More than half of the world’s 7.8 billion people live in cities and urban areas. By 2050, an additional 2.5 billion will be living there. As that figure continues to climb and ever more people flock to metropolitan areas in the hope of a better life, the big question is: how do we fit everyone in?
Supporting cities to take the lead on climate action could help G7 governments deliver a quick and efficient green recovery, but they must offer cities direct funding, say BloombergNEF and C40 Cities
Now COP26 has finished, we need new solutions to prove that the UK can achieve the government’s goal and reach net zero by 2050. Now, a partnership between South Wales and western England is poised to become a green energy super cluster.
A new generation of buildings at the grid edge, where smart building meets smart grid, is contributing to the decarbonisation, digitalisation and democratisation of the energy system. Thomas Kiessling, CTO of Siemens Smart Infrastructure, explains the transformative power of the grid-interactive building.
Climate change is magnifying threats such as flooding, wildfires, tropical storms and drought. In 2020 the US experienced a record-breaking 22 weather and climate disasters that each caused at least $1bn in damage. So far in 2021, the count stands at 18.
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The majority of African cities are struggling with flooding, housing deficits and poor sewerage connectivity, all of which are caused by poor planning and rapid urbanisation.
Smart electrical infrastructure at the low and medium-voltage levels is a fundamental element of a fully networked energy system. Andreas Matthé of Siemens Smart Infrastructure outlines how greater connectivity is building intelligence into electrification.
Nearly a decade after David Cameron launched Tech City, Shoreditch has been dramatically transformed. But what is the initiative’s legacy?
Decentralised generation will serve shifting electricity requirements, but also brings unique challenges. How can microgrids help deliver reliable, sustainable solutions? And what lessons are being drawn from Siemens own microgrid, powering its campus in Vienna?
Allowing micro-mobility operators to have a significant presence across the city and building an effective dockless network will help incentivise Londoners to hop on a bike.
Rising levels of vehicle traffic, industrial activity and urban sprawl are contributing to rising levels of air pollution across the global south. This is particularly the case in cities where urbanisation is progressing fastest.
The number of high heat days is increasing rapidly across the world, and the implications for businesses are profound.
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