“Can you take a look at the data file and let me know if the drop-downs are working for you?”
“Actually, no. The file is too big for my DSL…”
I’m worried about rural places.
How much do you understand about Cogeneration? Well, if your answer to that question is anything other than, “I know everything there is to know about cogeneration.” Please, read on!
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A few weeks ago, I dove into the differences between Equality VS Equity. In short, acknowledging the difference between these two words and grasping what it means to embody each, is imperative for the way we conduct our work in the energy industry. I initially thought it was an ongoing battle between these two. How can we enact equality that then leads to equity?
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This week, we are going to discuss lighting. Now, you might be thinking that since you’ve converted all of your lighting to LEDs you can’t possibly get any more efficient, right?
Not exactly.
Lighting is important because it can represent as much as 30% of the energy usage in a building. Therefore, it is important to understand that lighting efficiency does not just come from the type of lighting product you use but also how that lighting is applied in each space.
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We are still not free (…) And you know why we aren’t free?
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Energy efficiency doesn’t just start once you arrive at the office in the morning. Energy efficiency can begin with your morning commute which is exactly what some local governments are doing right now!
For example, the state of New Hampshire started a ride sharing program offering special incentive prizes for groups of people that racked up the most avoided miles traveled and the most avoided pounds of emissions. This program was driven by TripSpark, a mobile application that helps individuals find rideshare buddies based upon common destinations and work hours
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Myself and the other members of the SJVCEO are thankful that we have been able to continue to work through the COVID-19 pandemic. While working from home or remotely, we have had to make some adjustments, however, we are still able to work through the days safely in our own homes. We are pushing the three-month mark, so yes things have changed, especially in the context of face to face meetings. For our organization, we are unsure of when we will be able to meet in person with partners again, but rest assured, the day will come!
Read MoreWhat is a smart socket? It’s actually just a fancy way to say smart plug. That may have taken some of the allure out of this topic but I assure you, smart sockets are really super cool!
Your next question is very likely going to be, “what makes them so smart?” Well, they make all of your “dumb” devices into “smart” devices. A smart socket connects to wifi and is usually associated with a mobile app and allows you to control devices remotely. Ever leave your house and wonder if you switched off your curling iron or television? Have you ever left your workstation and wondered if you turned off your monitor or task lamp?
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As a participant of many webinars over the last couple of months, I have been able to utilize educational tools in new ways and absorb new information daily. Through this, there has been a commonality between many of the webinars or calls that I have participated in (and no, it is not Zoom/WebEx/Skype technical difficulties). Before digging into a specific topic, the conversation of Clean Energy Jobs often presents itself.
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I hope you are enjoying a great week. This week, I would like to call attention to something that you, very likely, don’t think about much: your facility landscaping care equipment.
Sure, it’s unassuming and is only used for a few hours on a weekly basis, in most cases. However, this equipment is probably all gas-powered. What’s the big deal, you ask? Most gas-powered leaf blowers are powered by a two-stroke engine. This type of engine does not have an independent lubricating mechanism and must mix oil with gas in the combustion process in order to function properly. Translation: the amount of harmful emissions that come from them is significant.
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Whether using them to protect ourselves or hiding under them, covers are all the rage right now. Team SJVCEO is in both camps, but music is a salve, and thankfully songs we love have second lives in the hands of a different artist. So, whether you’re listening from deep within your bedsheets or while trying to learn to breathe through a face mask on your daily run, here’s our best-covered tracks to take you through another month.
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As I was perusing Twitter, there was an overwhelming number of articles and links of the current status of the world today and then I came across the visual above. While it was the last thing that I expected, I examined it for a few seconds and then continued to scroll.
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I thought I would share a concept with you that is still relatively new but has been gaining traction in recent years: Virtual Power Plants.
With the increasing need for demand response and increasing presence of independent power producers, there has also been an increase in the need for innovation in the energy sector. Electricity infrastructure is becoming more diverse and the concept of Virtual Power Plants allows those diverse and, often, sporadically located energy resources to be integrated.
Read MoreThe SJVCEO team is offering one-on-one sessions to help you return as an Energy Champion!
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The new way of living that we are currently facing as a globe is causing us to take a step back and evaluate many components of our day to day life. Whether that is in your personal or professional routines, changes seem to be coming into existence every day. An overwhelming amount of news and media platforms have taken vast control of our working days and I have found it rather difficult to remain entirely focused on my daily tasks
Read MoreHere’s the $64,000 question: should I incorporate battery storage?
The short answer to that question is MAYBE! That is, most likely, not the answer you were looking for but the reality is, every situation is different. Let’s discuss some of the benefits of battery storage and you can make that decision for yourself.
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April Spotify- How are things going for Team SJVCEO? Oh, well…Rochelle is thriving in this new work from home world. Samantha is a machine and will excel anywhere. Courtney and Kelsey are dying on the vine from lack of human contact. So, you know, exactly as expected.
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Tomorrow is April Fools Day. BUT…
Before you go leaving a BIG Krispy Kreme doughnut box in your breakroom filled with veggies, covering someone’s workstation (and everything in it) with foil, or placing bubble wrap under a rug in a common area and watching as people walk by, I want to be sure we get our bi-weekly dose of energy-efficient technology in.
I came across a brand new technology in my research which I am very excited about. Wouldn’t it be amazing if there was a building envelope barrier that can help control moisture, prevent mold, and increase energy efficiency? It is in development right now and it is called Adaptive Weather Resistant Barrier (AWRB).
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In addition to the movements discussed in the February Edition of Energizing the Workforce, there is one clear pathway that is being more commonly discussed among businesses in terms of expanding their scope of employment. OPEN HIRING! Businesses and organizations all over the United States are engaging in this practice to help widen the hiring scope.
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