clean
Despite many efforts to improve energy efficiency, global energy consumption still rises. With respect to electricity, it is generally acknowledged that improving overall energy efficiency inevitably leads to more electric energy use (e.g. plug in or full electric vehicles). Households and other small energy users (small industrial and service companies) are responsible for a large part of total energy consumption. Becoming more dependent... read more
Clean
The EU’s climate objectives are ambitious, but not ambitious enough if we want to do our bit keeping global warming under control. Unfortunately, even these objectives are too steep for most European countries, including Belgium. Also, the quality of the air we breathe is shortening our lives and almost our entire economy is dependent on depleting fossil fuels. Change is needed in practically every facet of our economy and lifestyles. Are we up to the challenge or is this the age of stupid? Join the conversation and make your mark.
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