Scottish Climate Week 2023 reminds us of the urgency of addressing climate change. We are on the brink of surpassing a crucial temperature limit, with scientists warning that global temperatures are on track to breach the 1.5°C threshold in the next few years. This trend has come under intense focus…
North has been named a finalist in the Sustainability category at the prestigious AbilityNet Tech4Good Awards, recognising our commitment to leveraging digital technology for environmental sustainability. The nomination recognises the Smart Waste Management solution delivered by North for the City of Edinburgh Council as part of their Smart City Operations…
IoT represents a transformational point in understanding the full potential of a digital-first approach to sustainability. Over the last five years, there has been a significant increase in the number of public and private sector organisations exploring and benefiting from Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. Its capabilities to capture and share…
We have reached a crucial point in time where the drive for sustainability and the need to access technology has never been greater. Organisations across the world are striving to transform operations to embrace the digital world while focusing on sustainability to maintain a competitive edge. However, the good news…
Despite the turbulent economic climate, 2022 has been a year in the making for Internet of Things (IoT). It is continuing to pave the way for ’Smart Places’, helping to create greener, safer and healthier environments across the UK. It is quickly becoming a disruptive market, with 31 out of…
Digital innovation and technology are accelerating at a speed once never imagined. Almost every organisation and sector is now embracing a digital-first future, given the power technology holds to enhance operations and unlock new opportunities. While arguably the pandemic was a catalyst for the fast-forward button to be pushed on…
Glasgow City Council partners with North to deliver innovative IoT technology across city homes Glasgow residents are some of the first to benefit from smart technology in their homes, as Glasgow City Council rolls out an innovative pilot scheme with two Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) – West of Scotland Housing…
With energy bills for the average household set to reach £4,347 / year from next April when the energy guarantee ends, a staggering estimated 11M people in the UK could be in fuel poverty next year. The stark warning from experts and charities is that lives are at risk. When…
An intelligent street lighting project has been rolled out by Aberdeen City Council, unlocking sustainability and decarbonisation improvements across the city. The Lighting Up Aberdeen project, in partnership with North, is helping the local authority create a greener future through the use of energy-efficient lighting across the city. The project…
Residents and visitors across Aberdeenshire are set to benefit from a new Internet of Things (IoT) project which has the potential to transform the lives of those who live and work in the area. The project will see Aberdeenshire Council trial six smart technologies in partnership with North, as part…