Let’s Connect: Community solar developers and utilities work together “Rooftop solar panels can be a great deal for those with the available roof space and funds for installation. But this option for reducing the electricity bill and related greenhouse gas emissions just isn’t available to many, if not most, in the United States, including renters. …
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Energy Storage Can Help Renewables Balance the Grid “Published in January 2022 by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the Storage Futures Study explores the potential energy storage’s role and impact in the nation’s changing electricity sector. Specifically, it looks at how advances in technology could impact the deployment of utility-scale and distributed storage. It …
Safer Return to the Office: The contactless workplace approach adjusts to keep venues operational “The coronavirus hit the world full force in March 2020 and upended business. Offices emptied out, with millions of workers opting to work remotely. In downtown Chicago, huge office towers stood vacant except for maintenance crews.” Read the article HERE
Offshore Wind Riding a Wave to Growth “After years of promise and potential, the offshore wind industry may now be turning into the powerhouse it has been projected to be. According to a report by the Business Network for Offshore Wind, 2021 was a breakthrough year for the industry.” Read the article HERE
Experts Predict Nonresidential Building Will Rally by 2023 “The nonresidential building sector did not see the same gains in 2021 as other sectors, such as multifamily. In fact, spending on nonresidential declined 5% in 2021, compounding on a 2% decline in 2020. However, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the sector is predicted …
Interest in EVs Driven by Factors Such as High Gas Prices and New Models “A Forbes report from Feb. 24 indicates that the current increase in purchases of electric vehicles is due to the availability of new models combined with rising fuel prices, although EV sales have not necessarily correlated with high gas prices in …
Microgrids Powering Up the Renewable Economy “Renewable generation is not the only innovation driving change in the nation’s energy infrastructure; microgrids are also on the rise. A study by the market research firm Guidehouse Insights makes a strong case for the economic benefits of microgrids as the nation transitions to renewable power sources.” Read the …
LAFD Debuts First Electric Fire Engine in U.S. “The City of Los Angeles Fire Department this week debuted what it believes to be the first electric fire engine in the U.S.” Read the article HERE
The Sustainable Future of Backup Power Generation “For critical facilities, like data centers, backup power is a necessity to maintain operation during utility outages. Facility personnel and operators consider the backup power system as the pacemaker of the electrical system. It keeps the power flowing and facility alive when the utility stops.” Read the article …
How Natural Light can Increase Sales “Think of it like combining retail therapy with light therapy. Harnessing natural light is changing the way we shop due in part to the psychological benefits of incorporating natural light into the built environment. According to scientific evidence, a 40% increase in retail sales can be achieved with precisely …
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