ANHE Program Manager, Climate and Clean Energy | International Speaker on Climate & Health | Health Policy Committee Member at National Hispanic Nurses Association
Extremely happy to share my dear friend and colleague, Carol Ziegler, NP-C, APHN-BC, DNP's most recent co-authored research publication: "Mobilizing carbon offsetting to reduce energy cost burdens: a new approach for calculating and monetizing the offset value of energy efficiency upgrades to low-income housing"!
The SBES Project in Southern California is not just another energy initiative; it's a pioneering step into the future of sustainable power. https://lnkd.in/gqKfrAbB
Leader in climate and energy sustainability & resilient critical infrastructure for a 21st century climate and economy.
Critical Infrastructure transformation is …… mission critical for sustainable transformation.
SVLG members Stanford University and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory are part of a new consortium to help optimize the future grid. The research project called Equitable, Affordable & Resilient Nationwide Energy System Transition (EARNEST) will be a “solutions-oriented effort to help communities plan for a clean energy future.” As a stalwart champion for sustainable growth, SVLG applauds our members for working toward a more equitable future.
Associate Professor at Merchant Marine Academy Macedonia, Research Associate at CERTH/CPERI, Academic Associate at International Hellenic University
Just published the study "A Comprehensive Approach to Nearly Zero Energy Buildings and Districts: Analysis of a Region Undergoing Energy Transition" in Energies MDPI, with Alexandros Tsimpoukis, Vasilis Sougkakis, Petros Dallas, Komninos Angelakoglou, Paraskevi Giourka and Nikos Nikolopoulos, as part of Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) contribution to RESPONSE. Key Highlights: The paper explores strategies for achieving nearly zero-energy buildings and districts, focusing on regions undergoing energy transitions. Our findings provide a roadmap for urban planners, policymakers, and industry leaders to accelerate sustainable energy transitions and achieve climate goals. 📖 Read the full paper here https://lnkd.in/d3mXYVbt #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition #ClimateAction #RESPONSE #CERTH
Another October software install and launch of our proprietary employee-engagement platform for ESOPs. We're pumped to help Catalyst Construction on their ESOP employee ownership journey! It's about culture, communication, and future value Co. growth. Come find out more at esopone.com about all of our online digital solutions to recruit, retain, and educate top talent for ESOPs. #ESOP #EmployeeOwnership #EmployeeOwnedCompany #ESOPOne
October is National Energy Awareness Month! 🌍⚡ At Catalyst Construction, we're committed to building a sustainable future. From renewable energy to eco-friendly materials, our approach to construction is designed to minimize environmental impact. Learn more about our efforts and how we're making a difference: https://lnkd.in/gmJYq4rN #SustainableBuilding #EnergyAwarenessMonth #CatalystConstruction
Check out this great summary of the conclusions of our recent study on the emissions impact of transmission congestion and the very significant implications on what carbon accounting frameworks work - and don't work - given the realities of the modern grid.
A report from REsurety and John Hopkins University, and supported by Princeton University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and WattTime.org, provides new visibility into the cost and emissions impacts of grid congestion — and the widening gap between high impact and low impact clean energy projects. Matthew Casey breaks down the study's key components: https://lnkd.in/e-qsZ7d4
This is a really good article that summarizes a study that shows the importance of deliverability and grid congestion – both are really important when considering the pros/cons of hourly matching (aka 24/7 CFE) as a strategy to accelerate the transition to renewable energy. "In some cases, hourly energy matching within the same grid can increase operational emissions compared to annual energy matching." Directly link to the study: https://lnkd.in/eic-2Fb7
A report from REsurety and John Hopkins University, and supported by Princeton University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and WattTime.org, provides new visibility into the cost and emissions impacts of grid congestion — and the widening gap between high impact and low impact clean energy projects. Matthew Casey breaks down the study's key components: https://lnkd.in/e-qsZ7d4
