Emmanuel Fragnière - Böcker

Take the Power Back is a practical and inspiring guide for anyone ready to rethink energy, including individuals, communities, companies and institutions. At a time of rising energy costs, climate uncertainty and ageing infrastructure, this book presents a clear choice: remain dependent on centralised systems or take action to establish clean, resilient, locally managed microgrids. Microgrids are more than just technical solutions — they're opportunities. They enable communities to generate, store and manage their own energy, thereby reducing their exposure to price volatility and their dependence on fossil fuels. They offer environmental benefits, economic resilience, and the chance to solve local problems with local solutions. This handbook explores the 'why' and 'how' of microgrids — from residential rooftops to community-scale systems. It covers essential components such as solar panels, batteries, smart meters, and control systems, as well as governance, regulation, and financial models. Whether through turnkey providers or community-owned systems, microgrids are both achievable and adaptable. However, this is also a story of empowerment. The book highlights the rise of the 'prosumer' — citizens who produce and manage their own energy — and the role of community engagement in shaping a sustainable future. With real-world examples and practical advice, Take the Power Back demonstrates that energy autonomy is possible and within reach. We have a choice. We can act. Together, we can build energy systems that are cleaner, smarter and fairer.

In a time when digital technology is changing every part of our lives, The Digital Shift in Organizations explores the big effects of this technological change on businesses, employees, consumers, and society as a whole.Dubosson and Fragnière look at the good and bad points of the digital age and give useful advice for dealing with it. Chapters examine the changes that can't be seen, caused by screens, networks and digital minds, and think about what the so-called Fifth Industrial Revolution might mean. Finding out how the growth in knowledge and the vital part that education plays are changing the world of work, and the changes affecting workers today, they look at how people's buying habits have changed in the digital age, the rise of the prosumer (someone who is both a producer and a consumer), and the power imbalances created by digital ecosystems. Look into how digital citizens can help protect democracy, the problems with e-voting, and what the future might hold for digital public services.The Digital Shift in Organizations uncovers the issues around digital manipulation, misinformation, data control and algorithmic transparency to discover how people and groups can deal with problems caused by new technology, and why it's important to balance new technology with people's well-being.

This book delves into the integration of enterprise risk management, governance, risk, and compliance, providing practical guidance for more effective risk management in businesses. It innovates by positioning itself at the intersection of engineering and services. It begins with traditional operational ERM and progresses towards strategic business management, integrating corporate governance and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks. It emphasizes the growing importance of decision-making, highlighting the significant impact of decisions on outcomes. This approach undeniably reinforces the need for tailored planning strategies for the medium and long term. This book is essential reading for professionals and scholars looking to deepen their understanding of ERM and GRC. It provides valuable insights and practical tools for bridging the gap between operations and strategy.