Kelly Climate Champions

The Work They Do and the People We Need
1. Auflage 2023
ISBN: 978-3-031-32963-0
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 256 Seiten, eBook

Reihe: Women in Engineering and Science

In this groundbreaking work, readers will discover a wealth of innovative and impactful advancements in the field of climate change. A call to action for those working to arrest or mitigate the impacts of this global crisis, this book showcases the tireless dedication of a workforce committed to creating a better world.Despite the despair and anger that often accompany discussions of climate change, this book offers a refreshing perspective by highlighting the moments of hope and pride that arise when individuals see their efforts have tangible, measurable impacts.Readers will also be inspired to learn that they don't have to be scientists or engineers to make a difference. The author illustrates how every person with an interest in protecting the environment, the global food supply, and geopolitical stability can join the fight, whether by improving the efficiency of manufacturing operations or by contributing to the manufacture of life-saving medicines.This is a must-read for anyone who cares about the environment, our global community, and our collective future.

Zielgruppe

Professional/practitioner

Autoren/Hrsg.

Kelly, Anna

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction.- Climate Communication.- The Grid.- Batteries, Policy, and Resiliency.- Wind.- Solar.- Transportation.- Entrepreneurs.- Energy Efficiency.- Carbon Sequestration.- Conclusion.

Über Autor(innen)

Anna Kelly is an accomplished researcher and expert in Energy Policy.  As an Associate Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Principal of Measurement and Verification at Power Takeoff, Anna oversees and coordinates 1000+ energy efficiency projects annually. Her work is focused on high-quality strategies to arrest climate change, and she has published 16 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and proceedings to advance understanding of energy and actionable research. Through her scholarly activity and compelling presentation style, Anna is guiding the industry towards cost-effective and reliable solutions to the global crisis.