TAKING THE INITIATIVE: Carl Pope’s Blog Last month was one of New England’s better Januarys. Post-Thanksgiving, the region won a rare rating from the North American Reliability Council, It warned that New England uniquely was at “high risk to natural … Continue reading →
Headline News: “The First Climate Migrants Are Leaving Sinking Tuvalu To Start A New Life In Australia” • Tuvalu is one of the countries at greatest risk from climate change due to the worsening threat of rising sea levels. The … Continue reading →
Headline News: “Energy Bills In US Have Increased 13% Since Trump Took Office, New Report Finds” • A Climate Power report points to a massive spending bill Trump signed in July. CP says it is “driving up utility costs and … 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 →
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 →
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 →
Martin Wahl The Obama Presidential Center in the South Side of Chicago will conform to LEED Platinum building efficiency standards, ILFI Zero Energy Certification, and SITES environmental standards for outdoor spaces and landscaping. Located at the end of Chicago’s Midway, … Continue reading →
Vermont Business Magazine VermontBiz and the Vermont Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the winner of the prestigious and highly anticipated Outstanding Business of the Year Award 2023, this year’s winner is Bourne’s Energy. The Award will be presented to Bourne’s … Continue reading →
To see the article as it appears in print, please load the pdf file HERE. Efficiency Vermont’s Contractor Spotlight Interview with Jake Visi, Owner G.E.T. Staff G.E.T.: How did you get started in this industry? Jake Visi: In 2008 or … Continue reading →
To see the article as it appears in print, please load the pdf file HERE. LEED Gold Multi-Family Housing for Working People Barb and Greg Whitchurch The Ruth Lewin Griffin Place, affectionately known by locals as “Ruth’s Place,” was the … Continue reading →