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fromTNW | Investors-Funding
11 hours ago

Europe's most important industrial decarbonisation project gets a lifeline

Stegra has agreed in principle on €1.4 billion in new financing to complete the construction of what would be the world's first large-scale green steel plant, located in Boden in northern Sweden.
Fundraising
Europe news
fromThe Local France
9 hours ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
#energy-efficiency
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 hours ago

Searching for a 'technofix' to climate change has many dangers. Could radical humility save the planet?

Technological solutions to climate change may pose unforeseen risks and dangers to the planet.
London
fromTime Out London
15 hours ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
18 hours ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture must be viewed as interconnected with technical networks that support modern life, requiring new approaches and understandings.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

What Is the Technosphere and Why Does It Redefine Architecture?

Architecture is now influenced by global systems and infrastructures, acting as a mediator within the technosphere.
Environment
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

No Solid Ground: Three Approaches to Building Below Sea Level in Rotterdam

Architects adapt foundations to environmental conditions, influencing building durability and design choices, especially in flood-prone areas like Rotterdam.
Design
fromArchDaily
18 hours ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture must be viewed as interconnected with technical networks that support modern life, requiring new approaches and understandings.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

What Is the Technosphere and Why Does It Redefine Architecture?

Architecture is now influenced by global systems and infrastructures, acting as a mediator within the technosphere.
Environment
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

No Solid Ground: Three Approaches to Building Below Sea Level in Rotterdam

Architects adapt foundations to environmental conditions, influencing building durability and design choices, especially in flood-prone areas like Rotterdam.
#renewable-energy
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

On the streets of Dublin I met fuel protesters and the people who support them yet our leaders still don't get it | Caelainn Hogan

Fuel protests in Ireland highlight the impact of high fuel taxes on farmers and the broader population, emphasizing the need for a transition to clean energy.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Opinion | The Affordable Car Is Dead. What Happened?

The affordability of cars has drastically declined, making ownership a financial burden for many Americans.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Oil fired homes: More expensive to heat and now harder to sell

Sellers of older properties that rely on heating oil for central heating and hot water may attract lower-than-expected prices in the months ahead.
Boston real estate
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Danantara CIO: Indonesia can anchor the AI and energy economy-if governance keeps pace | Fortune

Global conflicts now impact economies instantly, reshaping capital flows and national competitiveness, with Indonesia positioned to leverage its resources and partnerships.
#energy-crisis
fromIndependent
3 days ago
World news

Richard Curran: Ireland is sleep-walking into future energy crises by refusing to plan beyond ideology

Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.it
6 days ago

Driving and air conditioning: What's in Italy's energy-saving emergency plan?

Italy plans emergency measures to save energy due to potential fuel supply disruptions, including limits on air conditioning and car use.
fromIndependent
3 days ago
World news

Richard Curran: Ireland is sleep-walking into future energy crises by refusing to plan beyond ideology

Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.it
6 days ago

Driving and air conditioning: What's in Italy's energy-saving emergency plan?

Italy plans emergency measures to save energy due to potential fuel supply disruptions, including limits on air conditioning and car use.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
4 days ago

Copenhagen achieves 100% electric bus network as Movia deploys 62 new units - Sustainable Bus

Movia has deployed 62 electric buses, achieving 72% electrification of its fleet and completing the transition of all municipal bus lines in Copenhagen to electric operation.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
#green-party
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

Arquivo: Deconstruction and Material Reuse for a Circular Architecture

The construction industry today faces an unavoidable paradox: the urgent need for sustainable solutions for the future of cities collides with the exhaustion of the term 'sustainability' itself, often reduced to a hollow commercial label.
Renovation
Gadgets
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Understanding the impact of smart technology on household energy consumption - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Smart home technology requires user action and guidance to effectively reduce energy bills, rather than relying solely on devices for savings.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
18 hours ago

Irish energy prices highest in EU and consumers face more rises in years ahead - ESRI warns

Annual household electricity bills in Ireland may rise by up to €106 in the next four years due to higher network tariffs.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
6 days ago

Should the government encourage people to work from home to save fuel?

Countries are responding to the fuel crisis with measures like remote work to reduce dependency on cars.
Digital life
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Environment
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

The fossil fuel illusion, and New York's chance to move beyond it

Dependence on fossil fuels makes nations vulnerable; transitioning to renewable energy is essential for economic and political stability.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
#openai
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation

OpenAI is pausing its UK data centre project due to high energy costs and regulatory concerns.
fromTheregister
5 days ago
London startup

OpenAI puts Stargate UK on ice over energy cost, regulations

OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK datacenter project due to regulatory and energy cost concerns, but plans to proceed when conditions improve.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation

OpenAI is pausing its UK data centre project due to high energy costs and regulatory concerns.
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

OpenAI puts Stargate UK on ice over energy cost, regulations

OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK datacenter project due to regulatory and energy cost concerns, but plans to proceed when conditions improve.
#data-centers
fromFuturism
1 week ago
OMG science

Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests

fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
European startups

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

European countries face energy transport challenges that limit the establishment of new data centers needed for AI compute demands.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Environment

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
Data science
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

Data Centres Are on Track to Wreck the Planet. Can We Stop Them? | The Walrus

Hyperscaled data centers consume massive power and water, raising concerns about their environmental impact.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests

Data centers are creating heat islands, raising land temperatures by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit and affecting over 340 million people.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

The latest in data centers, AI, and energy

Massive data centers are essential for AI development but raise concerns about their environmental and community impact.
European startups
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

European countries face energy transport challenges that limit the establishment of new data centers needed for AI compute demands.
Environment
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Germany news: Gas price hike higher than other EU countries

Gas prices in Germany have increased significantly compared to other EU countries, despite a new pricing regulation aimed at controlling costs.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
14 hours ago

The world ditched wasteful toilets, the US stayed behind

Toilet flushing methods in the US and Europe differ significantly, impacting water conservation efforts amid increasing water scarcity concerns.
World news
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

The Middle East's real vulnerability isn't oil - it's the desalination plants that supply 90% of its drinking water - Silicon Canals

The Middle East's reliance on desalinated water exposes significant vulnerabilities, particularly due to concentrated infrastructure and ongoing military conflicts.
Environment
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Pure/AVK self-powered Dublin datacentre dodges grid constraints | Computer Weekly

Europe's first microgrid-powered datacentre project faced significant challenges but is nearing completion after seven years of development.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

What will power the grid in 2035? The race is wide open | TechCrunch

Tech companies are seeking new energy sources due to AI's power demands, with fusion and fission startups gaining traction amid natural gas supply chain vulnerabilities.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
Environment
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Heat Waves Are Getting So Brutal That They Just Kill You, Full Stop

Wet bulb temperature is a critical measure of heat and humidity affecting human survivability, revealing a lower threshold for mass heat death than previously thought.
Barcelona
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

European Collective Housing Award Opens for Second Edition

The European Collective Housing Award seeks to highlight impactful collective housing projects and their supportive policy frameworks.
London startup
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Investors are going nuclear to keep UK's AI datacenters fed

Investors are increasingly funding nuclear power as a sustainable solution for the UK's datacenter energy needs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Record number of homes in Great Britain turn to green energy as fuel prices soar

Octopus Energy reported that its heat pump orders more than doubled in March compared to February, while sales of solar power systems increased by almost 80%. This trend reflects a growing consumer shift towards renewable energy solutions.
Environment
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Heat pumps for new homes, and plug-in solar due in shops in months

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, supported by public donations.
Environment
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Britain's electricity is its 'most British' in over 20 YEARS

Britain's electricity generation is the most domestically sourced in over 20 years, with 53% generated in the UK and 46% imported.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
4 weeks ago

More NYC Households to Qualify for Energy Efficiency Upgrades Under Tweaked State Program

New York State adjusted Empower+ income eligibility criteria to increase energy-saving retrofit projects in city households, addressing previous underrepresentation where only 7 percent of projects occurred in the five boroughs since 2010.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Turkey to race ahead of EU on battery storage amid fossil fuel crisis

Turkey has approved more battery capacity for its electricity grid than any EU member state, signaling a shift in clean energy investment dynamics.
Environment
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The solution to America's energy crisis starts with homes

Home solar and storage systems provide energy independence during severe storms, highlighting the need for a shift in America's energy infrastructure approach.
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Mining the city to build homes from demolition waste

Rotor DC and similar organizations across Europe salvage and resell reclaimed building materials from demolished structures to promote urban mining and circular economy practices.
Environment
fromFortune
5 days ago

Data centers are destroying states' clean energy dreams | Fortune

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The danger and value of water are in my blood': how rain fences are making Dutch homes more climate resilient

Rain fences are designed to store rainwater, reducing pressure on drainage systems during heavy downpours and preserving water for gardens during dry spells. This innovative approach is gaining attention in neighborhoods like Veldhoven, where residents are eager to learn about the costs and benefits of such installations.
Environment
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Europe of clean, green cities and resurgent industry is a fantasy unless we get really creative | Hans Larsson

Europe eliminated heavy industry from its cities, creating livable urban spaces while outsourcing manufacturing and labor to other regions, leaving local residents economically displaced.
#solar-energy
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How to make your home shockproof when energy prices go wild

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs by installing solar panels and heat pumps, leading to lower electricity and gas expenses.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Inside the radical plan to power London's tube network with solar energy

London Underground will be powered by solar energy delivering up to 65,000 megawatt hours annually, supporting two-thirds of the Victoria line's consumption and saving 27,000 tonnes of carbon over 25 years.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How to make your home shockproof when energy prices go wild

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs by installing solar panels and heat pumps, leading to lower electricity and gas expenses.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Inside the radical plan to power London's tube network with solar energy

