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"As buildings and construction continue to pursue more sustainable options, outfitting and energy consumption, all-electric and electrification is becoming a trend. All-electric, however, demands electricity that may require unsustainable sources such as fossil fuel power plants. But it may also be supplied by electricity from clean energy sources such as wind, solar and nuclear." Read more of Jim Romeo's story here! ⚡️ https://hubs.ly/Q02VnR1N0

Natural Gas in Crosshairs as DOE Aiming to Decarbonize Commercial, Residential Buildings

🎲 Game-Changed: Low-Carbon Electric Heating⚡️ The UK’s electricity grid is cleaner than ever, thanks to the rapid growth of renewables like wind, solar, and nuclear. As carbon intensity of electricity continues to fall, it’s reshaping how we think about energy in construction. Direct electric heating—once overlooked for its carbon and cost implications—is now a highly viable, low-emission alternative to traditional fuels like natural gas. With grid emissions dropping, electric solutions like heat pumps and electric boilers offer a smaller carbon footprint and zero on-site emissions. For UK construction, this is a turning point: • Easier compliance with ever stricter environmental regulations. • Future-proofing for continued grid decarbonisation. • Boosting sustainability credentials to meet ESG targets. As the grid gets greener, the case for electric heating only grows stronger. Let’s embrace change and build a cleaner, more sustainable future. #sustainability #mep #electricheating #carbonreduction #buildingservices #energyefficiency CIBSE BSRIA Follow Checkmark MEP for more key insights into what’s current and affecting design in the UK building services industry!

#climatepolicy #climatechange #energysources #ontario #canada #electricalgrid #energypolicy #naturalgas #energylawcanada #energylawontario #federalvsprovincialpolicies - Clash over natural gas comes to Ontario's electrical grid https://lnkd.in/gERGxKKz

🌍 England Leads the Way by Phasing Out Thermal Power Plants! 🔋 In a monumental step towards sustainability, England has officially ceased operations at its last thermal power plants. This decision marks a historic turning point in the journey to combat climate change, setting an example for the world to follow. By embracing cleaner energy sources like wind, solar, and nuclear power, the UK continues to drive its ambitious agenda for a carbon-neutral future by 2050. 🚀 🔑 Key Benefits: 1. Reduced Carbon Emissions – Taking major strides in cutting down pollution. 2. Energy Innovation – Increased investment in renewable energy technologies. 3. Healthier Environment – Cleaner air, greener ecosystems, and sustainable growth. This is a clear message that the future of energy is renewable! 🌿⚡ #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #GreenFuture #NetZero2050 #Innovation #UK

🙌  Big Win! 🙌  I parked and charged my electric car for free today in downtown Oak Park! The Village of Oak Park has made EV adoption a priority, and their leadership has earned them recognition from ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus 👏 👏 👏 🤔 Why would a local government give away free energy? Simple: Cleaner air By investing ~30 cents in "free" electricity, the Village eliminated 9 kG of CO2 emissions while reducing ambient noise and particulate pollution. And since Illinois gets ~65% of its electricity from nuclear, solar, and wind, the energy powering my EV doesn't come from dirty, coal-fired power plants. 🌳 🍎 🥪 Is this what made my lunch in the park so pleasant? It's impossible to know for sure, but I say yes. Sources: https://lnkd.in/g-AbJXwj https://lnkd.in/gwRvxWWp

The hits keep coming. Peter Gregg, CEO of Nova Scotia Power, talks with Don and I this week about decarbonizing Nova Scotia's electricity grid, how it will be done, timing, the investment required and impact on ratepayers. Lots of good insight here on the complexities of the transition, the need for baseload power and the benefits strengthening the electricity connections with New Brunswick. https://lnkd.in/ehPk-xam

The Eight Stages of Grieving for Australian Conservation Foundation, Climate Council, World Wildlife Fund: 1) Support construction of lots of wind and solar factories. 2) Shocked by the scale of environmental destruction caused by the wind and solar factories and transmission lines https://lnkd.in/gEwn6UW5. 3) Tell yourself that the environmental destruction is ok because "we need to save the planet". 4) Shocked that Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) plans to build a parallel fossil fuel generation system to power the grid when the sun doesn't shine. 5) Support lots of battery proposals so we don't need as much fossil fuel backup generation. 6) Shocked that the grid scale batteries needed are prohibitively expensive, and like wind and solar factories need to be replaced every 10 to 25 years. 7) Support construction of nuclear power plants. 8) Regret not supporting nuclear sooner.

A new generation of geothermal power systems could access extreme temperatures deep underground – and disused fossil fuel power stations could provide an ideal opportunity to turn that heat into electricity. We spoke to developer Quaise Energy about how it plans to transform the race to net zero. #netzero #geothermal #geothermalenergy #geothermalpower #energy #engineering