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Smart Grids Start Local—But Their Impact Should Be Portfolio-Wide

Smart Grids Start Local—But Their Impact Should Be Portfolio-Wide

The EKZ OrtsNetz pilot in Winkel shows how intelligent grid technology can reduce infrastructure strain—but the bigger opportunity lies with real estate portfolio owners. Smart grids aren’t just utility infrastructure—they’re a strategic asset waiting to be deployed at scale.

Tomatoes, Sunlight, and Systems Thinking: What a Greenhouse in Aargau Can Teach Us About the Energy Transition

Tomatoes, Sunlight, and Systems Thinking: What a Greenhouse in Aargau Can Teach Us About the Energy Transition

Energy transition doesn’t have to mean disruption. Sometimes, it’s as simple—and powerful—as letting tomatoes and technology grow under the same roof.

The Military’s Carbon Blind Spot: Security, Secrecy, and Sustainability

The Military’s Carbon Blind Spot: Security, Secrecy, and Sustainability

The military’s role in climate action is a blind spot we cannot ignore, according to Ajit Niranjan. While transparency may be limited by security concerns, it’s time to ask how defence spending can also drive green innovation and reduce long-term risks.

Storage is the New Currency of the Energy Transition

Storage is the New Currency of the Energy Transition

Storage is the new currency of the energy market. While solar energy has made us producers, storage will determine who holds the real power in the energy transition. Opinion piece.