London Underground will be powered by solar energy delivering up to 65,000 megawatt hours annually, supporting two-thirds of the Victoria line's consumption and saving 27,000 tonnes of carbon over 25 years.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
#geothermal-energy
NYC real estate
fromSmart Cities Dive
1 month ago

Brooklyn project shows feasibility of using geothermal in dense urban areas

LCOR completed the largest district geothermal project in New York City at 1515 Surf Avenue, demonstrating feasibility of major geothermal systems in dense urban environments despite higher upfront costs offset by lower lifecycle expenses.
NYC real estate
fromSmart Cities Dive
1 month ago

Brooklyn project shows feasibility of using geothermal in dense urban areas

LCOR completed the largest district geothermal project in New York City at 1515 Surf Avenue, demonstrating feasibility of major geothermal systems in dense urban environments despite higher upfront costs offset by lower lifecycle expenses.
Environment
fromTheregister
1 week ago

AI datacenters create heat islands around them, paper finds

Datacenters significantly raise surrounding temperatures, impacting communities up to 10 km away, with average increases between 1.5°C and 2.4°C.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

Konvekta to present CO-based thermal management systems for electric buses at mobility move 2026 - Sustainable Bus

Heating, cooling, and battery temperature control are among the biggest energy consumers in electric buses today - and thus have a direct impact on range, availability, and operating costs.
Alternative transportation
Environment
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Why Nuclear Expansion Should Be a Nonstarter for New York

Restarting Indian Point's reactors poses unacceptable risks, while Holtec's plans for nuclear expansion raise significant concerns about safety and financial accountability.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

New heat network rules tokenistic, says homeowner

New communal heating regulations add billing and complaints protections but exclude a price cap, leaving residents facing unexpectedly high heating bills and affordability pressures.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron': how the world's greenest country soured on solar

We say yes to fields of wheat, and we say no to fields of iron! Jernmarker, or iron fields, was chosen as the Danish word of the year in December after the solar backlash swayed municipal elections and prompted some councils to pull projects.
Environment
#heat-pumps
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Real estate

Exclusive: Gradient's heat pumps get new smarts to enable old building retrofits | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Real estate

Exclusive: Gradient's heat pumps get new smarts to enable old building retrofits | TechCrunch

Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Drive more slowly and work from home to help ease energy crisis, IEA urges

Governments are urged to implement measures to reduce energy consumption amid high prices due to the Gulf conflict.
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

More NYCHA Apartments to Get Climate-Friendly Heat Pumps

Over 700 Beach 41st Street Houses units will switch to electric heat pumps, reducing pollution and improving reliability compared with aging fossil-fuel boilers.
#heat-pump-technology
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How heat pumps work in cold weather

Heat pumps function effectively in extreme cold temperatures, with air-source models operating reliably down to minus 25°C and ground-source systems providing even greater efficiency by accessing stable underground heat sources.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Do heat pumps work in cold weather?

Heat pumps function effectively in extreme cold temperatures, with refrigerants operating below minus 40°C and air-source models working reliably at minus 25°C, making them viable alternatives to fossil fuel heating systems even in harsh climates.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How heat pumps work in cold weather

Heat pumps function effectively in extreme cold temperatures, with air-source models operating reliably down to minus 25°C and ground-source systems providing even greater efficiency by accessing stable underground heat sources.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Do heat pumps work in cold weather?

Heat pumps function effectively in extreme cold temperatures, with refrigerants operating below minus 40°C and air-source models working reliably at minus 25°C, making them viable alternatives to fossil fuel heating systems even in harsh climates.
Environment
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Germans swear by this 5-minute winter habit that keeps homes healthier and cuts heating costs - Silicon Canals

Open windows fully for five minutes several times daily to quickly replace humid indoor air with dry outdoor air, reducing condensation and mold.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Plans to power London landmarks with Thames heat

A £72.7 million communal heat network will use a River Thames heat pump to provide low-carbon heating for Waterloo and South Bank landmarks.
Environment
fromianVisits
2 months ago

New heat network plans to tap the Thames to warm London's South Bank

The Waterloo and South Bank Heat Network will draw low‑carbon heat from the River Thames to heat buildings, backed by Hemiko and government funding.
Environment
fromsyracuse
1 month ago

Virtual power plants could save New Yorkers billions: What's holding them back?

Virtual power plants of networked home batteries can stabilize New York's grid, reduce fossil fuel use, and save billions while lowering household energy costs.
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Building a liveable capital by 2040 - the infrastructure, talent and sustainability trade-offs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Liveability depends on functioning infrastructure, a thriving talent ecosystem, and sustainable resilience, achieved through deliberate, transparent trade-offs focused on long-term outcomes.
Environment
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Data Center Boom Is Fueling an Expansion of Natural Gas Projects

Rapid expansion of AI data centers is driving deployment of natural-gas turbines, risking a substantial increase in fossil-fuel emissions and negative climate consequences.
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