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The measurement of the technical efficiency of electricity grids is not a deterministic exercise but rather one with a stochastic nature. Stochastic Frontier Analysis can provide confidence intervals for the factors affecting the operational efficiency of DSOs and thus, contribute significantly to the optimised allocation of their resources on asset management (predictive maintenance, technical equipment stock preservation), and the reduction of the relevant operational costs.

A 2021 report ranked the utility industry as the most at risk from climate hazards. Learn four other trends impacting the industry and driving the need for Energy 4.0 technologies. https://bit.ly/48NSEXx #systemswithintelligence #swi #energy4.0

The IPCC's #SSPs are important to understanding our future climate. Each SSP outlines ways the world might change in the future, including different types of energy generation, rates of population growth, economic development and land uses. These lead to different levels of greenhouse gas emissions over time. Learn more about each SSP with our new fact sheet. #NESP Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Simple... at least in practise What is behind the energy transition we need to realise as soon as possible? Replacing the use of fossil fuels in every part of the economy. That implies that the fossil-fueled system has to progressively disappear while the low-carbon alternative is deployed. The graph below is a perfect illustration. Looks smooth- right? Well, this type of graphical representation not only masks the difficulty of the task but even more importantly all the bumps that we will have to encounter on the way: the mid-transition, or the messy middle (https://lnkd.in/e7M2uEGY). Those bumps will have multiple causes: non-optimised system, conflicts between short-term actions and long-term objectives, resistance from incumbents, failures (not everything will work first time, some avenues will prove dead end, etc), volatile climate policies, politisation of climate debates, etc... An important topic that is not discussed enough IMHO. But we need to find ways to navigate through the storms. It is not enough to know the destination, the path we take and the weather conditions are important factors for the length and difficulty of the trip. Source of the graph: https://lnkd.in/eChc5-Yv A great read on the mid-transition: https://lnkd.in/eUPBQcKg #energytransition #messymiddle #climatechange #climatesolutions

Scientists have the tools to directly link extreme weather events to #climatechange, revealing how much human activity has intensified hurricanes, heatwaves, floods, and more. Recent studies show climate change has made these events more frequent and severe, causing billions in damages. The urgency for a swift transition to #renewableenergy has never been more clear. It’s not just a future problem—significant impacts are happening now. Solar energy combined with #batterystorage can help keep the power on during climate-driven storms and extreme weather, providing critical resilience for communities that need it the most, especially in remote or vulnerable areas where power outages can be life-threatening. Unlike fossil fuels, solar power provides a reliable, sustainable energy source that mitigates the impacts of climate change. Investing in #solarenergy isn't just a choice for the environment; it's a necessary step forward to a secure and resilient future. More from National Geographic.

As heat waves become more frequent and intense, the vulnerability of power transformers is thrust into the spotlight. Join us as we delve into the complexities of this pressing issue and explore strategies to safeguard our electrical grid against the impacts of climate change. https://lnkd.in/gxzk3rfx #HeatWaves #PowerTransformers #ClimateChange #GridResilience #InfrastructureVulnerability

Extreme weather caused by climate change increasingly threatens utility infrastructure. A new study from Duke Energy utilizes cutting-edge technology and builds on a decade of climate resilience planning to examine these risks and outline the plan to adapt to them. Check out this on-demand ICF Climate Center webinar to learn more. https://okt.to/JM4WFD

While there are 100s of #climate datasets available, there are numerous gaps that still exist. EPRI's Climate Data Gaps resource, released today, takes stock of many of these current gaps that are important to address for #energy sector planning and operations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjJaZNS3

The power grid is an important tool in the fight against climate change. What technologies, innovation, and expertise will help accelerate its decarbonization? #SLBNewEnergy #PowerIndustry

As climate change continues to be a more persistent issue, so do efforts to combat it. Specifically, decarbonization – the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions using low carbon power sources – is helping lead the way. Here’s how Motivair’s Heat Pump can help you leverage low carbon power sources and save energy to help aid your decarbonization efforts >> https://lnkd.in/dcP6ZYq #VerticalSystems #Motivair #HeatPumps #Decarbonization #EnergyEfficiency