by Emily Barriere | Sep 16, 2021 | Alternative Energy, Current Events, Decentralization, Energy Security
Clean Choice Energy Coming in October: In October, local Santa Barbara residents will have access to Community Choice Energy. The inception of this program began in 2002. California ratified Assembly Bill 117, which gave local authorities the power to build renewable... 
by Emily Barriere | Jul 8, 2021 | Energy Efficiency, Energy Security
Energy Consumption in the Construction Industry ASHRAE is a prominent figure in the energy efficiency industry. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers researches, influences, educates and certifies as an organization. According... 
by Emily Barriere | Jun 24, 2021 | Decentralization, Energy Security, Legal, Social Issues
Defining Energy Inequity: California is pioneering the way to solve energy inequity through investing in efficiency amongst disadvantaged communities. What does energy inequity mean, exactly? When people hear “energy inequity”, most typically think of... 
by Emily Barriere | Apr 22, 2021 | Energy Security
Zero-Net Vs. Net Positive: California’s stride towards Zero-Net Energy has unearthed an even greater possibility for the future of buildings: Net Positive Energy. A building that goes below zero on the HERS Index has an energy surplus. Basically, a Net Positive... 
by Emily Barriere | Jan 21, 2021 | Alternative Energy, Decentralization, Energy Security, Food Security
Defining Self-Sufficiency: Most Americans would agree they value freedom and independence as top priorities. Our country was founded on fleeing tyranny to gain independence and self-sufficiency. But, it seems as soon as we get away from one form, another begins.... 
by Emily Barriere | Nov 5, 2020 | Alternative Energy, Energy Security, Myth Busting, Social Issues
Green Energy Critics Explained: There is a large debate about California’s decision to move towards a “greener future.” When the governor of California told the world that California’s goal was to reach zero net energy by the year 2030, the...
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