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The urban population will continue to grow across the world. We are not fully aware of the impact on the energy consumption by air conditioning systems installed in the densely populated residential areas. A research study needs to be undertaken to look at the energy consumption with Room AC outdoor units mounted on the external surface against a centralized cooling solution using high efficiency chillers in high rise buildings. Additional considerations should be the heat stack effect and effect of wind on outdoor unit airflow.

The Second winner of the 2024 OWWA / WEAO Climate Action Award is Durham Region (The Regional Municipality of Durham) - winner for the GHG Reduction / Mitigation Stream! The Region of Durham developed a long-term greenhouse gas strategy specific to its water and wastewater assets which aligned with the Region’s Corporate Climate Action Plan commitment of net-zero by 2045. The strategy includes a comprehensive GHG inventory inclusive of process emissions of methane and nitrous oxide, re-baselining its historical inventory, established interim GHG reduction targets, developed an action plan for GHG reduction, and identified areas for future improvement to move towards the 2045 net-zero target. Durham Region’s framework for developing the strategy has already been levered by other Ontario municipalities. The strategy was developed by Jacobs.

In 2022, World Resources Institute and WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development began the reexamination process for the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP), looking to enhance the protocol's accuracy and relevance in the face of evolving climate goals. The GHGP, launched in 1998 by WRI and WBCSD, has been a crucial tool for organizations to measure and report greenhouse gas emissions. Its evolution has made it an essential resource for climate commitments worldwide. As organizations ramp up efforts to adopt the GHGP for their emissions accounting, concerns about its effectiveness have emerged. Are the emissions reductions genuine? Are there areas for improvement? To answer these questions, we hosted a series of workshops from 2022-2023, bringing together key experts and stakeholders. Read the commentary: ehttps://lnkd.in/d2M4E7Jx Read the workshop summary: https://lnkd.in/dPK7hRz6

Resource Synergy is excited to transition our Climate collaboration with the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe from the Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) to a Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP). CCAP is a strategic framework adopted by tribes to address climate change through mitigation, adaptation, and resilience measures. A CCAP outlines goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting sustainable transportation, and protecting natural resources. These plans typically include community engagement, policy recommendations, and timelines to achieve climate objectives, ensuring a coordinated approach to building a sustainable, low-carbon future for the community. CCAPS are part of the EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) program, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The CPRG provides significant support to states, municipalities, and tribes for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. #ClimateChange #ClimateAction #ResourceSynergy

New York Grasping for Another Way to Chase Out Business and Residents Roger Caiazza illustrates the futility of expecting anything useful to come out of the New York State Legislature, particularly on the subject of climate. https://lnkd.in/ezjkBnuC #RGGI #NYCI #ClimateAct #CLCPA #Kelles #Climate #EnvironmentalJustice #Hochul

“How we adapt our built environment to the undisputed impacts of climate change that are already around us, is as critically important as reducing emissions to be net zero.” Hydrock’s, Rebecca Lydon is a steering group member for the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC)’s upcoming project to create a Climate Resilience Roadmap – applications to join the task group are now open. Rebecca has spoken of the importance of this work: “This commitment to develop the UK’s first Climate Resilience Roadmap will provide the knowledge, awareness and an evidence-based pathway to help the built environment adapt to the existing and emerging irreversible impacts of climate change. “I hope stakeholders from all sectors – investors, public bodies, insurers, developers – will join the programme to shape a roadmap that gives us all the evidence base, metrics, guidance and targets to adapt our built assets and make them productive and viable in the changing world that we will encounter in the coming years. “Only by adapting, and also respecting our natural environment, will we secure long-term value from the assets we enjoy today.” Learn more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/esHmrwik #UKGBC #ClimateResilience #NetZero #CarbonEmissions

One step forward towards net-zero targets. ABB`s commitment is to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions 80 percent by 2030 and 100 percent by 2050 (versus a 2019 baseline). For Scope 3, the targets are to reduce emissions 25 percent by 2030 and 90 percent by 2050 (2022 baseline).

🌍 Exciting News for ABB! 🌿 We've had our net-zero targets approved by SBTi! 🎉 The private sector plays a crucial role in reducing global GHG emissions. Setting robust, transparent climate goals aligned with the latest science is essential. We're proud to have our net-zero targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Our goals: 🔋 Scope 1 & 2: 80% reduction by 2030, 100% by 2050 (2019 baseline) 🌐 Scope 3: 25% reduction by 2030, 90% by 2050 (2022 baseline) This validation supports our commitment to the Paris Agreement and a sustainable future! 🌱 #NetZero #ClimateAction #Sustainability #GHGReduction #SBTi #GreenFuture #CorporateResponsibility #ClimateGoals #ParisAgreement

Panel 3 of the Melbourne session of our 2023 Corporate Climate Masterclass series will take a look at the current, and future, state of Australia's ACCU Scheme. The Independent Review into ACCUs released at the beginning of the year found that while the scheme was sound, there were a number of updates required for continued improvement. We take a look at the progress on implementing these recommendations with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, before also taking in the market perspective and considerations for future supply constraints with the Clean Energy Regulator. Finally we look at lessons learnt from the past decade of the Carbon Farming Initiative Act, and future review opportunities with the Climate Change Authority. IN PERSON PLACES AT CAPACITY. View virtual participation options here: https://lnkd.in/g4RVSpVm With speakers: John Connor (CMI), Kate Lea-Perry (Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water), Aimee Pickens (Clean Energy Regulator) and Eliza Murray (Climate Change Authority) #corporatesustainability #corporateresponsibility #sustainabilityreporting #corporatedisclosure #climatedisclosure #transparency #transition #justrtransition #carbonmarkets #carbonabatement #emissionsreduction #climateaction #climatechange #climatefinance #climatepolicy #netzero #netnegative

The Environmental Defense Fund recently unveiled the Natural Climate Solutions Crediting Handbook. This essential guide aims to demystify NCS crediting, empowering stakeholders to navigate the complex landscape of conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of nature.    💡 Suzi Kerr, EDF’s Chief Economist, underscores the importance of clarity in NCS crediting. The Handbook addresses uncertainties and controversies, providing insights for decision-makers in generating, financing, and purchasing high-integrity NCS credits.    🌍 NCS activities span various ecosystems, offering diverse avenues for emissions reduction. The Handbook sheds light on how NCS crediting works, scales up, and tackles ongoing debates in climate action.    📚 Accompanying issue briefs delve into crediting fundamentals, design, and equity considerations. As the NCS crediting space evolves, ongoing briefs will provide deeper insights.    🔗 Dive into the Natural Climate Solutions Crediting Handbook and Briefing Series for informed decisions in climate action! Visit https://lnkd.in/emu9QH2v for more details! #ClimateAction #NCS #CarbonCredits 🌎🌳