but the ESG investment industry has failed to deliver them. Instead, as ESG investment has increased, the supply chain for solar panels has become deeply entangled in the ongoing genocide against the Uyghurs .
Clean Capital Markets Playbook
To address this massive issue, Krach and his team determined that the Clean Capital Markets Strategy necessitated a multi-faceted campaign involving Wall Street, major corporations, civil society, American universities, and consumers. When it came to ESG, this strategy presented one of the most comprehensive models for addressing the inconsistent application of ESG standards—not just on solar, but every industry under the sun. Clean Capital Markets Strategy consisted of four prongs: (1) calling out the CCP’s egregious behavior; (2) unveiling China’s financial ruses; (3) championing investors; (4) taking action.
“Clean Capital Markets”
Rather than replicating the convoluted EU regulatory approach that likely will serve as a brake on innovation and investment, U.S. policymakers should look to the Clean Capital Markets approach. Instead of controversial and complicated new disclosure schemes, policymakers should focus on targeted, achievable goals. As part of his broad push to protect the average American investor from unknowingly financing the CCP’s malign intentions, Krach developed the multi-pronged Clean Capital Markets Playbook to address the distortions that have arisen under the current system. The playbook’s targeted, common-sense recommendations may also have the added benefit of leveling the playing field for companies that play by the rules, do not benefit from slave labor or have the backing of a predatory party-state .
In April 2022, as the co-chair of the Global Tech Security Commission, Krach pens an article in Fortune “Present your China contingency plan at the next board meeting.”
Boards increasingly understand doing business with, in, or for China represents tremendous risk. The world saw the Ukrainian attack coming. The free world has come to learn that, just like Putin, General Secretary Xi is not to be trusted.
You can’t afford to get caught off guard on this one. So, prepare now. When that moment comes, and you’re not ready, it will already be too late. When the dreaded becomes inevitable, you need to develop a plan and execute on it.
The document discusses opportunities for SK Energy to enter the wind power market in China. It analyzes the market size and growth potential of China's wind industry. Government policies strongly support the development of renewable energy like wind power. The wind power market in China is large but development has been uneven across regions. There is potential for SK Energy to partner with players in the industry to take advantage of opportunities in both developed and developing wind power markets in China.
Aging Power Infrastucture in the US: Towards a Solutionpacificcresttrans
According to the United States Energy Department. the demand for electricity in the US is growing at the rate of about 1% a year, with the pace likely to increase over the next few years. Other estimates put the increase at 6% or more per year, thanks to the population growth rate and the burgeoning numbers of electric/electronic devices now considered essential to people's lifestyles.
The document summarizes trends in the U.S. energy industry, including growth in renewable energy sources and investments. Key points include:
- Renewable energy such as solar and wind are gaining market share in the U.S. and are expected to make up 27% of power generation by 2030.
- The energy industry is transitioning towards more renewable and diversified supplies, creating both opportunities and challenges for grid security.
- Digital technologies are enabling smart grids but also introduce new cybersecurity threats.
- Changes in global energy supply and demand are reshaping the geopolitics of energy security.
The document discusses trends in the U.S. energy industry, including growth in renewable energy sources and the transition to a smarter electric grid. Key points include:
- Renewable energy such as solar and wind are gaining market share in the U.S. and investments in renewables are expected to reach $700 billion over the next two decades.
- The smart grid subsector is modernizing distribution and transmission systems through technologies like smart meters and is projected to provide $130 billion in annual benefits to the U.S. economy by 2019.
- Digital technologies are both enabling intelligent grids but also introducing new cybersecurity threats that must be addressed.
This document summarizes a guest lecture on energy and society that discussed several topics: (1) critiques of Ontario government reports and policies around replacing coal power, increasing electricity prices, and promoting renewable energy (2) analysis questioning the health impacts attributed to coal power and rate impact projections of renewable energy (3) concerns about propaganda around assigning blame for increased electricity costs.
