Cities are racing to adopt green building certifications, but do they really work? The “TOP” labels are not always the most effective. Buildings without any label could save the most energy if they made simple changes.
Open method labAcademic research, held in tension.
Three research fields trace how policy, infrastructure, and spatial planning shape the resilience of energy systems.
GU HAO · Academic Research PortfolioA
B
Are power grids ready for more renewable energy? Connecting power lines in loops can make them more stable. Often overlooked places, rather than big cities, can be the parts that keep everything running.
Open method labC
Is the energy system as strong as it looks? Wealthy, high-demand regions can be more fragile, while current policies may concentrate risks in less-developed energy-exporting areas.
Open method labResearch is shown here as connected work: each field has an existing method laboratory and a detailed publication page.
Browse publications