… few centuries, people became more prosperous, more numerous, and more connected with one another. These developments were largely beneficial, but they came with costs, one of which … question: Now that we as a human species better understand our impact on the planet, how can we use technology to actively catalyze environmental sustainability, rather than … to let go of my New England cynicism and ever-skeptical realism, but at VERGE, it was hard not to get swept up in cautious optimism. From attending sessions and talking with …
… For residential solar, SmartPower reached 7,225 homeowners. Of these, 138 people showed further interest, and 9 contracts were signed. Interest was greater in community … solar was strong, but after the successful installation of a few arrays, the utilities did not have any more projects available for immediate signing of contracts. Regardless,130 … 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 … home improvements simultaneous with installing the existing primary heating system, but did not name renovation as the trigger for installing the heating system.) When major work on … important reason is “plans to move.” Customers using an old system, independent of whether the reason is complacency or plans to move, are likely to have it break on them; and …
… is no better evidence than the breadth and quality of this year’s applicants to demonstrate how a grant like this is just what’s needed to spur renewable thermal market innovation,” … 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 … 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 …
… and consumer use account for 60% of environmental impacts associated with apparel. Not to mention, the fashion industry is also notoriously known as the second most polluting after fossil fuels. When combined with the fact that clothing supply chains are one of the most globally … was a core focus area, and will only become more significant as 2030 approaches. Here’s how apparel brands can “A.D.A.P.T” to shifting consumer demands and climate threats by …
… officially launched at Pequot Library Auditorium in Southport on September 25. The event convened the program’s three collaborators alongside suppliers of related … the development of a cleaner and more resilient electric grid in Connecticut. Here’s how it works: residents in the Town of Fairfield who are on one of two specific electric … ongoing communication with all involved in ConnectSun, the Yale SEEDS II team expects to incorporate relevant findings from the ConnectSun program into its research on solar energy …
… Yalgı spoke with Cary Krosinsky, Lecturer in Sustainable Finance at Yale University, about how Turkey has experienced firsthand the risks associated with large infrastructure … corporate carbon accounting. Turkey’s being a signatory to the Paris Agreement represents another step toward nationally mandated carbon regulations. The country has not yet ratified … from the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), with hopes to eventually integrate its use for improved climate risk mitigation. Impacts Garanti’s 2015 …
… propelling us forward in a meaningful way," says Alexia Akbay, cofounder of Symbrosia. When asked why students interested in finding innovative ways to fight against climate … propelling us forward in a meaningful way. -Alexia Akbay, cofounder of Symbrosia Another recipient, Firoz Academy , is an education platform that offers math, English, … While the link between educating young girls in Afghanistan and climate change might not be obvious, the impact is real and inspires innovation in areas that might not seem to …
… for low-carbon solutions. This blog post is to start a conversation around which metric, when openly accessible and consistently defined and measured, would best facilitate growth … support renewable thermal energy, the metrics available from these programs are generally not consistent across state borders, discouraging information sharing and comparative … demand for renewable thermal performance metrics. Given low adoption rates, the evidence on how RTTs perform after installation is lacking. Nor have consistent metering and monitoring …
… has identified industrial sectors that represent the most promise for RTTs in Connecticut. However, due to the complexity of this sector, this analysis was not included in a recent market potential report . These results are instead summarized … which industries dominate the economy, which thermal processes are energy intensive and whether there are physical or regulatory requirements. We have screened the most promising …