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Excited to talk about EVs and the grid today. how do we prepare? how do we capitalize on the storage potential? how do we do it all at the same time

Do you know why we need more #electrification and how it boosts energy efficiency? Discover why #Copper is essential for wind, solar, EVs, heat pumps, grids, and electrical installations. ⚡👍 Read insights from Jozefien Vanbecelaere of the European Heat Pump Association and Quentin de Hults of the International Copper Association Europe. 🎉 Learn more abou the Electrification Alliance Priorities for the EU agenda 2024-2029 👇 https://lnkd.in/dgEF_aGJ #100DaysToElectrify

EU and Germany energy and economic woes >>> At one point, Germany was the most 'solarized country in Europe despite its latitude and weather. For another time, I'd like to share with you how the German engineers designed their systems based on medieval architectural planning. The only way I'm able to conceptualize our various systems coming to full-scale fruition is as decades-spanning projects involving what Karen has called public private sector partnerships. The only infrastructure projects and programs comparable in scale, scope, cooperation and costs would national highway systems, public (and private) utilities, the U.S.TVA, BPA (both vast utility and infrastructure construction programs costing upwards of $300B in today's money), Holland's centuries long reclamation programs, the Chunnel ($20+B) Los Angeles Metropolitan Water District storm drainage system (in today's money upwards of $100B et al. There are growing instances of energy rate 'wars' and litigation around competing requirements: server farms, agriculture, industry, urban regions and there will be an expanding demand for energy intensive systems for desal and water reclamation. Just looking at the EU energy woes, environmentalist vs industry views of decarbonization, ongoing contention over 'accurate' LCOE methods, political misjudgements, national and regional jurisdictional issues with intermittent sustainable, not to speak of computing generation technologies, potential re-nuclearization, SMRs, SNRs etc etc. just gives me a migraine.

As energy efficiency becomes a priority in commercial buildings, facility teams and engineers are increasingly turning toward solutions like dual fuel heat pump rooftop units (RTUs) equipped with energy recovery ventilators (ERVs). But misconceptions about ERVs, from how they perform in Minnesota’s cold climates to their maintenance needs, can make some hesitant to take the leap. In our newest blog post, CEE's Daniel Raherimanjato (pictured, left) dispels some of the myths surrounding ERVs in commercial buildings: https://hubs.ly/Q02ZdmFw0

The upcoming King's Speech will set out the government's legislative agenda, expected to include significant reforms such as nationalising railways, planning reforms, and potentially introducing a publicly owned energy company. Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #netzero #energysecurity #energysupply #KingsSpeech #Parliament #UKGovernment #energybills #energycustomers #energypolicy https://lnkd.in/evqhKqP2

We're bringing you more cost saving tips this week. Starting with: 3. Understand Wind Loads Consider wind pressures in your design to avoid hidden costs. For instance, slightly smaller openings can eliminate the need for expensive steel wind portal frames, saving on materials and labour. Check out the full blog: https://lnkd.in/edK24YPe #Structuralengineer #advice #costsavingtips

👨💻 Digital Weekly: Labour’s first 100 days (£) The Starmer government put energy at the heart of its election manifesto but how much has it actually achieved in its first 100 days in power? As well as exploring the government’s approach to energy policy we explore findings from the latest trial of heat pump flexibility, and we also delve into Ofwat’s analysis of water company performance over the past year. https://buff.ly/4gXQyca

Learn about the role of ductless AC units in zoning and energy savings. 

It’s almost time to welcome you back to our Power Providers & Utilities (PPU) Transit Decarbonization Committee! Next week, we’re hosting a special, workshop-style session to explore the unique experiences and challenges in electrification faced by utilities and transit agencies in a roundtable discussion. How can these sectors coordinate to meet emission reduction targets? How can they collaborate to develop infrastructure plans and charging schedules that meet grid requirements? Our panel of experts will address these urgent questions and more: Evan Kortje - City of Calgary Michael Simone, FortisAlberta Ariel Bautista, Alectra Hossam Gaber, Ontario Tech University Holly Hixson, #CUTRIC Mohammad Kharouf, MASc, #CUTRIC Don’t miss out on our interactive, extended Q&A segments offering a platform for all to engage in open dialogue, exchanging ideas and strategies directly with fellow experts. Date: April 23, 2024 Time: 3 - 5 PM EDT Location: Virtual CUTRIC MD’s and Secondaries have been pre-registered. All other members can register here to attend: https://lnkd.in/gYgCmj24 #Utilities #PowerProviders #PublicTransit #FleetElectrification #GridLoad #Sustainability

Great informative op ed on all the variables to consider when going the carrot (incentives) or the stick (fines / penalties) route to support fuel switching. Excellent 3 min read where Aaron Graben and Belinda Gilbey draw on lessons learned in other jurisdictions. BONDI Energy