Members of the Forbes Technology Council have prepared TOP-14 of the most promising environmental technological solutions that can potentially help in the fight against climate change.
These developments will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to sustainable development, Forbes reports.
Online government and business services
- Online government and business services
The article noted that governments and businesses should focus their efforts on providing services online. This will help save energy on movement, as well as reduce emissions from building operation.
- Public cloud
The article emphasized that private data processing centers cannot provide optimal conditions for power, cooling and space. Also, many customers will be able to use such clouds.
- Electric cars
Experts believe that electric vehicles have the potential to significantly reduce the carbon footprint and mitigate the effects of climate change. After all, the transport sector is one of the largest sources of global greenhouse gas emissions.
- Vertical farming
It is noted that vertical farming requires minimal amounts of water and energy and can produce higher yields per unit of land. This approach to food production is more sustainable and energy efficient. In addition, vertical farming allows food to be grown in areas with limited arable land.
- Web optimization
CEO of Mathison Projects Inc. Jacob Matheson explained that images and videos posted on the Internet require a significant amount of energy and data. Web optimization will help to make sites more ecological without losing the quality of using the network.
- Energy storage systems
It is noted that energy storage systems will allow accumulate excess energy and reduce dependence on traditional energy sources. The development of these technologies can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce energy costs, and provide stable and reliable energy.
- Virtual conferences
"The most ecological transport is virtual! Instead of requiring in-person meetings, allow virtual presence,” said Bottle Rocket VP of Technology Luke Wallace.
He emphasized that submitting documents for obtaining permits in an online format, online meetings and other remote events save the planet's resources as much as possible.
- Smart Grid technology
The article explained that Smart Grid is the application of advanced sensors, communication and control systems to increase the sustainability and efficiency of the electric grid. The technology will allow utilities to monitor and control the flow of electricity in real time, which can minimize costs, increase system sustainability and use more renewable energy sources.
- Hydrogen technology
Members of the Technical Council believe that hydrogen has the potential for real change in the energy sector and transport.
- Geothermal energy
It is noted that geothermal energy is more clean and sustainable than wind and solar energy. Thus, water is pumped into hot underground reservoirs, which are then used to generate electricity at a geothermal power plant. The oil and gas industry has significant advantages in the development of this technology.
- Airless tires
The article emphasized that such tires do not need to be replaced due to punctures. In addition, they do not explode, which will reduce the number of traffic jams and accidents. They also require less maintenance.
- Ecological aviation fuel
ZirconTech CEO Andres Zunino emphasized that such fuel will help reduce aviation emissions by up to 80%.
- Transformation of thermal energy of the ocean
Ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) technology can have a significant impact on energy production, it said. After all, it uses the temperature difference between the warm surface waters of the ocean and the cold deep waters. It is a reliable source of energy because the temperature difference of the ocean is constant and predictable.
- Satellite solar panels
Space Foundation COO Shelley Brunswick explained that satellite renewable energy systems use solar panels in space to collect and transmit clean energy to Earth, bypassing the need for power lines and reducing the impact of weather on energy production. This technology can provide a permanent source of green energy, especially for remote or underserved regions, with the added potential of increasing energy security and independence.
As EcoPolitic previously reported, the Ukrainian delegation presented 12 environmental startups at the world's largest annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, USA.
