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Policy Advocacy Fights the Risks of Climate Change

EDF + Business

The latest National Climate Assessment presents the starkest picture yet of the growing costs and risks of climate change in the U.S. And if current trends continue, climate change could cost the global economy $5 trillion over a five-year period. This is especially true when it comes to climate-related policy.

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IoT project will assess impact of climate change on forests, and inform UK policymaking

Envirotec Magazine

A trial is underway in forests in Surrey and Northumberland to assess the potential for Internet of Things (IoT) technology to monitor tree growth and the impacts of environmental change on the UK’s forests. It will monitor tree growth and the impacts of environmental change on the UK’s forests.

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Greece’s HEDNO to deploy 3.1 million smart meters

Smart Energy International

Greek DSO HEDNO (Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator) is receiving European Investment Bank support for its 3.12 million first phase smart meter rollout. In the face of climate change, we need a more reliable grid, a smarter grid, now more than ever.” HEDNO will instal 3.12 HEDNO will instal 3.12

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A Deep Dive Into Forest Health Monitoring Using Daily Satellite Imagery to Detect Early Threats

Planet Pulse

Government agencies managing vast forests can now leverage satellite imagery to monitor forest health more effectively, overcoming traditional challenges like limited resources and personnel. Why Is Traditional Forest Health Monitoring So Difficult? For example, consider the following areas some countries must manage: The U.S.

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Smart water metering a key for Britain’s future water sector

Smart Energy International

Millions of smart water meters are proposed for installation before 2030 and beyond in Britain as water companies seek to reduce leakages and consumption. million people with water supply, aims to complete its full smart meter rollout by 2030. South West Water proposes to install about 530,000 smart meters.

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Review calls for more energy flexibility and smart water meters in GB

Smart Energy International

Britain’s National Infrastructure Commission has called for further investment and upgrading of the electricity and water infrastructures among others. There should be increased adoption of electric vehicles, with a nationwide network of at least 300,000 public charge points across the country by 2030. But we need to get on with it.”

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Climate change policies are no longer a 'nice to have' - They must be at the heart of business practices

Business Green

Tara McGeehan, President of CGI in the UK and Australia, argues all businesses need to make climate action core to their long term strategy. For decades, businesses have measured their success on profits and growth, often without consideration of whether these were sustainable or the cost to our planet.