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Private Sector Pushes Ahead at Climate Week NYC
At Climate Week NYC 2025, support from Washington was missing, but companies showed up in record numbers. Companies and coalitions are tackling the practical work of the energy transition — from efficiency and transparency to scaling low-carbon industry.
The Surprising Value of the Energy You Don’t Use
Whole-system design can improve energy efficiency by 5x and greatly lower costs, says Amory Lovins.
Why No State Stands Alone: The Shared Power of Regional Transmission
Every western state relies on and supports its neighbors, making regional transmission the backbone of a reliable and affordable grid.
Competing Through Creativity and Resilience: How Regions Can Lead on Advanced Energy
Creativity and efficiency are becoming the new operating models for economic and community development, defining which regions will lead in the next chapter of the…
Why Refrigerant Matters More Than You Think for AC (or Heat Pump) Efficiency
The refrigerant gas inside heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system — for air conditioners and heat pumps — plays a major role in how well it performs, impacting comfort, energy use, and the climate. Here’s why understanding refrigerants matters.
