Energy Efficiency Saves US Manufacturers $2.4 Billion
Energy efficiency saved manufacturers $2.4 billion in five years and could top $10 billion in annual savings by 2020 through DOE’s Better Plants effort.
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What Happens When Washington State Attempts Major Climate Action?
If climate hawk Governor Jay Inslee gets his way, Washington State may have just taken the next step toward America’s clean energy and low-carbon future.
US Mayors Leading The Way On Emission Cuts & Climate Resilience
America’s cities are cutting emissions while boosting clean energy and climate resilience, reports a new survey from the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
10 US Cities Making Massive Emissions Cuts Through Energy Efficiency
A new effort will cut millions of tons of emissions and billions in utility bills for 10 U.S. cities by creating customized energy efficiency plans and sharing best practices.
Seattle Energy Benchmarking Finds $90 Million Potential Annual Utility Bill Savings
Analysis from the first year of reporting under Seattle’s energy benchmarking ordinance has found the city’s building owners could save up to $90 million in utility bills while cutting emissions 42% per year.
Energy Benchmarking Infographic
Originally published on CleanTechnica sister site Green Building Elements. The Institute for Market Transformation has created an infographic on why benchmarking the energy use of buildings is important. I’m a huge fan of benchmarking, in general, and I’m also obviously a big fan of saving energy, so I think this … [continued]
Philadelphia Gets Green Boost with New Energy Benchmarking Bill
From the good folks over at the PennFuture Energy Center (image added): Ignorance may be bliss, but it can be costly when it comes to energy usage. Commercial buildings in the U.S. account for 36 percent of total energy use and 65 percent of electricity consumption. Even small reductions … [continued]
