Electricity
Building Solar Friendly Communities in Colorado
Coloradoans often brag that the state receives an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. In addition to attracting outdoor enthusiasts year round, the sun also positions Colorado as an emerging hub in the booming U.S. solar market.
Archbold Station: The Ecology of LEED Platinum
It’s encouraging that what was once a rare accomplishment in high-performance building design is now becoming commonplace, maybe even to the point that it’s hardly news. But a small organization hitting LEED Platinum in a rural and ecologically threatened area on a tight budget in a hot, humid climate is not so easy. This is the story of how they did it.
Energy Apathy: The Price and the Cure
Where does your energy come from? What price are we paying for energy apathy? What price will our children pay? We know more about Kim Kardashian than about the energy that directly affects us, whether we want to or not.
President William Jefferson Clinton at RMI 30
Former President Clinton, who spoke at Rocky Mountain Institute’s 25th anniversary event, provided a video for Thursday’s RMI30 gala at the Empire State Building. In it, he recalls his long association with Amory Lovins and notes that RMI helped green the White House during his presidency.
Redefining Green at the Empire State Building
Built during the Great Depression, the Empire State Building symbolizes America's unlimited potential. Today, the Empire State Building is one of the most energy-efficient office buildings in the U.S.