Policy
Apple hosts largest private fuel cell installation in U.S.
At the company's North Carolina data center, 60 percent of energy will be produced by its own renewable sources. Read More
7 steps to effective energy management
Why organizations need both the ability and the desire to systematically implement pollution prevention and energy efficiency opportunities into business operations. Read More
What can Hong Kong teach China about urban sustainability?
Given what has worked in Hong Kong and the looming challenges the city faces, the private sector is well-positioned to provide leadership in creating a more holistic view. Read More
Using DC power to save energy — and end the war on currents
With the large number of DC powered devices in buildings, and with DC generation now utilized in many newer structures, we need to maximize its use -- and stop conversion waste. Read More
Small startup brings big data tools to the smart grid
AutoGrid Systems is the newest startup to tackle the big (and unstructured) data smart grid challenge. Read More
How Safeway turned energy management into a competitive edge
After centralizing data that detailed its consumption and spending habits, the grocery giant mitigated risk through negotiating stable rates and long-term purchase agreements. Read More
Urban interventions: Landscape architects take back the streets
As cities become more populated, planners are going to have to start thinking hard about open spaces. Read More
Virtual energy storage: Using buildings as batteries
How to save tens of billions of dollars, create a catalyst for the renewable energy industry, improve utility profitability, strengthen security and slow global climate change. Read More
How to measure the ROI of LEED
Measuring the costs and benefits of LEED certification is easier now that multiple studies have shown green buildings sell for higher prices and draw higher rents. Read More
The $31 billion startup: Q&A with Schneider Electric's Jeff Drees
One of the global leaders in smart grid industrial hardware sees big data, software and collaboration as key to the company's future success Read More