1. The solar industry experienced rapid growth until 2008 but then saw a steep decline in 2009 as investors fled. However, the industry is now rebounding with analysts predicting strong future growth.
2. For solar companies to survive, they must successfully adapt to changing government subsidies, dramatically reduce production costs, drive innovation, and quickly scale up production.
3. The two most important factors for solar companies going forward are adapting to changes in government policy on subsidies and slashing production costs, such as by moving manufacturing to low-cost countries.
Renewable energy a viable option sp gonchaudhuriIPPAI
The document discusses renewable energy as a viable option for power generation. It notes that worldwide renewable energy capacity and potential is large, but current consumption is still low, especially for new renewables like solar and wind. However, the scenario is changing rapidly as these sources are being aggressively adopted due to factors like rising fossil fuel prices, environmental pressures, and the need to electrify rural areas. The document uses India as a case study, where over half a billion people lack electricity access. It argues that solar and biomass power are already financially viable options in many remote areas compared to conventional fuels. The projected cost of coal power is also increasing more than previously estimated, suggesting grid parity between coal and solar could be achieved by 2015
Decommissioning Renaissance HPS News vol43no06 June 2015Eric Abelquist
This document discusses the growing trend of nuclear plant decommissioning internationally and in the United States. While the predicted nuclear renaissance did not come to fruition, decommissioning is experiencing its own renaissance as many aging nuclear plants reach the end of their lifespans. Market forces like cheap natural gas and slack demand are driving early retirements in the US. Internationally, Germany is phasing out nuclear power entirely and Japan is focusing on decommissioning Fukushima. Over 200 nuclear reactors worldwide are expected to be decommissioned by 2040 at a cost of over $100 billion. Decommissioning is poised for significant growth as the number of retired plants increases.
Renewable Energy Production-Application of new tech for improvement [Autosave...VinMaximus
The document discusses renewable energy production and applications of new technologies to improve it. It summarizes a study on the feasibility of grid-connected solar PV microgrid systems in rural Malaysia. The study used software to model different sized systems in two locations, finding that a 3kW system in Kedah had the highest energy trading potential. Economic analysis found a 25-year project lifetime was needed. Microgrids could help decentralize energy production and trading in Malaysia.
Petron Group LLP predicts Energy and fuel prices in the United StatesPetron Group LLP
The document discusses trends in US renewable energy and electricity prices. It notes that in 2014, 67% of US electricity came from fossil fuels like coal and natural gas, but renewable sources like wind and solar are increasing. Electricity prices have risen 42% in the last decade and are projected to continue increasing due to coal plant closures, natural gas price volatility, renewable energy mandates, and other factors. Power outages could become more common as the grid loses capacity and becomes more fragile.
China energy and environmental challengesYibo Yang
- China faces enormous challenges in meeting its growing energy demand while addressing serious environmental and health impacts from air pollution. Electricity demand is growing at 15% annually while GDP grows at 10% per year.
- China's policies emphasize energy efficiency and environmental protection but it still lags targets to reduce energy intensity and emissions by 2010. New policies promote energy efficiency power plants, differential pricing, and environmental dispatch.
- China is considering how to better integrate energy and environmental policies and structure the power sector to address climate change, similar to issues facing other countries. Regulators from the US will visit to discuss these challenges.
M6A1 Group Project - Alternative Energy Final - 20190616 ChristopherGibson31
The document summarizes current energy production methods in the United States and discusses alternative energy sources. It notes that the top three energy sources are natural gas at 35.1%, coal at 27.4%, and nuclear at 19.3%. The document also discusses the pros and cons of various renewable energy sources like solar and wind as well as challenges around energy storage and integrating renewable energy into the national grid. It concludes by arguing that developing energy storage capabilities is key to transitioning to more renewable energy sources.
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The document provides the results of the first month's Smart Grid Index survey conducted by Zpryme and FierceSmartGrid. Key findings include:
- 71% of respondents have a positive view of the Smart Grid industry, with vendors being more optimistic than utilities.
