The COVID-19 pandemic kept most of us from getting together and having parties with friends for over a year. Now that vaccines are widely available and things are getting back to normal, many people are planning get-togethers again. But, having a party this summer (or any season!) should be about more than just having fun – especially if you’re trying …
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Green Building Materials on the Rise in New Construction
The eco-conscious movement recently found a place in the construction industry. Environmental engineers and scientists developed new technologies and materials that limit building’s ecological impact. President Biden initiated the Build Back Better plan upon entering office, improving sustainability standards. It promotes sustainable building practices and green infrastructure development. Biden allocated $2 trillion to restructuring the clean energy and development industry, …
Read More »Propane Offers Decarbonization Solution to Producers for Record-Level Emissions
New study underscores the need to transition to clean energy sources like propane as soon as possible. WASHINGTON (July 2021) — The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) emphasizes the need to accelerate decarbonization today with clean energy sources like propane. A new study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) found atmospheric levels of carbon dioxide peaked …
Read More »Debunking Four Myths About Solar Energy Farms
By Nathan Fabrick Solar energy is poised to become an important part of America’s new energy supply as the country is preparing to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy within the next few decades. President Biden wants the United States to achieve a 50-52 percent reduction from 2005 levels in economy-wide net greenhouse gas pollution in 2030. Within the mix …
Read More »How Are EVs and Charging Stations Encouraging Grid Upgrades?
The green technological movement is improving various industries. Since Tesla revolutionized the automobile market, the transportation sector began transitioning away from its fossil fuel reliance. The shift promoted eco-consumerism values, forming new production and sourcing standards. Vehicles without tailpipe emissions significantly reduce atmospheric degradation. We may additionally limit air pollution by enhancing the energy grid’s sustainability. Device enhancements, customer values, …
Read More »How Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Pay for Themselves
Around 40% of annual energy consumption in the United States is attributed to homes and commercial businesses. That means the average American spends around $2000 each year to keep their home appliances and electricity running. But how much of that $2000 is wasted? It turns out the answer is quite a bit. Air drafts, outdated HVAC systems, and other waste …
Read More »Why Do Smart Cities Need to Prioritize Better Air Quality?
The world is becoming increasingly urbanized. As of 2018, 4.2 billion people lived in cities, representing more than half the global population. By 2050, experts predict this figure will rise to 7 billion, almost equal to today’s entire population. As more people flood into urban areas, the smart city movement has gained momentum. Smart cities, with their vast interconnected device …
Read More »4 keys to selling solar energy projects to local communities
By Nathan Fabrick President Biden has been elected on promises that (among other things) he will launch a Clean Energy Revolution in this country that would eventually help it achieve the ambitious goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Rystad Energy has estimated that we would need about 13,412 square miles of land to install all the solar panels needed to help …
Read More »Why is There a Solar Boom in Texas?
The early 2021 winter storm in Texas left residents without power for days. Extremely low temperatures caused statewide health risks, generating panic and distress. Following the blackout, government officials searched for future prevention plans. Solar power provides a sustainable solution for power outages. Many individuals invested in renewable energy after the blackout, eliminating their reliance on the grid. The government …
Read More »Careers Advancing the Future of Alternative Energy
Alternative energy is the future. As the public push for more sustainable practices accelerates, both business owners and government officials are moving toward cleaner practices — but they’re not doing it alone. Many organizations now employ a variety of professionals who play important roles in putting green initiatives into action. In this article, we’ll explore some of the many diverse …
Read More »Actionable Steps to Reduce Your Business’ Carbon Footprint
Have you ever thought about your business’s carbon footprint? If you’ve been following the news or social media for any length of time, the answer is probably yes. It’s impossible to avoid the talk on climate change, greenhouse gases, and sustainability – and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. The more people are aware of it and educated on it, …
Read More »How Did COVID-19 Impact Wind Energy?
The pre-pandemic wind energy market was booming. In 2019, the sector saw its second-largest expansion since 2015, adding 57.4 gigawatts of capacity. Like virtually every other industry, though, wind power experienced a sudden onslaught of disruption from COVID-19. Now, many sectors are starting to recover, and there seems to be an end to the pandemic in sight. While COVID-19 caused …
Read More »Clean Energy Now Employs 3 Million Americans
Clean energy sees first recorded drop in overall jobs, yet policies hold promise for unparalleled growth in years ahead Sector recovered 300,000 jobs since unemployment peaked in Q2 Clean vehicles and wind energy finish year in the positive, despite early losses WASHINGTON, DC (April 19, 2021) – Clean energy jobs surged nearly 11 percent in the second half of 2020 …
Read More »Waga Energy to deploy its break-through landfill renewable natural gas technology in Quebec
QUEBEC, April 13, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ – Waga Energy, the European leader in landfill gas-to- renewable natural gas (RNG) technology, has been enlisted by The Mauricie Residual Materials Management Board (RGMRM) to deploy its innovative gas upgrading solution at the Saint-Étienne-des-Grès landfill, in Quebec. The green gas produced will be purchased by Énergir, the largest gas distribution company in the …
Read More »What Can You Do To Slow Global Warming?
As people live their day-to-day lives, it is sometimes hard for them to understand how it might be possible for them to help prevent global warming. It is difficult to comprehend how one person might have any effect on the outcome of global warming. When faced with such a huge issue, many people decide there is really nothing they can do. They …
Read More »PRESIDENT BIDEN’S AMERICAN JOBS PLAN WILL HELP TRANSFORM THE ENERGY SECTOR AND KICK START OUR ECONOMY INTO HIGH GEAR
Transforming the Nation’s Electrical Grid Will Put Money Back into Consumer Pocketbooks, Boost the Economy and Reduce Harmful Emissions Washington, D.C. — Earlier this week, President Biden announced his American Jobs Plan, a sweeping $2 trillion infrastructure and jobs package that would reshape the American economy by making the biggest investment in our nation’s systems in decades. In response, Consumer …
Read More »How Did Solar Become the Cheapest Energy?
The solar power industry hit a remarkable achievement in 2020. According to the International Energy Agency (IAE), solar photovoltaics are now the cheapest way to produce energy in most countries. Solar energy prices have been falling since the technology’s inception, but this is a substantial accomplishment. Ten years ago, solar was the most expensive energy option, but its cost has …
Read More »Is Political Change the Answer to Electric Car Innovation?
Electric vehicles are, in all likelihood, the future of commercial and private transportation. Nations like China, India, Britain, and France have all declared their intentions to phase out the production of traditional vehicles in favor of electric alternatives. But with many economies relying on the production of gas-powered cars for success, is political change the best answer to innovating the …
Read More »American Clean Power Association Statement on Supply Chain Executive Order
WASHINGTON, DC, February 24, 2021 — The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today issued the following statement after President Biden signed an executive order on America’s supply chains. “American Clean Power supports the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to further develop the existing strong U.S. manufacturing presence for clean energy technologies. More than 530 American manufacturing facilities already contribute to the U.S. …
Read More »California Increased Its Renewable Energy Production by 65.2%
One of the most significant trends over the last decade for the economy, society, geopolitics, and the environment has been the rise of renewable energy. Fossil fuels have been the basis of the industrial economy for generations, powering tremendous economic growth but with dangerous consequences for the environment and public health. With the dramatic expansion of renewable energy technologies over …
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