… -by Stephanie Hsiung (F&ES '19) Smarter and more affordable technologies are leading more and … resources while delivering better customer experiences. Translating data into actionable insights Many utilities are already struggling to efficiently manage and process Advanced … resources while delivering better customer experiences. Translating data into actionable insights Many utilities are already struggling to efficiently manage and process Advanced …
… Introduction of Solarize and SEEDS II Solarize is a unique community-based program that leverages peers and … recognized non-profit SmartPower, Duke University, Tel Aviv University, Connecticut Green Bank, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and MySunBuddy. The … types of messaging: community-oriented and individual-oriented. Community messaging highlightssolar installation as a community activity. It can create a positive norm around …
… The popularity of solar energy skyrocketed in South Carolina (SC) with the introduction of net metering in 2014 when the state legislature … School of Forestry and Environmental Studies has partnered with Duke University, the CT Green Bank, and non-profit SmartPower to conduct a series of rigorous controlled field … the patchwork service territories create particular challenges, as customers at outreach events often get their energy from diverse sources despite living in the same town. The …
… Figure 2: Triggers to installing primary heating systems. The survey points to three key events that trigger a decision to install a new heating and cooling system. Most … by 47% of surveyed heat pump owners. Installation of solar PV panels (26%) and energy prices (26%) are tied for the second most common trigger for adopting heat pumps. As it … Connecticut that either 1) have received support to install solar PV from the Connecticut Green Bank , 2) have received support to energy audits (HES) from United Illuminating (UI) …
… The Renewable Thermal Alliance (RTA) is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s RTA Seed Innovation Grant. By providing … that will readily provide residential and business owners the cost savings and reduced greenhouse gas impacts associated with the installation of a renewable heating and cooling … the winners of this year’s RTA Seed Innovation Grant. You will also be able to view the event online (advance registration required). Awarded every fall, the RTA Seed Innovation …
… Shortly after concluding their most recent campaign, researchers working on the Yale SEEDS … new collaboration, called “ConnectSun.” This project—a partnership between the Connecticut Green Bank, United Illuminating (UI), and ENCON—is designed to promote solar growth in areas … officially launched at Pequot Library Auditorium in Southport on September 25. The event convened the program’s three collaborators alongside suppliers of related …
… Each year the Yale Center for Business and the Environment gives teams applying to the Sabin Sustainable Venture Prize the … their ideas in front of a panel of judges and compete for the prize of $25,000. Visit our event website for more details. … their ideas in front of a panel of judges and compete for the prize of $25,000. Visit our event website for more details. …
… and the current state of itssolar industry. SmartPower is well positioned to draw local insights, as it runsSolarize Rhode Island. Most recently, the Fall 2017 round of Solarize … studying Rhode Island Solarize (along with solar diffusion programs in Connecticut, South Carolina, New York, and Massachusetts). While each town in Rhode Island is unique, according … looking to reduce the cost of their electric bills and hedge against future bumps in energy prices. While solar is often viewed as a niche or luxury product, SmartPower works to show …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is announcing a very generous and transformative donation … ways. First, CBEY, in partnership with the Yale Center for Teaching and Learning and the CT Green Bank, will design and launch a new certificate program on “Financing and Deploying … in states where clean energy is only starting to take root, making the Forum’s actionable insights accessible to professionals in all parts of the country. “It is vital that we all …
… Renewable thermal energy is increasingly seen as critical to a low-carbon future in the northeastern US. Residential … and commercial buildings are currently responsible for roughly one-third of regional greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing a considerable market opportunity for … want metrics to measure opportunity and impact. The efficiency arms of utility companies, Green Banks, and State Energy Offices are mandated to promote energy efficiency and clean …