TED: What if buildings created energy instead of consuming it? | Ksenia Petrichenko

The video discusses the role of buildings in energy systems and their impact on climate targets. It highlights historical building practices, current energy challenges, and solutions for improving energy efficiency. The video emphasizes the need for electrification, decarbonization, and viewing buildings as active energy players. It envisions a future with smart grids and virtual power plants, advocating for policy changes to support these advancements.

What role do buildings play in the energy system according to the text?

What are the three key elements needed to reduce direct emissions from buildings by 2050?

How can energy efficiency in buildings be improved according to the speaker?

What benefits can arise from improving energy efficiency in buildings?

What is meant by the term 'prosumer' in the context of buildings?

What challenges do existing electricity networks face with the rise of decentralized energy generation?

How can smart grids improve the efficiency of energy use in buildings?

What future vision does the speaker have for buildings and energy systems?

What is the significance of virtual power plants in the future energy landscape?

How does the speaker's experience in Paris contrast with their childhood experience in Russia regarding building energy efficiency?