- 31% expect utility Smart Grid investments to significantly increase over the next 12 months.
- 60% reported increased Smart Grid sales/expenditures over the last 12 months.
- 71% expect increased sales/expenditures over the next 12 months.
- 56% expect increased Smart Grid staff/jobs over the next 12 months.
- 45% of vendors closed new Smart Grid deals last month.
- 75%
Hurricane Sandy has wreaked havoc in the East Coast, killing at least 110 people in the United States. Power outages now stand at about 1.35 million homes and businesses, down sharply from Sunday, November 4 (1.86 million) with a peak of 8.5 million just seven days ago on October 30.
With new data from the Department of Energy, Zpryme has compiled eight days of data across U.S. states that have been affected by the hurricane.
October 29: 316,563 outages/customers without power
October 30: 8,204,190 outages/customers without power
October 31: 6,062,526 outages/customers without power
November 1: 4,454,650 outages/customers without power
November 2: 3,491,595 outages/customers without power
November 3: 2,497,421 outages/customers without power
November 4: 1,855,958 outages/customers without power
November 5: 1,351,683 outages/customers without power
The global energy management system market is projected to reach $1.70 billion in 2012. By 2020, the global market is projected to reach $9.98 billion. The market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25%.Currently, EMS offerings are focused on energy optimization based on company-specified goals and preferences. However, in the future, EMS will also integrate operations optimization, and will automatically adjust settings for the highest levels of performance, in addition to providing energy savings. This report has been developed by Zpryme’s Smart Grid Insights Research Team and Zpryme’s Smart Grid Advisory Board.
The smart grid has experienced tremendous growth and market penetration since its inception. Worldwide deployments have allowed for the creation of a more efficient and reliable energy system. Growth has been achieved by individual utilities in many different areas of the electrical grid. These deployments have allowed utilities to make improvements in the optimal way for them, whether in transmission and distribution, communications, metering, or in other ways. Numerous vendors have entered the smart grid marketplace to meet this need. Companies such as SUBNET Solutions, S&C Electric Company, Trilliant, Freescale Semiconductor, AT&T, and Cooper Power Systems have played a significant role, as they have introduced products and services that have revolutionized smart grid deployments. These innovative products and services are currently shaping the development of the smart grid worldwide and will continue to develop the smart grid through 2013.
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation recently reached a historic tariff reduction agreement on renewable energy items. Tariffs between APEC member states will be reduced to 5% or lower by the end of 2015 on listed renewable energy items. 54 items were listed for inclusion, all of which will benefit APEC members and have a positive effect on both their sustainable energy goals and their economies. Tariff reductions will first affect the renewable energy market and will include manufacturers, vendors and customers. All three groups will benefit from lowered prices, increased supply and enhanced innovation. In addition, the nation states, and the APEC region as a whole, will benefit from increased economies by way of additional jobs, increased investment, and increased growth. By evaluating the effects of other tariff reduction agreements, such as those achieved through NAFTA and other APEC agreements, predictions regarding the outcome of the tariff reduction can be made.
The document summarizes the findings of a study on Smart Grid hiring trends in 2012. Some key findings include:
1. Most new hires required a Bachelor's degree, while many employers also required a Master's degree or certification. Desired skills included analytical skills and problem-solving.
2. For experienced hires, most employers required a Bachelor's degree and many required a Master's degree or certification. Desired skills included analytical skills, problem-solving, and oral communication.
3. Employers sought candidates with experience in areas like project management, consulting, and supervision for experienced hire roles. Most wanted candidates with 4-5 years of experience.