🚀 California Leading the Way in Green Energy Transition & Sustainable Resource Recovery 🌎⚡ At the recent NextGen Clean Energy Summit UCB 2024 event, key insights were shared on how California is positioning itself to tackle critical mineral shortages, expand renewable energy infrastructure, and ensure ESG compliance. As the 5th largest economy in the world—and one of the largest energy consumers in the western U.S.—California's approach is becoming a blueprint for inclusive, sustainable growth. Here are some key takeaways: ✅ Collaboration with Communities: California is committed to working with local communities and stakeholders, prioritizing cultural and environmental recovery efforts, and ensuring sustainable practices for all. ✅ Regional Partnerships: The state is moving away from acting independently and strengthening collaboration with neighboring states like Nevada, known for its mining expertise. The regional transmission authority concept is paving the way for more effective energy sharing across the region. ✅ Progressive Policy Leadership: California's forward-thinking legislature is ensuring that green energy policies extend beyond its borders, promoting ethical mining and resource management throughout the western U.S. ✅ Balancing Growth & Sustainability: As a global economic powerhouse, California is setting equitable policies to meet growing energy demands without compromising on ESG principles. As we strive toward a sustainable future, California’s leadership reminds us of the importance of community engagement, regional collaboration, and progressive policies. Together, we can build a greener, more inclusive energy ecosystem that powers economic growth without sacrificing the environment or societal well-being. 🌱⚡ Let’s continue to push boundaries and innovate for a sustainable future—in California and beyond! 💼💡 #GreenEnergy #Sustainability #ESG #EnergyTransition #CriticalMinerals #Cleantech #CaliforniaLeadership #InclusiveGrowth #RegionalCollaboration
The transition to clean energy presents an enormous opportunity, if done right, to create long-term, quality jobs in rural California communities. This piece from The Brookings Institution by Xavier de Souza Briggs, Linnea Jackson, and Katerina Oskarsson, Ph.D. notes that we have a troubled history of implementing industrial-scale projects on rural and tribal land. Past projects were marked by a lack of benefits for local community members, environmental harms, and breaching the trust of tribal nations. The authors posit that these types of large-scale clean energy projects, imminent in California and central to our clean energy transition, must be proactive about community economic benefits and input from local community members. This “high-road” approach is sustainable, inclusive, and ensures that local community members are not only brought into decisions about their land but also that they benefit from the changes made. We’re proud to have The James Irvine Foundation grantees like the Redwood Region Climate and Community Resilience Hub (part of the Humboldt Area Foundation) working to ensure that local communities and tribal members are involved in deciding the path forward for a clean energy transition. https://lnkd.in/gd5qA5bP
Today at the EEC’s Building Energy Performance Summit in Melbourne, our friends at NABERS reached a massive milestone with the launch of their Embodied Carbon rating tool. This new tool enables new buildings and partial rebuilds to measure and compare their upfront embodied carbon with similar buildings, empowering developers, owners, and investors to make data-driven decisions that will help us reach our shared climate goals faster 📉 How? In Australia, embodied carbon from construction activity accounts for 10% of our emissions, most of which happen before or during construction, but Infrastructure Australia research shows we can achieve up to a 23% reduction in these emissions by 2027 with simple decarbonisation strategies. By measuring emissions, we can create better strategies to decarbonise the future. We commend NABERS for this important piece of work. We are proud to have contributed and we look forward to supporting the uptake of this tool across industry. Learn more on the NABERS website or dive into the details by checking out the NABERS embodied carbon rules in the PDF below. https://lnkd.in/gcW6k-9B
Fantastic progress NABERS and congratulations on the launch. Embodied carbon is only going to get proportionately more relevant as we make buildings more efficient during operations. It's also what convinces me that we are on the right path with Siemens EcoTech label - a comprehensive set of criteria covering the entire product lifecycle. Learn more about it here: https://lnkd.in/gAadJHSe Alistair Fraser, Anthony Guiragossian, Constantin Ginet, David Williams, Stephen Gutteridge, Emmanuelle Billard
Today at the EEC’s Building Energy Performance Summit in Melbourne, our friends at NABERS reached a massive milestone with the launch of their Embodied Carbon rating tool. This new tool enables new buildings and partial rebuilds to measure and compare their upfront embodied carbon with similar buildings, empowering developers, owners, and investors to make data-driven decisions that will help us reach our shared climate goals faster 📉 How? In Australia, embodied carbon from construction activity accounts for 10% of our emissions, most of which happen before or during construction, but Infrastructure Australia research shows we can achieve up to a 23% reduction in these emissions by 2027 with simple decarbonisation strategies. By measuring emissions, we can create better strategies to decarbonise the future. We commend NABERS for this important piece of work. We are proud to have contributed and we look forward to supporting the uptake of this tool across industry. Learn more on the NABERS website or dive into the details by checking out the NABERS embodied carbon rules in the PDF below. https://lnkd.in/gcW6k-9B
