These days reducing production costs to increase competitiveness is a must. In a report titled Climate Solutions, the World Wildlife Fund notes that the world could cut energy consumption 40 percent by 2050 through improving energy efficiency and energy conservation. But when looking for alternatives that don't sacrifice the quality of raw materials, not many entrepreneurs … [Read more...] about The best of 2015: How to reduce energy costs and become more competitive
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5 reasons to rethink biomass in Latin America
With less than a week to go until COP21, governments across the globe make their preparations to achieve an international, legally-binding agreement on climate change. And the progress is apparent. Over 140 countries, including most of Latin America and the Caribbean, have submitted their respective Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs). These action plans allow … [Read more...] about 5 reasons to rethink biomass in Latin America
Six key steps to become an energy efficiency expert
Energy efficiency is a key part of cutting costs at any business or in any household. That said, do you know how to perform an energy audit or where you can learn how to do so? … [Read more...] about Six key steps to become an energy efficiency expert
A Green Revolution under the Central American Sun: Solar energy in Honduras
The same sun that bathes Central America’s beaches is an increasingly valuable asset for many companies in the region. That is the case with the Honduran bottling plant Embotelladora de Sula, one of the largest rooftop photovoltaic projects in Latin America. … [Read more...] about A Green Revolution under the Central American Sun: Solar energy in Honduras
No Women in Renewable Energy? Look Again.
Three years ago when the Canadian Climate Fund (C2F) first launched, private sector clients would balk when we asked them about the gender impact of their proposed renewable energy projects. The renewable energy sector is growing in the region, bringing with it new job opportunities, skills requirements and local business development. In this part of the climate change … [Read more...] about No Women in Renewable Energy? Look Again.
