Renewable Energy
Electricity is versatile in terms of its potential uses, but some industrial processes will be difficult to decarbonise. Cement, steel and plastics manufacturing, in particular, pose major challenges. Emissions from cement manufacture could be reduced by as much as 40% by electrifying the heat processes currently fuelled using fossil fuels. Electrified of industrial processes also supports the development and application of advanced energy management. Electricity still has a potentially useful role to play in the decarbonisation of hard-to-treat industrial sectors, says John Bellona. Bellona, An Industry Guide to Climate Action, 2018 2018, 15, https://network.bellona.org/content/uploads/sites/sites.com/ 2018///11/2018/ /11/23/ 2017/ Williamson/ Williamson- Williamson- 2018/ Williamson. Williamson-Baronona. Williamson, Williamson-D Williamson-son- Williamson. and Williamson-T Williamson.
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Data has transformed how utilities operate, by expanding the volume and resolution of energy use data. The acceleration of electrification and decarbonization will make managing data as a strategic asset increasingly necessary. Data driven decision making creates operational efficiencies and drives cost reductions.
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John F. Kennedy provided the leadership to get to the moon by setting the clear target. NASA drove the plan to overcome the many constraints that existed back in 1961. To achieve net zero definitely needs vision and leadership, but it also needs a realistic plan.
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