Energy efficiency plays a crucial role in decarbonization because it can reduce costs as demand for electricity grows, panelists said in a CEC workshop.

Mass. regulators have proposed a mechanism for tying quantifiable equity goals and GHG emission reductions to state energy efficiency program funding.

The California Energy Commission approved a major update to the state's building code, establishing new requirements for houses and business buildings.

The Shelburne Museum in Vermont sees the installation of two solar arrays on its property as a learning opportunity for visitors about sustainability.

The Vermont Climate Council heard recommendations on how to reduce emissions for the electricity, thermal and transportation sectors.

Maryland is looking at challenges of different pathways to building decarbonization, while Montgomery County explores solutions in energy performance standards.

State regulators must change their thinking about the value of energy efficiency to meet net-zero goals, speakers told the NARUC Summer Policy Summit.

Updating building codes is “one of the easiest things we can do" to reduce emissions, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said at a DOE conference.

Vermont and Maine will put $136 million in federal aid into climate and energy initiatives; Massachusetts is looking to spend $400 million on those sectors.

Officials at a SEPA webinar discussed a transactive market platform pilot in California that proactively helps shift load and save customers money.