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Climate change predictions: Anticipating and adapting to a warming world

IBM Services

These proactive measures are made possible by evolving technologies designed to help people adapt to the effects of climate change today. 3 While the transition from fossil fuels to clean, renewable energy sources is already underway, accelerating this transition could help further limit emissions, even amid rising global energy needs.

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Why is a renewable energy sourcing strategy essential on your path towards net zero?

Capgemini

Based on current trends, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) estimated that by 2050 only 20 percent of total commercial and industrial electricity demand will be addressed by renewable energy sourcing. Notably, solar and wind power are already cheaper than conventional sources in almost all regions.

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IBM and Microsoft partnership accelerates sustainable cloud modernization

IBM Services

Its aggressive sustainability goals included achieving net zero emissions by 2050, making all packaging reusable or recyclable by 2025 and investing more than USD 3 billion globally over several years to drive momentum. Currently, data centers are a significant source of organizations’ energy usage and carbon emissions.

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Local energy: a source of opportunity and resilience in the US energy transition

Capgemini

Local energy: a source of opportunity and resilience in the US energy transition Claire Gotham Jul 4, 2024 Facebook Linkedin As we begin to move away from fossil fuels, the electrification of the US economy will be essential. Electricity demand is now estimated to grow by 4.7% annual demand growth we’ve seen for the past decade.

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Renewable energy trends and developments powering a cleaner future

IBM Services

The agency predicts that by 2025, renewable energy will surpass coal to become the world’s top source of electricity. And by 2028, 68 countries will boast renewables as their main source of power. In addition, solar PV is expected to be the dominant source of energy in the production of low-emissions or green hydrogen.

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10 Countries Developing Green Industry for a More Profitable Tomorrow

Velocity Global

Eco-friendly governmental policies include promoting renewable energy sources, investing in low-emission transportation infrastructure, aligning tax structures with environmental goals, and more. Denmark’s plan aims for a 70% reduction in emissions by 2030 and full carbon-neutrality in 2050.

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Energy Systems of the Future

Infosys Consulting

Setting the stage for the conversation is the fact that: Energy Information Administration (EIA) projects there will be a demand for 50% more energy by 2050 based on today’s forecast. Transition to more efficient hydrocarbon sources and nuclear energy sources will also have a role.