water-energy nexus

Hydrogen Energy Network Representing Circular Water-to-Hydrogen Integration

Wastewater-to-Hydrogen Systems: Integrating Treated Effluent into Low-Carbon Energy Production

Hydrogen production requires significant volumes of high-purity water, creating pressure on freshwater systems in water-stressed regions. Integrating treated effluent into hydrogen...
Robert C. Brears
3 min read
Modern high-rise urban buildings framed by green tree canopy symbolizing water-energy nexus governance and sustainable building performance

Water-Energy Nexus Governance in Urban Buildings: Toronto’s Reporting Framework

Urban buildings operate at the intersection of energy and water systems, where inefficiencies in one system increase pressure on the other....
Robert C. Brears
4 min read
Close-up of solar panels representing floating photovoltaic (FPV) technology used on reservoirs for renewable energy generation.

Floating Solar Panels: Expanding Clean Energy with Water-Based Photovoltaics

Floating solar panels, or floating photovoltaic (FPV) systems, are installed on water surfaces like reservoirs and ponds. They provide a land-saving...
Robert C. Brears
4 min read