Within the Smart Grid ecosystem, the time for human resources strategy development is now. Forward-thinking utilities, technology vendors, power engineering companies, universities, and government agencies will not try to reinvent the wheel, but rather leverage as many best practices as possible. This inaugural study by Zpryme and Smartgridcareers.com gives Smart Grid hiring managers the baseline data they need to start benchmarking their human capital strategy. The key findings and recommendations of this report will help utilities and Smart Grid vendors anticipate the challenges that lie ahead. Further, universities across the United States must begin to educate a new generation of energy leaders from diverse backgrounds in computer engineering, computer science, and engineering-focused IT.
The document discusses microgrids and their market potential in BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). Some key points:
- The global microgrid market is projected to reach $4.95 billion in 2012 and $13.40 billion by 2020, growing at 13% annually. The BRICS microgrid market will reach $0.73 billion in 2012 and $4.47 billion by 2020, growing at 25% annually.
- Microgrids provide reliable distributed power generation and electrification for remote/rural areas in the BRICS nations, where grid connectivity is limited. Several microgrid projects have been implemented across the BRICS countries.
- Major players expanding into micro
Optimizing utilization and operating efficiency in electricity delivery system is one of smart grid’s characteristics. Transmission and distribution infrastructure includes transmission lines, substations, and distribution feeders. One estimate has put the potential in reducing distribution losses through smart grid deployment at 30%. In this report Zpryme looks at the distribution system portion of the smart grid and the portfolio of technologies that are being deployed to optimize the distribution infrastructure.
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The document outlines a methodology for developing a 10-year smart grid roadmap from 2012-2022. It describes using primary research through industry interviews and secondary research by reviewing documents from governments, research institutions, and companies. The roadmap will identify milestones for smart grid stakeholders and the drivers and challenges of smart grid development over the next decade.
1) The document discusses carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology, which captures carbon dioxide emissions from coal-fired power plants and stores it underground.
2) It provides an overview of CCS regulatory frameworks and projects in the US and globally. Many countries have developed CCS regulations, though standards vary significantly.
3) Transportation of captured CO2 is mainly through pipelines, with existing pipeline networks in the US and Europe. Offshore storage also utilizes shipping. Transportation costs range from $1-5 per ton of CO2 transported 250km.
It’s no wonder that smart meter rollouts have skyrocketed with supporting business case findings such as ComEd customers saving potentially $2.8 billion on their electric bills over the 20-year life of the smart meters. Largely due to the aggressive U.S. effort to modernize its electric grid pros and cons (for example PG&E will now offer ‘opt out option’) for smart meters are still aggressively being debated; nonetheless the number of smart meters installed in the U.S. has ballooned over the past several years – with just over fifty utilities deploying the bulk of the investment. Zpryme analyzed data from the EIA in an effort to not only breakdown smart meter deployments by utility but also to zero in on the drivers that will bridge the U.S. energy divide.
When blistering-heat pushed across the U.S. last week (July ‘11), the nation’s electric grid was stressed. Resonating from the southeast and spreading across the nation much of the U.S. grid is more than five decades old — leading to generous energy excess. Consequently, the ‘Smart Grid’ has roared into the forefront of the energy industry backed by major investments from private firms and the US government. Zpryme’s Smart Grid Insights, A Closer Look at DSM, Energy Storage & Distributed Generation zeros-in on insights surrounding: smart grid sector investment, demand-side management (DSM), distributed generation, customer-sited generation, and energy storage.
The document provides a summary of the global, Asian, and North American frozen food markets from 2005-2010. It finds that the global market reached $194 billion in 2010, with Asia Pacific and North America markets valued at $16.5 billion and $42.9 billion respectively. The frozen pizza, potato, and ready meals markets all saw annual growth between 3-6% globally in this period. UK and North American trends show consumers increasingly choosing frozen foods for health, value and convenience. The outlook predicts continued strong growth in Asia Pacific and in healthy frozen product lines worldwide through 2012.
