Renewable energy: Driving the transition to a sustainable world
As the world transitions toward a low-carbon future, technology is leading the charge, unlocking scalable solutions for a greener planet.
Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro are pivotal for sustainable development. ISO standards in this area focus on maximizing efficiency and reliability of these technologies. They ensure that renewable energy systems are designed and operated to provide a stable, sustainable power supply while minimizing environmental impacts.
Top standards
Mechanical vibration — Measurement and evaluation of machine vibration
Part 21: Horizontal axis wind turbines
Solid biofuels and pyrogenic biocarbon — Determination of sulfur and chlorine content
Solar energy — Calibration of pyranometers by comparison to a reference pyranometer
Air-cooled air conditioners and air-to-air heat pumps — Testing and calculating methods for seasonal performance factors
Part 1: Cooling seasonal performance factor
Refrigerating systems and heat pumps — Safety and environmental requirements
Part 2: Design, construction, testing, marking and documentation
Insights
Carbon footprint: Measuring and reducing our environmental impact
As pressure grows to reduce emissions and accelerate the transition to renewable energy, understanding a carbon footprint is no longer simply a sustainability exercise. It is becoming an important part of how organizations manage risk, build resilience and prepare for a changing economic landscape.
Solar energy: Harnessing the power of the sun
Solar energy, once a fringe player in the renewable energy game, has exploded onto the global stage, leading a revolution that promises to reshape everything.