Comment1 about urban carbon emissions
https://nclurbandesign.org/net-zero-energy-cities-by-2030-an-initiative-by-european-union/
Net Zero Energy Cities by 2030 – a well-executed planning
The EU initiative to transform cities into net zero energy cities by 2030 is a very promising planning strategy and is to be commended. It recognises that a fully net zero energy city is unrealistic given current technological and resource constraints, and that there are numerous difficulties that stand in the way.
1. The technical challenges of the energy network: we need a more efficient urban energy distribution system to ensure that people have access to basic services such as heating and electricity.
2. Social and political challenges. Achieving a net zero energy city requires a huge investment of human and financial resources.
3. Economic challenges, the country needs to develop and the economy needs to grow. Achieving net zero energy cities will require significant financial investment, including the retrofitting of buildings and facilities, the development and deployment of energy technologies, and the construction and maintenance of energy infrastructure. And these investments will come with economic pain.
Situation
More than 230 local authorities in the UK have declared a state of climate emergency and subsequently implemented climate action strategies to help mitigate and adapt to climate change. However, today’s cities are not necessarily a useful benchmark for dealing with climate stress: a radical rethink of the public sphere is needed if we are to meet our climate and sustainable development goals [1].
sustainable use of underground space
[1]https://www.bgs.ac.uk/news/foundations-for-a-future-net-zero-city/
By promoting functional places that absorb carbon emissions, such as green and thriving communities, eco-arboretums and vertical greening in urban design. For buildings, the adoption of more efficient building and urban design techniques, the promotion of renewable energy and more efficient use of energy can significantly reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption in cities to near zero or a balance between carbon emissions and absorption. All of this is worthwhile in my view. This EU initiative is a step towards the long-term goal of climate neutrality. The initiative is also not limited to the EU but has global implications [2]. It involves a combination of sustainable urban design, support for advanced technologies and energy-efficient building practices. It aims to reduce carbon emissions, improve residents’ quality of life and promote economic growth by reducing dependence on external resources. It has a positive impact on the environment, the economy and the quality of life of its inhabitants.
At the Heart of Achieving Net Zero Emissions
[2]https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/02/cities-are-at-the-heart-of-our-journey-to-net-zero/
Green and Prosperous Communities
Green and thriving communities are an effective way to offset urban carbon emissions while addressing the pressing issue of climate change. Green and Thriving Communities will minimise emissions throughout the lifecycle of development through planning, design and operation. Green and Thriving Communities will achieve this by meeting the needs of residents, workers and visitors, and by providing a high-quality and resilient environment in which communities can thrive. It is necessary to solve the community’s emissions problem and improve the community’s quality of life. A holistic approach to building a green and thriving community [3]. Green and thriving communities will be ideal places for residents, workers and visitors, supported by a green business ecosystem. It will deliver significant emissions reductions in practice and be a leader for other communities to follow.
Green Smart City Development Guide
[3]https://www.c40.org/news/china-s-green-smart-opportunity-mandarin/
Conclusion
Achieving net zero energy cities in the future is a very challenging goal and one that we must pursue in order to combat global climate change. I believe that if all parties – government, private industry and the public – work together and take the necessary measures, we can achieve this goal. This will bring additional health, economic and environmental benefits to our cities and our society. The ultimate goal is to achieve near-zero energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Reference
[1]Press, B. (2021) Foundations for a future net zero city?, British Geological Survey. Available at: https://www.bgs.ac.uk/news/foundations-for-a-future-net-zero-city/ (Accessed: 14 May 2023).
[2](No date a) C40 Knowledge Community. Available at: https://www.c40knowledgehub.org/s/article/How-cities-can-reduce-food-waste-by-households-and-businesses?language=en_US (Accessed: 14 May 2023).
[3](No date a) European Innovation Scoreboard 2022. Available at: https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2022-09/ec_rtd_eis-2022-methodology-report.pdf (Accessed: 14 May 2023).