2011 has been touted as “the year of the plug-in electric vehicle”. With domestic fuel prices up 30 percent since last year, drivers are feeling pain at the pumps. Automakers have heard the cries of American wallets and have delivered a fleet of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs). The Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt are the first in a new generation of PEVs. The Leaf, a full PEV, runs entirely on a battery powered by the electric grid. The Volt is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) that runs on a grid powered battery but also has a conventional engine fueled by gasoline. The Volt can travel between 20-50 miles on a single charge while the Leaf can travel over 100 miles. Regardless of a driver’s selection, the charging costs of both vehicles are less per mile than gasoline or diesel – approximately three cents per mile for EVs versus 12 cents per mile for conventional engines.
South Korea has implemented an ambitious plan to build a nationwide smart grid by 2030 to reduce carbon emissions and energy imports. The government is investing heavily in smart grid technology and infrastructure, with a goal of capturing 30% of the global smart grid market. A major smart grid pilot project is underway on Jeju Island, involving over 160 companies testing technologies like smart meters, electric vehicles and renewable energy integration. When complete, South Korea's smart grid is expected to help meet its energy and climate goals while creating new economic opportunities for its industries.
The global market for next generation smart grid technology is projected to grow substantially from $4.9 billion in 2011 to $43.3 billion in 2020, driven by proactive home energy consumers, renewable energy integration, and electric transportation. Growth will be slow over the next 5 years but accelerate starting in 2016. Developed countries such as the US, China, South Korea, Japan, Canada, UK, France, Spain, Denmark, Germany, Australia and New Zealand will lead the market as they are further along in national smart grid deployments. Opportunities will be largest for firms investing in innovative R&D to leverage the first layer of smart grid technology currently being deployed globally.
With Smart Grids in the foreseeable future, Demand-Side Management (DSM) is on the cusp of a revolution that will forever alter the way that homes and businesses use electricity. To add to the positive DSM buzz, budgets to facilitate Smart Grid planning and implementation are on the rise, according to a recent March survey by Microsoft. In the survey, 73 percent of utility professionals and executives surveyed said budgets for these efforts are on the rise. Governments and utilities have long sought to improve DSM through conservation and load management programs. To gain insight into this transformation, Zpryme examined the level of investment by utilities in DSM over the past 5 years while acknowledging their sales (MWh) and revenue.
The purposes of this report is present an comprehensive look at the electric vehicle and electric vehicle infrastructure market in the U.S. Zpryme has employed a three-stage research approach to accomplish this objective. The results of each of the research tasks below are presented in this report.
• U.S. Consumer EV Survey: A survey of 1,046 U.S. drivers age 18 – 65 was conducted to assess the overall interest in EVs, EV brand awareness, key reasons to purchase and EV, charging preferences, and to discover key traits of potential EV buyers.
• In Depth Industry Q&A’s with 11 major EV and EV Infrastructure Stakeholders
• Market size and value projections for EV/PHEVs, EV Charging Infrastructure, and EV Charging Services in the U.S.
This V2G report by Zpryme:
| Begins with a global perspective and progresses into high-growth markets
such as US, China, Japan, Germany, UK, South Korea, and Denmark
| Delves into drivers and trends such as Smart Grid and charging station
deployments, renewable energy policy, rising energy costs, auto
manufacturer financial viability pressures, universal standard adoption,
telematics, and brand loyalty
| Explores the role of the battery space, rising cost of fossil fuels, and the
Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill
| Discloses the actionable insights and opportunities to capitalize and
prepare for the V2G market in both the short and long term
| Concludes with commentary from the experts in V2G: University of
Delaware, Austin Energy, Plug in America, Ford Motor Company,
Grid2Home, Electrification Coalition, Coulomb Technologies, Smart Grid
Library and ZigBee Alliance
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 5DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 5. In this session, we will cover CI/CD with devops.
Topics covered:
CI/CD with in UiPath
End-to-end overview of CI/CD pipeline with Azure devops
Speaker:
Lyndsey Byblow, Test Suite Sales Engineer @ UiPath, Inc.
