Green encyclopedia
Green building certifications overview: LEED, BREEAM, WELL and other
In the mid-1980s, media attention focused on tragedies such as the Chernobyl nuclear explosion, the Bophal disaster in India, and the Exxon Valdez spill. As economic development increasingly interfered with the environment, people began to look for ways to make building structures safer. This is how the concept of Green Building was born. What certifications can companies planning infrastructure apply for today, and why invest in green building?
Carbon Credits – What Is Their Role in Combating Climate Change?
Mitigating and preventing climate change are goals that require decisive and large-scale action. One of the key elements of the global strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is the Carbon Credit system. It serves as an incentive mechanism that promotes the use of renewable energy and reduces the negative environmental impact of businesses.
What are electricity rate groups and how do they affect bills?
Electricity is used by both consumers and businesses, and it is difficult to imagine the economy functioning without electricity. However, while electricity is supplied to all points of consumption, its purchase can be billed on different terms. This is decided by electricity tariff groups. What is this and when is it worth changing the tariff group?
How to transfer electricity to a new owner? A practical step-by-step guide
In order to use electricity in a given property, a relevant contract with the energy provider must be signed. When the owner or occupant of the property changes, it is necessary to transfer the electricity meter to the new person. How to transfer the electricity contract quickly and without issues? Check out our guide!
Energy-efficient building – what should it be characterized by?
The use of a building is always associated with energy consumption required to maintain thermal comfort, heat water, provide lighting, and power other devices. The higher the demand for this energy, the higher the costs of operating the building, and the greater its impact on the environment. To reduce these costs and impact, more and more investors are opting to build energy-efficient buildings. What are the requirements for an energy-efficient building?
Energy origin guarantees – how do they support the development of green energy?
Energy origin guarantees are an element of the European Union's policy – and by extension, also that of the member states – aimed at supporting the development of the renewable energy market. On one hand, they serve an image-building purpose. On the other, they are tradable and should be considered a real profit for companies. What exactly is an energy origin guarantee, how to obtain it, and how can it be used?
What are negative energy prices and why do they occur?
Negative electricity prices are a phenomenon that at first glance may seem paradoxical – why would producers pay consumers to use energy? In reality, this is the result of dynamic changes in the energy market, driven by the rise of renewable energy production and the volatility of demand. In this article, we explain what negative energy prices are, why they occur, and the challenges and opportunities they present for energy systems.
Offshore wind farm - how do they work? Poland and world
The energy transition of individual countries - including Poland - involves the search for renewable energy sources. In addition to the well-known photovoltaics using solar energy or wind farms exploiting wind power, offshore wind turbines are playing an increasingly important role in this area. How do these devices work and what does their future look like?
Prosumer – who is it and what is their role in the world of renewable energy?
The operation of modern power systems, known as smart grids, no longer relies solely on electricity generation by a few large, state-owned providers. Prosumers are playing an increasingly important role in these systems. Who is a prosumer, and why is their role in the world of renewable energy so crucial?
What is a OSD network is? We explain!
Although the electricity grid is gradually being rebuilt from a centralized model to a smart grid emphasizing a plurality of smaller and larger energy producers and distributors, there still has to be someone in charge of balancing energy nationwide and maintaining the central grid that we all use - prosumers, consumers and businesses alike. That role is played by the DSO distribution network. What is it and how does it work?
What is the CSRD Directive?
In recent years, ESG has become one of the top five global business trends. In the European Union, the ability to conduct business while adhering to sustainable development principles is gaining rapid importance. For some, it’s an additional obligation and immense stress; for others, it presents opportunities linked to economic stimulation. Nevertheless, all entities will eventually have to take action in this area and, more importantly, report the steps they have taken. The CSRD Directive will facilitate this process, providing a standardized requirement for reporting on implemented and ongoing ESG activities. Learn more about it below!
What is the Spot Market? Energy Without Secrets
Electricity trading through immediate (spot) transactions is carried out via short-term transactions. These can be executed within the operations of the day-ahead market, as well as the spot market. Let’s take a closer look at the spot market. How does it work, and what does it entail?