Funding Available for Projects That Achieve Innovative Pathways To Reduce Energy Use and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Hospitals Projects To Help Lower Operating Costs, Increase Comfort and Improve Indoor Air Quality Governor Hochul today announced more than $20 million is … Continue reading →
Solving the energy “trilemma” Anna Ettlin The energy transition poses challenges for countries, cities, and regions. The use of sustainable sources of energy is key to halting climate change. At the same time, the costs of the energy system must … Continue reading →
if you have not submitted your comment, the deadline is Monday, October 6 Why we need this call-to-action This summer, the state published a draft of its comprehensive energy plan, which is open for comment until October 6th. The Governor’s … Continue reading →
Happy Energy Efficiency Day! It’s a perfect time to spread the word about the benefits of efficiency, including that it saves money, cuts pollution, and creates good jobs. Some Good and Bad Efficiency News in the Northeast Bad News: Vermont … Continue reading →
July 23, 2025 Washington, D.C. – On the same day that the Department of Energy cancelled a loan for a shovel-ready transmission project that would improve grid reliability and national security, the Trump Administration released its latest Executive Order on artificial intelligence that … Continue reading →
Building Cleaner Communities Competition Supports Carbon Reduction Strategies for Regionally Significant Commercial Projects Across the State The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) today announced $15 million is now available for clean, resilient economic development projects as … Continue reading →
Andrew deLaski The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to let companies violate rules it does not like. Not enforcing appliance efficiency standards would raise consumer costs and harm domestic manufacturers. President Trump has disparaged energy efficiency standards, but he has … Continue reading →
Carl Pope How can the fastest growing source of U.S. electricity – renewable energy — be providing the cheapest power in history, while at the same time there is a national affordability crisis leaving 80 million Americans struggling with their … Continue reading →
President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Chris Wright to lead the Department of Energy presents an important moment for American energy policy. Trump has promised to cut energy costs “by half within 12 months”. To deliver on this promise, Chris Wright will need … Continue reading →
U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy On June 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building (energy.gov)to advance public and private sector efforts to decarbonize the buildings … Continue reading →