… share the frustration with “Big Ag” and its apparent refusal to work in the interest of the greater good. This feeling grows when I read reports that some companies are using water in … share the frustration with “Big Ag” and its apparent refusal to work in the interest of the greater good. This feeling grows when I read reports that some companies are using water in … share the frustration with “Big Ag” and its apparent refusal to work in the interest of the greater good. This feeling grows when I read reports that some companies are using water in …
… crisis of 2008 — these sudden shocks neatly represent the three hallmarks of a “ Black Swan event .” They: Took place outside of regular expectations; Carried an extreme impact; and … system or ecosystem collapse when discussing the potential impacts of sustainability. This fear is not unfounded. (Consider the North Atlantic cod fisheries, which collapsed from … metals could profoundly impact the development and availability of technology, and just as climate change will impact weather, coastlines and water scarcity around the world. …
… and financing options for distributed solar? To some in structured finance, it seems like a great fit: solar assets produce reliable cash flows, backed by the good credit of customers. … your customers, and how you offer it.” Rottman said the documents also provide value by preventing unnecessary lawsuits, particularly as solar companies do not have much legal … innovation in the United States. While solar is more widely adopted in other parts of the world than it is here, other countries are interested in the tax monetization model used …
… . But Rábago and Kennerly said the benefits of distributed generation extend beyond greater grid resilience and reliability. Rábago said this model offers the best opportunity for improved cost-effectiveness, environmental performance, and customer satisfaction. Importantly, distributed generation may also hold benefits for utilities. O’Boyle … . But Rábago and Kennerly said the benefits of distributed generation extend beyond greater grid resilience and reliability. Rábago said this model offers the best opportunity …
… while often being more resilient than built solutions to changes like sea level rise and climate change. Now the conservation community is wisely working directly with engineers – … as conservation scientists work with engineers. Scientists are driven to discover how the world works. They are comfortable with – and often relish – ambiguity and investigating the … would ask how tall a levee or seawall needs to be to hold it back. They don’t deal in abstractions, because abstractions aren’t going to protect a community from flooding. They want – …
… the last three years, is a community-based program that leverages the power of social interaction to motivate rooftop solar installation. Specifically, the program relies on a small … drive the campaign. Through workshops, tabling at farmers’ markets, open houses and other events, the solar ambassadors reach out to friends, family, and community organizations who, … assistant for SEEDS , a project that is tracking the Solarize program, I had read a great deal about the relationship between social interaction and solar diffusion. But I …
… in recent years—a 128-percent jump in sales between 2012 and 2014—it remains a tiny fraction of the total United States automobile market. A number of states are working to … New York, for instance, along with seven other states, signed the Zero Emission Vehicle Action Plan in 2014; together, these eight states are committed to a goal of 3.3 million EVs … executive summary at the Clean Energy Finance Forum and download the full report . Related Events Clean Energy Finance Forum Live! Tue, September 22nd, 2015, 7:45 AM EDT — 8:45 AM EDT …
… community and social media. SmartPower helped coordinate a series of intimate educational events including solar workshops, live-installations for the public and community tours of … solar. As more people signed up, the price fell further. A strict end-date inspired fast action. The fifth (and final) round of Solarize included a couple of interesting variations … in these towns. SolarCity is the nation’s largest residential solar installer and the greatest competition to the local installers that participate in Solarize. This suggests …
… charging stations and make the market more profitable, leading to further expansion. Real-world examples have demonstrated that if EVs are on the roads, the private market will … charging stations and make the market more profitable, leading to further expansion. Real-world examples have demonstrated that if EVs are on the roads, the private market will … charging stations and make the market more profitable, leading to further expansion. Real-world examples have demonstrated that if EVs are on the roads, the private market will …
… US SIF conference, sustainable, responsible and impact investing has continued to gain traction. The latest US SIF report cites that, at the start of 2014, approximately $6.57 … in the service of society, finance that is based on stewardship and serves as a means to a greater end. In this plenary, a spokesperson for Enlightened Finance, John Taft, CEO of RBC … that will curate the latest news in the field, slated to launch spring 2016. Related Events Regenerative Capitalism: How Universal Principles and Patterns Will Shape Our New …