energy efficiency (EE)

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Urgency Needed on Mass. HVAC Retrofits, Boston Official Says
Rev. Mariama White-Hammond with the city of Boston said improving HVAC systems now is a way to start the conversation around efficiency.
City of Honolulu
Honolulu Adopts Near-term Climate Action Plan
The Honolulu City Council adopted a new climate action plan that details strategies for curbing the city's GHGs while boosting renewable energy infrastructure.
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Massachusetts Debates Energy Efficiency Draft Plan
The Mass. Energy Efficiency Advisory Council is conducting outreach on its draft plan that seeks a market shift to electrification.
Far-reaching Energy Bill Sweeps Through Nevada Legislature
Nevada lawmakers passed a bill that would require transmission providers in the state to join a regional transmission organization by January 2030.
Walgreens Looks Beyond Buildings Milestone at DOE Summit
Walgreens is working on a smart buildings initiative to expand on the energy efficiency measures the company has implemented over the last decade.
New York Expands Net-zero Apartment Retrofit Project
NY Energy Research and Development Authority recently opened applications for its second net-zero affordable and multifamily housing retrofit pilot program.
LED Streetlights Cut One Massachusetts City’s Power Bill in Half
Medford, Massachusetts, converted 4,500 streetlights to LED bulbs, which are using 60% less electricity than conventional technologies.
Nev. Land-use, EE, Tx Buildout Bills Head for Home Stretch
A resolution to protect Nevada’s lands and waters is advancing in the legislature, but several energy-related bills have expired.
Carbon Capture, Nuclear Needed for Climate Goals, Expert Says
The Brookings Institute's Samantha Gross says controversial energy sources, such as nuclear, are needed to meet climate goals.
NACFE
DOE Offers $100M for Electrification of Heavy Trucks
The DOE said transportation accounts for the largest share of the nation's GHG emissions and must be significantly reduced to reach net zero by 2050.

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