Image references:
[1]https://www.bgs.ac.uk/news/foundations-for-a-future-net-zero-city/
[2]https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/02/cities-are-at-the-heart-of-our-journey-to-net-zero/
[3]https://www.c40.org/news/china-s-green-smart-opportunity-mandarin/
Comment1 about urban carbon emissions
https://nclurbandesign.org/net-zero-energy-cities-by-2030-an-initiative-by-european-union/
Net Zero Energy Cities by 2030 – a well-executed planning
The EU initiative to transform cities into net zero energy cities by 2030 is a very promising planning strategy and is to be commended. It recognises that a fully net zero energy city is unrealistic given current technological and resource constraints, and that there are numerous difficulties that stand in the way.
1. The technical challenges of the energy network: we need a more efficient urban energy distribution system to ensure that people have access to basic services such as heating and electricity.
2. Social and political challenges. Achieving a net zero energy city requires a huge investment of human and financial resources.
3. Economic challenges, the country needs to develop and the economy needs to grow. Achieving net zero energy cities will require significant financial investment, including the retrofitting of buildings and facilities, the development and deployment of energy technologies, and the construction and maintenance of energy infrastructure. And these investments will come with economic pain.
Situation
More than 230 local authorities in the UK have declared a state of climate emergency and subsequently implemented climate action strategies to help mitigate and adapt to climate change. However, today’s cities are not necessarily a useful benchmark for dealing with climate stress: a radical rethink of the public sphere is needed if we are to meet our climate and sustainable development goals [1].
sustainable use of underground space
[1]https://www.bgs.ac.uk/news/foundations-for-a-future-net-zero-city/
By promoting functional places that absorb carbon emissions, such as green and thriving communities, eco-arboretums and vertical greening in urban design. For buildings, the adoption of more efficient building and urban design techniques, the promotion of renewable energy and more efficient use of energy can significantly reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption in cities to near zero or a balance between carbon emissions and absorption. All of this is worthwhile in my view. This EU initiative is a step towards the long-term goal of climate neutrality. The initiative is also not limited to the EU but has global implications [2]. It involves a combination of sustainable urban design, support for advanced technologies and energy-efficient building practices. It aims to reduce carbon emissions, improve residents’ quality of life and promote economic growth by reducing dependence on external resources. It has a positive impact on the environment, the economy and the quality of life of its inhabitants.
At the Heart of Achieving Net Zero Emissions
[2]https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/02/cities-are-at-the-heart-of-our-journey-to-net-zero/
Green and Prosperous Communities
Green and thriving communities are an effective way to offset urban carbon emissions while addressing the pressing issue of climate change. Green and Thriving Communities will minimise emissions throughout the lifecycle of development through planning, design and operation. Green and Thriving Communities will achieve this by meeting the needs of residents, workers and visitors, and by providing a high-quality and resilient environment in which communities can thrive. It is necessary to solve the community’s emissions problem and improve the community’s quality of life. A holistic approach to building a green and thriving community [3]. Green and thriving communities will be ideal places for residents, workers and visitors, supported by a green business ecosystem. It will deliver significant emissions reductions in practice and be a leader for other communities to follow.
Green Smart City Development Guide
[3]https://www.c40.org/news/china-s-green-smart-opportunity-mandarin/
Conclusion
Achieving net zero energy cities in the future is a very challenging goal and one that we must pursue in order to combat global climate change. I believe that if all parties – government, private industry and the public – work together and take the necessary measures, we can achieve this goal. This will bring additional health, economic and environmental benefits to our cities and our society. The ultimate goal is to achieve near-zero energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Reference
[1]Press, B. (2021) Foundations for a future net zero city?, British Geological Survey. Available at: https://www.bgs.ac.uk/news/foundations-for-a-future-net-zero-city/ (Accessed: 14 May 2023).
[2](No date a) C40 Knowledge Community. Available at: https://www.c40knowledgehub.org/s/article/How-cities-can-reduce-food-waste-by-households-and-businesses?language=en_US (Accessed: 14 May 2023).
[3](No date a) European Innovation Scoreboard 2022. Available at: https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2022-09/ec_rtd_eis-2022-methodology-report.pdf (Accessed: 14 May 2023).
Image references:
[1]https://www.bgs.ac.uk/news/foundations-for-a-future-net-zero-city/
[2]https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/02/cities-are-at-the-heart-of-our-journey-to-net-zero/
[3]https://www.c40.org/news/china-s-green-smart-opportunity-mandarin/