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Why Building Energy Resilience Is a Must
By Annika Moman, Member at Large Climate Change and Sustainability, IEEE Power & Energy Society
The need to address the effects of extreme weather is becoming greater by the day. Whether it is a hurricane, drought, heat wave, winter storm or wildfire, all of which we’ve endured in the past year, the increasing extreme weather events we are witnessing around the world are the latest reminders of our growing climate challenges. These events also impact the critical energy grid and infrastructure communities and nations depend on.
STEM Educators Play in Addressing Climate Change Challenges
Even with the end of hurricane season, America was once again reminded of the tragic and devastating impact that extreme weather and hurricanes can have on our communities. This hurricane season brought devastation, loss of life, and infrastructure damage comparable with some of history’s worst natural disasters.
2024 Climate Change Survey Results
For the second year in a row, the (PES) commissioned a nationwide survey to understand the public’s perceptions of climate change and the role engineers play in addressing it.
Artificial Intelligence Will Unlock the Era of Energy Efficiency
By Diane Watkins, IEEE PES Vice President of Technical Activities
The Energy Revolution Is Emptying Our Pocketbook. We Need To Rethink the Economics of Climate Change
As the effects of a changing climate continue to impact nearly every corner of the world, the challenges posed to the world’s electric grids and our respective economies will, as every year passes, become increasingly stark.
Global Energy Inequity: The Importance of Leaving No Nation Behind
The challenge of energy reliability, or the ability to keep the power on to meet current and future demand, is a real one.
In the Face of Extreme Weather, Resiliency is Engineered
Over the past 10 days, America has once again been reminded of the tragic and devasting impact that hurricanes can have on communities. What is different this time, however, is that the extent of human loss and infrastructure damage from Hurricane Helene extended far inland, and far beyond the coastal impact on Florida; bringing heavy rains and flooding as far north as North Carolina and Virginia.
To Fight Climate Change, We Must Invest More in the Right Places
Climate change is not a new concern. Scientists have been sounding a steady drumbeat for decades. In 1970, Earth Day was organized as the first large-scale environmental movement calling for the protection of all life on earth. In the 54 years since, over 1 billion people mobilize each Earth Day with renewed enthusiasm for protecting our planet — yet the threat posed by climate change and the need to act grows.
2023 Survey on the Role of Engineers in Addressing Climate Change
Last fall, IEEE PES commissioned a nationwide survey to gauge the public’s perception of climate change, and specifically the role of engineers in driving solutions to combat climate change.
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In the Face of Extreme Weather, Resiliency is Engineered
By Dr. Shay Bahramirad, IEEE PES President
To Fight Climate Change, We Must Invest More in the Right Places
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Survey on the Role of Engineers in Addressing Climate Change
Last fall, IEEE PES commissioned a nationwide survey to gauge the public’s perception of climate change, and specifically the role of engineers in driving solutions to combat climate change.
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IEEE PES Perspectives
Our members have made climate change initiatives a priority. Read what they have to say about power and energy, and how we can make a difference through the smart applications of technology.
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Interview with Daniel Kirschen – New Energy Lifestyles
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International (IRENA, USEA, USAID) – Climate Change and Energy Access Issues
Power Grid Resilience Under Climate Change
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The Water-Energy-Food Nexus in the Face of the Changing Global Climate
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The Role of Demand Response in Climate Change Technology Options
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