This report was authored by Jon Glasco for SmartCitiesWorld was published in June 2020. This report examines the potential for policy interventions and innovative technologies to mitigate building emissions, support carbon neutrality measures and facilitate green initiatives. Examples of innovation in energy efficiency include e energy-saving retrofits and upgrades (reducing energy loss and emissions by modernizing the building envelope); and microgrids combined with renewable energy sources, providing capabilities to achieve a more balanced energy supply. Other types of innovations include energy storage solutions combined with on-site renewables; use of intelligent platforms, sensors and user-centric communications to support energy-efficient behaviour and reduce energy use; and AI and machine learning to provide notification about energy waste or loss.
Key words: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blade/Edge Technology, Cloud & Data Analytics, Construction, Employee Productivity, Energy Management, Fiber Optics, HVAC, Intelligent Building, Internet of Things (IoT), Large Building Controls/Automation