The smart grids are modern electric power grid infrastructure for enhanced efficiency and reliability through automated control, high-power converters, modern communications infrastructure, sensing and metering technologies, and modern energy management techniques based on the optimization of demand, energy and network availability. The role of buildings in this framework is very crucial. This paper addresses critical issues on smart grid technologies and the integration of buildings in this new power grid framework.
This webinar addresses health and well-being in the workplace, which are issues that are covered by Goal 3
A guide to the drivers, opportunities, challenges and implementation steps for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to adopt traceability in their supply chains, focussing on Goal 8
The discussion links Principle 5 of the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), which encourages companies to expand on their business connections with women-owned enterprises, to advance Goal 5
The 2016 report by the Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) into trade-based money laundering ups the momentum to improve anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing. Such actions will contribute to the advancement of SDG 16.4 to significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets and combat all forms of organized crime.
This book chapter advances SDGs 3 and 13 by discussing the public health preparedness aspects of preparing for and recovering from severe winter storms.
This book chapter advances SDGs 3 and 13 by explaining the factors contributing to wildfire morbidity and mortality.
UNGC Executive Director Lise Kingo discusses the ten principles and how companies can advance the 17 global goals.
This chapter addresses goal 3 by examining the prevalence and epidemiology of Alzheimer's Disease.
This chapter addresses SDG 3 by discussing the mechanisms behind early life stress being a risk factor for depression.
