… in, and installing these systems. They must determine how long-term planning decisions incorporate new technologies. This includes evaluating whether new energy technologies will … by conventional technology. Many innovative technologies have a higher perceived risk that can make utilities cautious. Utilities may also hesitate to adopt technologies if … technology adoption. State PUCs regulate other utility services, such as natural gas and water, but this series focuses exclusively on their electric regulation. State …
… to community solar; but flexible contracts often incur raised rates to compensate for the risk of subscriber turnover. This ultimately discourages potential customers. U.S. solar … solar subsidies, economies of scale, and enrollment of anchor tenants to reduce the risk of default. Companies can also improve their customer engagement by increasing the … “Anchor institutions” can sponsor community solar projects, which would offset some of the risk of low-income subscribers potentially missing payments or dropping their contracts. …
… that target RTTs. Since 2007, there have been sales tax exemptions for geothermal and solar water heating technologies, but there has been little else that explicitly brings down … through the Department of Energy Resources (DOER), first published its guiding strategy document on RTTs in 2014, three years ahead of the other states profiled here. The … water heaters. The analysis identified several existing programs that can be adapted to incorporate consideration for RTTs; most notably, it recommends creating a data-driven tool to …
… such as air- and ground-source heat pumps (ASHP and GSHP, respectively) and solar hot water (SHW) systems are no exception. A field study conducted at Yale found that the biggest … Diverso is a Canadian ground-source heat pump provider based in Waterloo, Ontario. Incorporated in January 2015, the company mostly focuses on the Toronto region and offers … Diverso is a Canadian ground-source heat pump provider based in Waterloo, Ontario. Incorporated in January 2015, the company mostly focuses on the Toronto region and offers …
… of the “ Internal Carbon Pricing: Practical Experiences from the Private Sector ” webinar series. The representatives from Mahindra were Pawan Goenka, managing director; Vijay Kalra, … Kalra said. “In India nearly 75 percent of commercial costs are from utilities such as water and energy. India also has a problem of energy shortages. Energy efficiency and … all other units wanted to adopt the same measures.” Other units have taken the lead with water, biodiversity or green buildings. To price its carbon emissions, Mahindra calculated …
… can very effectively transfer information. In both income groups, those who attended a workshop or event or spoke to a friend or neighbor about Solarize campaigns were much more … can very effectively transfer information. In both income groups, those who attended a workshop or event or spoke to a friend or neighbor about Solarize campaigns were much more … can very effectively transfer information. In both income groups, those who attended a workshop or event or spoke to a friend or neighbor about Solarize campaigns were much more …
… technologies like ground and air source heat pumps, is an important facet of any mitigation strategy. The findings of the three states indicate a total market for heating and cooling … heating and cooling technology is critical to Governor Cuomo’s nation-leading energy strategy. We recently developed several proposals such as offering a $15 million rebate … technologies like ground and air source heat pumps, is an important facet of any mitigation strategy. The findings of the three states indicate a total market for heating and cooling …
… planes. The Sabin Prize was one of four prizes awarded during Startup Yale, a daylong series of entrepreneurship competitions inviting innovative ideas from across the Yale … planes. The Sabin Prize was one of four prizes awarded during Startup Yale, a daylong series of entrepreneurship competitions inviting innovative ideas from across the Yale … planes. The Sabin Prize was one of four prizes awarded during Startup Yale, a daylong series of entrepreneurship competitions inviting innovative ideas from across the Yale …
… years, the authors have been invited to work inside organizations to provide training for corporate teams and social responsibility and sustainability professionals, including … walk readers through a process of transforming paralysis and effecting positive change. A series of exercises that thread through the chapters will challenge readers’ notions of … years, the authors have been invited to work inside organizations to provide training for corporate teams and social responsibility and sustainability professionals, including …