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View article: Exploring the dynamics of public acceptance factors and drone transport planning towards sustainable transitions
Exploring the dynamics of public acceptance factors and drone transport planning towards sustainable transitions Open
Improving accessibility and decarbonization of the transport sector using drones involves technology and infrastructure-related considerations that must meet public expectations. This paper, set primarily in Europe, aims to identify (a) te…
View article: Improved Energy Management in the Hotel Industry, Energy Key Performance Indicators, Benchmarking, and Taxonomy Methodology
Improved Energy Management in the Hotel Industry, Energy Key Performance Indicators, Benchmarking, and Taxonomy Methodology Open
Energy management in the hotel industry remains a cornerstone in mitigating climate change. To successfully deploy energy management practices, correct energy KPIs are needed. Moreover, the development of a uniform taxonomy on how to class…
View article: Decision making about increased building automation – barriers, drivers and motivation factors
Decision making about increased building automation – barriers, drivers and motivation factors Open
Energy efficiency has been identified as a way of addressing the need to reduce climate impact from fossil fuels. Furthermore, the ongoing twin transition may provide better and more energy-efficient control of buildings with systems such …
View article: Energy renovation of Swedish single-family houses—a survey of barriers, drivers, and green loans
Energy renovation of Swedish single-family houses—a survey of barriers, drivers, and green loans Open
According to the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, 55% of the EU’s emission reductions will require renovations of the least efficient buildings. Therefore, it is important to gain a deeper understanding of how owners of single-fa…
View article: Exploring energy management integration into upstream supply chains: a systematic literature review
Exploring energy management integration into upstream supply chains: a systematic literature review Open
In the effort to limit global warming to 1.5°C above the pre-industrial level, decarbonization of supply chains is crucial. Companies will need to reduce not only their direct and indirect emissions (scope 1 and 2) but also their indirect …
View article: Exploring the design of voluntary initiatives from the transition management perspective – A means for industrial decarbonization
Exploring the design of voluntary initiatives from the transition management perspective – A means for industrial decarbonization Open
Recent studies claim that national policies fall short of the ambitious goal to limit global temperature increase to well below 2°C, preferably 1.5°C, revealing an ambition gap between current commitments and those needed to reach climate …
View article: Simplified measurement and verification combined with quality assurance instruments: a more practical and accessible method for M&V of energy savings
Simplified measurement and verification combined with quality assurance instruments: a more practical and accessible method for M&V of energy savings Open
Energy efficiency (EE) is our “first fuel” and an essential resource in reaching climate goals, reducing dependence on fossil fuels, increasing security of supply, and many other “Multiple Benefits.” However, by their nature, savings are i…
View article: Success Factors and Barriers for Facility Management in Keeping Nearly-Zero-Energy Non-Residential Buildings Energy-Efficient over Time
Success Factors and Barriers for Facility Management in Keeping Nearly-Zero-Energy Non-Residential Buildings Energy-Efficient over Time Open
Energy efficiency is a cornerstone of climate change mitigation. For buildings, facility management is an essential part of achieving efficient energy use while keeping tenants satisfied. This interview study explores success factors and b…
View article: Potential contribution of prioritized spatial allocation of nature-based solutions to climate neutrality in major EU cities
Potential contribution of prioritized spatial allocation of nature-based solutions to climate neutrality in major EU cities Open
We assessed the mitigation potential of nature-based solutions (NbS) within commonly overlooked pathways, including human behavioral interventions and resource savings, in addition to the well-understood carbon sequestration area. We found…
View article: A review of energy efficiency policies for small and medium-sized manufacturing enterprises from around the world
A review of energy efficiency policies for small and medium-sized manufacturing enterprises from around the world Open
In most countries, small and medium-sized manufacturing (industrial) enterprises (SMEs) represent more than 99% of the number of companies and 60% of employment. Thus, this sector, apart from using energy, is a major driver in the economy …