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We’re consulting on the next steps towards residential and commercial building electrification, paving the way for Victorians to save hundreds of dollars a year on their energy bills. Not only does electrification of Victoria’s residential and commercial gas use ease cost-of-living pressures on households and businesses, but it can also save gas for industrial users and contribute to achieving the State’s legislated emissions reduction targets. The 2024 Gas Substitution Roadmap Update outlines progress to date and upcoming actions, including the Building Electrification Regulatory Impact Statement, now open to feedback on Engage Victoria. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gKBujbXH

Join us for an upcoming webinar on TUE 10/29 @ 12 pm ET: Leveraging Today’s Trends in Building Electrification and Efficiency   In 2024 we’ve seen: ·         Ground-breaking bills in Washington, Colorado, and California testing out new approaches to gas utility modernization. ·         State energy offices considering how to weave equity and energy efficiency considerations into Inflation Reduction Act programs ·         The development of “non-pipeline alternatives” (NPAs) frameworks as a key regulatory tool for the energy transition.   Thanks to new electrification and efficiency policies, we are creating a path towards clean, affordable, reliable, and resilient buildings!   In the next webinar from national business association Advanced Energy United, we’ll cover the trends we observed this year in building electrification policy, then discuss with panelists how these policy trends are impacting on-the-ground adoption of ground-source heat pumps, innovative gas load flexibility resources, and energy efficiency and electrification programs. And we’ll discuss how to leverage this momentum to achieve 100% clean homes and businesses.   Register here: https://lnkd.in/gZj2fZse

Building energy codes make the electric grid more resilient and help save lives during extreme weather events and extended power outages. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced $90 million in competitive awards to help states, cities, tribal nations, and their partners implement updated energy codes for residential and commercial buildings to save energy and lower utility bills. SPEER is proud that we have been selected for several competitive awards to support the implementation of efficient and resilient energy codes in our region of Texas and Oklahoma. Access to training on the latest codes is especially important in the south-central region, since in recent years more homes have been built in Texas than in any other U.S. state. Read more: https://ow.ly/hKQK50TrpeA

A new wave of projects are linking buildings together in so-called thermal energy networks. These systems, which offer a reliable, efficient and climate-friendly alternative to fossil-fuel-based heating and cooling, haven’t been widely deployed in the U.S. yet. But as the U.S. moves toward a goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, some states, cities, utilities and developers are taking a closer look, attracted by the technology’s potential to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions, cut heating bills, ease strain on the electrical grid and provide gas utilities with a new business model in a cleaner energy future. My latest for The Wall Street Journal:

More big news out of California (March 29, 2024): Headline #2: The CEC released the "45 Day Express Language" for Title 24-2025. Here are some of the key "game changers": -Central air conditioning systems in certain existing commercial buildings can only be replaced by heat pumps.   -Increased and expanded requirements for on-site solar PV and battery energy storage systems.   -New requirements for solar or heat pump water heating systems for pools and spas.   -New all-electric readiness for commercial kitchens.   -New electric-ready requirements for multi-family water heating systems.   -New requirements for heat pump water heaters in individual dwelling units in low-rise multi-family buildings. More information on hearings and comment deadlines can be found at the following link: https://lnkd.in/e5kzpcqK

New York Energy Week 2024: "The Critical Role of Transmission Rate Incentives and Stable Return on Equity Policies in Building Essential Electric Infrastructure" New York Energy Week 2024 kicks off from June 24 to June 28, celebrating eleven years of energy leadership. This year's event promises to be the ultimate convergence of the global energy ecosystem, bringing together experts from renewable and fossil fuel industries, utilities, regulatory bodies, finance, government, academia, law, and media. NYEW has become a pivotal event for fostering connections and driving innovation, strategic partnerships, and collaborative action. Attendees can look forward to a packed schedule of panel discussions, workshops, keynote addresses, and networking events. One of this year’s highlights is "The Critical Role of Transmission Rate Incentives and Stable Return on Equity Policies in Building Essential Electric Infrastructure" with Nicholas Cicale, Counsel at Davis Wright Tremaine. Scheduled for June 28 from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm, Cicale will explore the financial strategies necessary for developing crucial electric infrastructure. Cicale's session will delve deep into the financial frameworks essential for the development of electric infrastructure. Attendees can anticipate this session to shed light on the critical role of transmission rate incentives and stable return on equity policies in fostering investment in essential electric infrastructure. Through real-world examples and case studies, Cicale will elucidate how these financial mechanisms can incentivize private sector participation in building the infrastructure necessary for a reliable and resilient energy grid. NYEW 2024 continues to bridge gaps between different energy sectors, promoting thought leadership and examining the latest trends shaping the future of energy. Don't miss out on this transformative event—register now to be part of the conversation and help shape the future of energy. https://lnkd.in/gFd9RDWD

Do you want to better understand the ENERGY STAR® labels on your windows and doors? In Canada, these products are tested for energy efficiency based on key metrics: ❄️ U-Factor: Measures heat loss—lower values are better. 🌡️ Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC): Measures how much of the sun's heat passes into your home—higher values mean more solar heat gain. ⚡ Energy Rating (ER): Combines U-Factor, SHGC, and air leakage—higher values indicate a more efficient product. 💡 Visible Transmittance (VT): Ratio measures the amount of visible light that passes through a product—higher values mean more light passes through. Look for these ratings to choose energy-efficient products! For more information: https://buff.ly/3TDV8SI #AllWeatherAtHome #EnergyStar #EnergyEfficiency

Undergoing an impact assessment for the Bruce C Project creates a valuable option for the province in electricity planning, and successful Life-Extension and MCR projects will help meet energy demands for decades. Learn more🔗: https://lnkd.in/gWC3Un4q

Another beautiful, 100% Wind-Water-Solar day in California. Today is the 26th out of the past 33 days that WWS supply exceeded demand on the grid for 0.25-6 h. Today, it was for 1.67 h, and the peak was 103.4% WWS relative to demand. And demand during the day is being reduced by rooftop PV. Rooftop PV that reduces household demand is behind-the-meter, so not included in grid supply of PV. It reduces daytime demand, though, and batteries associated with rooftop PV reduce night demand.

Did you know that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) estimates that commercial buildings account for 18% of total energy consumption in the United States?! 🏭⚡ This equates to over $190 billion in energy expenditures per year and 826 million metric tons of Co2 emissions annually. For commercial building owners and property managers, building operation costs are some of the highest expenses, making energy consumption optimization a top priority. Having the right energy management and indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring system is key for cost saving and environmental impact minimization. Learn more about WellStat's real-time monitoring and reporting system :🔗 https://lnkd.in/gZVqjHzt