Smarter Planet - A UK Introduction


Source: YouTube 17 May 2013
Smarter Planet - A UK Introduction

So you've heard the phrase 'A smarter planet', but what does it mean for the UK? Smarter energy? Smarter cities? Smarter public services?

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The Global Water Crisis


Source: blue living ideas 17 May 2013
The Global Water Crisis

The global water crisis affects us all. Experts estimate that population will increase by another billion people in the world by 2025...

Climate Change Effects May Reduce Hydropower Efficiency


Source: The Energy Collective 17 May 2013
Climate Change Effects May Reduce Hydropower Efficiency

Large hydropower projects are the bedrock of clean energy production, by virtue of their sheer size and reliance upon natural rainfall...

The Smart Grid and Key Research Technical Challenges


Source: IBM 16 May 2013
The Smart Grid and Key Research Technical Challenges

The numerous technological innovations needed to enable the smart grid require integrated collaboration between utilities, governments and...

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Solar Sailboat Shows How ‘Groovy’ Off-Grid Life Can Be


Source: Earth Techling 16 May 2013
Solar Sailboat Shows How ‘Groovy’ Off-Grid Life Can Be

Many people dream of leaving the rat race for a nomadic life, but few have the courage to put it into action. Even fewer have the foresight...

Building Smarter Cities video documentary


Source: YouTube 16 May 2013
Building Smarter Cities video documentary

Just like businesses, cities compete in a global marketplace. By leveraging technology, they can use information to engage their communities...

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World Architecture News interviews IBM on Smarter Buildings


Source: YouTube 15 May 2013
World Architecture News interviews IBM on Smarter Buildings

World Architecture News interviews IBM on Smarter Buildings...

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Smart Energy: Increasing Energy Efficiency with Smart Grids and Sensors


Source: YouTube 14 May 2013
Smart Energy: Increasing Energy Efficiency with Smart Grids and Sensors

IBM can help build a smarter city by using a smart grid and smart sensors for smart energy efficiency.

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#IBMChale: Energy efficiency in your community - Live Q&A May 14 @ 3:00pm BST


Source: IBM 13 May 2013
#IBMChale: Energy efficiency in your community - Live Q&A May 14 @ 3:00pm BST

IBM is one of the household names taking part in the month-long "Be The Start" sustainability campaign and will showcase its sustainable energy...

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The ripple effect of Smarter Energy: IBM's Chale success story steps into Be The Start spotlight


Source: ITProPortal 13 May 2013 Featured
The ripple effect of Smarter Energy: IBM's Chale success story steps into Be The Start spotlight

IBM is set to showcase its involvement in energy conservation and community-building projects in Chale, Isle of Wight, as part of the Be The Start...

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IBM helps launch Be The Start sustainability campaign at London HQ


Source: ITProportal 13 May 2013 Featured
IBM helps launch Be The Start sustainability campaign at London HQ

Computing giant IBM is eager to kick off May in earnest, having this morning helped to launch the month-long Be The Start sustainability campaign...

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Diary of an Ecoislander: Part 2


Source: ASmarterPlanet.com 13 May 2013 Featured
Diary of an Ecoislander: Part 2

In December 2009, Chale was selected as one of only ten communities in the UKto benefit from funding for a project to become a...

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13 Elements of a Dream Green Home [INFOGRAPHIC]


Source: sustainable cities 10 May 2013
13 Elements of a Dream Green Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Got a dream green home you’d love to build? Sure, you’ll probably want to include solar panels in the building...

IBM Smarter Cities: Creating opportunities through leadership and innovation


Source: IBM 10 May 2013
IBM Smarter Cities: Creating opportunities through leadership and innovation

For the first time ever, most people live in urban areas. In the years to come, the percentage of people living in cities will continue to..

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Smart Bay, Smart Water


Source: YouTube 10 May 2013
Smart Bay, Smart Water

The SmartBay Project created a system to monitor wave conditions, marine life and pollution levels in and...

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Simple Methods to Bring Clean Water To Developing Countries


Source: sustainable cities 10 May 2013
Simple Methods to Bring Clean Water To Developing Countries

According to the World Health Organization, the lack of clean water accounts for the premature death of 1.7 million people a year...

UN: Greening trade can spur sustainable development


Source: BusinessGreen 9 May 2013
UN: Greening trade can spur sustainable development

Sustainable goods and services offer developing countries new commercial opportunities that can help drive sustainable development...

Queen's Speech promises renewed push to drive green investment


Source: BusinessGreen 9 May 2013
Queen's Speech promises renewed push to drive green investment

Energy and Water Bills to the fore as Queen promises that UK will deliver "progress on climate change" through G8 presidency...

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