Which ethnic group invests most in energy efficiency? How to homeowners link solar and energy efficiency? Learn the answers to these questions by listening to this interview with Dave Treston, senior account planner at KSV, who give details about a recent energy efficiency study by KSV. … [Read more...]
The $154 Million Question – Pipeline vs. Energy Efficiency and Renewables?
Richard Faesy, of Energy Futures Group, explains why Vermont would benefit more from energy efficiency and renewables than a new natural gas pipeline. One hundred fifty-four million dollars is a lot of money for Vermonters to spend on Vermont Gas Systems’ Addison County pipeline. That same amount of money could be much better spent weatherizing … [Read more...]
How the Best States Support Energy Efficiency
What are states that support energy efficiency doing that other states are not? And the states that don't support energy efficiency--what are they doing wrong and why? Jeff Haydock, president and CEO of EcoCFO, a consulting firm, gives his point of view. He also explains what needs to be done to boost efficiency in general. … [Read more...]
What Will Hurt Energy Efficiency & Boost it in 2015?
Which states are rolling back their energy efficiency programs? Which states are boosting them--and why? In this podcast, Jordan Doria, manager of stakeholder engagement, Ingersoll Rand's Center for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability, gives predictions for efficiency in 2015. … [Read more...]
What’s Clean Energy’s Real Worth?
When policymakers tally clean energy’s real worth, they consider jobs and environment. But other work achieved by clean energy goes forgotten. Two new papers shed light on some of this work – from saving the lives of US troops to influencing broad economic health. First, the American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) argues that the U.S. … [Read more...]
Energy Efficiency & Demand Response Keep Power Flowing in Extreme Weather
Something extraordinary occurred this winter that kept the lights on and people warm during record-breaking cold. Energy efficiency and demand response emerged to save the day, preventing potentially life-threatening power shortages across much of the Midwest and Northeast. The subzero weather strained more than just our patience; it put a serious … [Read more...]