When we think of renewable energy wind farms and solar panels spring to mind, but what if we told you there were a number of unexpected sources of renewable energy? Scientists have recently discovered that everyday objects and even our footsteps can be effective sources of renewable energy. Can rubbish, bricks, and walking really help transition our world from its dependence on fossil fuels to making our own renewable energy?
London is the capital of the UK and, therefore, is home to an enormous amount of people – nearly 9 million to be exact! This means many cars are on the road and a high amount of toxic fumes are being released into the environment. Just 5 days into 2017 London exceeded its annual air pollution limit, the figures are worrying and will increase throughout the year if renewable technology is not put into action.
As of early October 2016, the European Union (EU) formally signed the Paris Climate Agreement, an international consensus aiming to lower the impact of climate change. The agreement, made legal in early November 2016, will be supported by over 70 nations responsible for 57% of global carbon emissions.
The Rumford Club, a private dinner debate club for the building services and built environment, was formed in 1947 to address technical topics around air movement such as air conditioning. Since then it has broadened its view of potential subjects within the building engineering services sector.
