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The utility of the future? Think shopping mall
The energy world is about to turn upside down. With the coming of smart grid, the electricity consumer becomes the electricity seller; the passive home appliance becomes the active energy manager; the grid repairman becomes the grid itself. Such an upheaval means that the energy world needs to start thinking about a new business model, says a recent report by IBM Global Business Services ...
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Flywheel energy storage control for use with intermittent energy source
Systems used to extract renewable energy often are subject to suboptimal working conditions due to the intermittent nature of most renewable energy sources. The flywheel energy storage system suggested in this paper utilises an electronic clutch that engages and disengages the generator from the flywheel of the renewable energy system in an attempt to prevent the generator rotor from coming to a ...
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How to monitor your energy consumption effectively
An increased need to act on energy management issues has put a priority on aM&T systems for any company wanting to monitor their energy use effectively. Rising energy costs and the current economic crisis have put an increased focus on controlling costs, providing more reasons than ever to act on energy management issues. Industrial and commercial organisations are seen themselves ...
By Vital Energi
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Palmdale Water District Wind Turbine Project
In response to the 2001 California energy crisis, Black & Veatch acted as the owner's engineer through the construction and commissioning phases of the largest net-metered wind energy project in the United States. The California energy crisis in 2001 made headlines around the world. The country's most populous state was caught in a power delivery squeeze and was beset with runaway ...
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Case study - Synapsys - Making a splash in energy excellence
Synapsys makes a splash in energy excellence Synapsys, UK leader in developing and supplying innovative communication interfaces for the built environment, is at the high-tech heart of a low carbon leisure centre building which has received a top accreditation for energy saving and attracted half a million visitors in its first year. The £7million new Wolverton Leisure Centre in Milton ...
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Applications of Din Rail Energy Meter
The din rail energy meter is a widely used energy measuring device in various scenarios. Its high accuracy, stability, reliability, and easy installation make it widely applicable in many fields. The following will provide a detailed explanation of the applications of din rail energy meters.I. Industrial production fieldIndustrial production is one of the main application scenarios for din rail ...
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Case study - Multi-tenant building energy efficiency
Buildings accounted for roughly 40% of total U.S. energy consumption in 2010, according to the United States Energy Information Association. “[New York] City's roughly 1 million buildings cost $15 billion a year to power and heat and account for 80% of the city's greenhouse gas emissions”(1). The proliferation of smart energy devices and building management systems will result in the ...
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Are you wasting the cashback potential of energy audits?
If the government offered your business £20 cashback on every £100 you spent on energy, you would probably head for the front of the queue. Yet that's exactly the sort of money saving opportunity an energy audit can deliver. The Carbon Trust's analysis of a sample of recent ESOS energy savings opportunities assessments showed that an average cost reduction of 20% was achievable ...
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Powering Efficiency: Effective Energy Management in Facilities
Effective energy management is a crucial aspect of facility management that holds the key to unlocking significant cost savings, enhancing sustainability, and minimising environmental impact. By implementing strategic energy management practices, facilities can optimise their energy consumption, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to a greener future. In this week’s article, we ...
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