The Southeast United States, particularly Tennessee, is currently lagging behind the rest of the nation in terms of energy efficiency. A recent report by the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) highlights the region's underperformance and the significant potential for improvement. This
The concept of inclusive utility investments (IUIs), known by various names such as on-bill financing programs, tariffed on-bill investment programs, or pay-as-you-save (PAYS) programs, is becoming recognized as a potential solution. These programs aim to enable financially burdened households to
In the early 1980s, Chattanooga, Tennessee faced significant economic challenges as businesses were closing or moving operations offshore, leading to a nearly deserted downtown area after work hours. The Tennessee River, which had once been central to the city's economy and character, no
In a significant step towards promoting energy efficiency in construction and renovations across Oregon, the Energy Trust of Oregon has awarded CLEAResult a five-year contract to lead their New Buildings program. CLEAResult, which has been an integral part of this program since 2009, will continue
North American railroads are currently grappling with a significant challenge: transitioning their operations from diesel fuel to cleaner, alternative power sources. Diesel fuel's unmatched energy-to-weight power ratios have made it integral to railroad operations, resulting in reliance on
The potential for biofuels like FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester) and HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) to decarbonize the shipping industry seems promising. However, significant supply challenges must be addressed before biofuels can be a viable solution on a large scale. The information comes from