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, we’ll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
We’ll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether you’re tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
Let's Integrate MuleSoft RPA, COMPOSER, APM with AWS IDP along with Slackshyamraj55
Discover the seamless integration of RPA (Robotic Process Automation), COMPOSER, and APM with AWS IDP enhanced with Slack notifications. Explore how these technologies converge to streamline workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure access, all while leveraging the power of AWS IDP and real-time communication via Slack notifications.
Alt. GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using ...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Building RAG with self-deployed Milvus vector database and Snowpark Container...Zilliz
This talk will give hands-on advice on building RAG applications with an open-source Milvus database deployed as a docker container. We will also introduce the integration of Milvus with Snowpark Container Services.
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
TrustArc Webinar - 2024 Global Privacy SurveyTrustArc
How does your privacy program stack up against your peers? What challenges are privacy teams tackling and prioritizing in 2024?
In the fifth annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey, we asked over 1,800 global privacy professionals and business executives to share their perspectives on the current state of privacy inside and outside of their organizations. This year’s report focused on emerging areas of importance for privacy and compliance professionals, including considerations and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, building brand trust, and different approaches for achieving higher privacy competence scores.
See how organizational priorities and strategic approaches to data security and privacy are evolving around the globe.
This webinar will review:
- The top 10 privacy insights from the fifth annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey
- The top challenges for privacy leaders, practitioners, and organizations in 2024
- Key themes to consider in developing and maintaining your privacy program
Sudheer Mechineni, Head of Application Frameworks, Standard Chartered Bank
Discover how Standard Chartered Bank harnessed the power of Neo4j to transform complex data access challenges into a dynamic, scalable graph database solution. This keynote will cover their journey from initial adoption to deploying a fully automated, enterprise-grade causal cluster, highlighting key strategies for modelling organisational changes and ensuring robust disaster recovery. Learn how these innovations have not only enhanced Standard Chartered Bank’s data infrastructure but also positioned them as pioneers in the banking sector’s adoption of graph technology.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges – from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Future of Agility: Supercharging Digital Transfor...Neo4j
Leonard Jayamohan, Partner & Generative AI Lead, Deloitte
This keynote will reveal how Deloitte leverages Neo4j’s graph power for groundbreaking digital twin solutions, achieving a staggering 100x performance boost. Discover the essential role knowledge graphs play in successful generative AI implementations. Plus, get an exclusive look at an innovative Neo4j + Generative AI solution Deloitte is developing in-house.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
Maruthi Prithivirajan, Head of ASEAN & IN Solution Architecture, Neo4j
Get an inside look at the latest Neo4j innovations that enable relationship-driven intelligence at scale. Learn more about the newest cloud integrations and product enhancements that make Neo4j an essential choice for developers building apps with interconnected data and generative AI.
Cosa hanno in comune un mattoncino Lego e la backdoor XZ?Speck&Tech
ABSTRACT: A prima vista, un mattoncino Lego e la backdoor XZ potrebbero avere in comune il fatto di essere entrambi blocchi di costruzione, o dipendenze di progetti creativi e software. La realtà è che un mattoncino Lego e il caso della backdoor XZ hanno molto di più di tutto ciò in comune.
Partecipate alla presentazione per immergervi in una storia di interoperabilità, standard e formati aperti, per poi discutere del ruolo importante che i contributori hanno in una comunità open source sostenibile.
BIO: Sostenitrice del software libero e dei formati standard e aperti. È stata un membro attivo dei progetti Fedora e openSUSE e ha co-fondato l'Associazione LibreItalia dove è stata coinvolta in diversi eventi, migrazioni e formazione relativi a LibreOffice. In precedenza ha lavorato a migrazioni e corsi di formazione su LibreOffice per diverse amministrazioni pubbliche e privati. Da gennaio 2020 lavora in SUSE come Software Release Engineer per Uyuni e SUSE Manager e quando non segue la sua passione per i computer e per Geeko coltiva la sua curiosità per l'astronomia (da cui deriva il suo nickname deneb_alpha).