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The The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)’s 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard is out! This scorecard ranks 75 of the largest U.S. cities on energy efficiency and reducing GHG emissions and identifies the best-performing cities, the most improved, and those with substantial room for improvement, with recommendations for making progress. This year, the top three cities are: 1. #SanFrancisco 2. #Denver 3. #Seattle Find out what they did to earn the top spots and where your city ranks⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gXTxUzFj

What's the state of clean energy in U.S. cities? Find out with the 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard by The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Learn which cities are leading on energy efficiency, reducing greenhouse emissions, prioritizing equity, and innovating building & transportation polices. https://lnkd.in/eaYZfBvV

EPA Announces Top Cities for ENERGY STAR Certified Buildings Denver Ranked 7! The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its annual list of the top U.S. cities with the most ENERGY STAR certified buildings. Los Angeles (876 certified buildings) and Washington, D.C. (631) once again claimed the top two spots, but check out this year’s rankings to see where your city stands. EPA generates a Top 25 overall list, as well as Top 10 lists for mid-sized and small cities. Over 8,800 buildings earned the certification last year, totaling over 43,000 buildings since 1999. To learn more about ENERGY STAR certification for buildings, visit ENERGY STAR Certification for Buildings and How to Apply for ENERGY STAR Certification.

Which U.S. cities have made the most progress toward increasing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions?   The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard ranks 75 of the largest cities on these metrics, identifies the best-performing cities, the most improved, those with substantial room for improvement, and makes recommendations for making further progress!   Find out which cities are leading the way and where your city ranks ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eaYZfBvV

The @American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy’s 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard came out this week! This scorecard ranks 75 of the largest U.S. cities on energy efficiency and reducing GHG emissions and identifies the best-performing cities, the most improved, and those with substantial room for improvement, with recommendations for making progress. This year, the top three cities are: 1. #SanFrancisco 2. #Denver 3. #Seattle Find out what they did to earn the top spots and where your city ranks⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eUEdqyqf 

Large U.S. cities are increasingly working to center racial and social equity in their climate and clean energy priorities, but there’s a significant gap in translating ambitions for equitable outcomes into specific policies and programs, according to the 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard. The new report from the The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) ranks 75 of the largest U.S. cities on energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions and identifies the best-performing cities, the most improved, and those with substantial room for improvement, with recommendations for making progress. Where does your city stand? https://lnkd.in/eaYZfBvV

The The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)’s 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard is out! This scorecard ranks 75 of the largest U.S. cities on energy efficiency and reducing GHG emissions and identifies the best-performing cities, the most improved, and those with substantial room for improvement, with recommendations for making progress. This year, the top three cities are: 1. #SanFrancisco 🌉 2. #Denver 🌄 3. #Seattle 🏙 Find out what they did to earn the top spots + see where your city ranks and how #SmartSurfaces are tied to the score! ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eaYZfBvV

NEW REPORT! Municipal and county ordinances shape our clean energy future. A new analysis by Senior Policy Analyst James Goodwin and Clean Energy Policy Analyst Federico Holm reveals barriers and opportunities for a just transition. More here. 🌎 https://lnkd.in/eAYee-Eg #EnergyDemocracy #CleanEnergy #RenewableEnergy #MunicipalOrdinances #CleanEnergyFuture #JustTransition #EnergyPolicy #RenewableFuture #PolicyAnalysis #EnergyJustice #SustainableCommunities #CleanEnergyTransition

Today, on National Cut Your Energy Costs Day, we're revisiting D&A’s collaboration with CleanPower San Francisco (CPSF) for their "Be Powerful" campaign. Insights gathered from a survey of San Franciscans (conducted in English, Spanish, and Cantonese) revealed nearly as many residents prioritized clean, renewable energy sources as desired to save on bills. This critically informed our campaign to emphasize the power of choice while amplifying customer appreciation. 🌎💚 Reducing energy costs is not only about saving money — but rather a crucial step toward a sustainable future. By embracing energy-efficient practices, we collectively contribute to environmental preservation. Some energy-saving winter tips include: - Open the shades to let natural sunlight warm the inside of your home or apartment; - Reverse ceiling fans to force warm air near the ceiling down into the living space; - Reduce drafts by sealing holes around pipes and vents (or get your landlord to help). Lowering energy consumption reduces carbon footprints, mitigates climate change, and fosters a healthier planet for generations to come. 🌱💙 A special acknowledgment to our long-time partners Goodwin Simon Strategic Research and Digital Marketing Group for their collaboration on our successful “Be Powerful Campaign.” Learn more about our work for San Francisco Public Utilities Commission https://lnkd.in/gZjB2NmA. #BePowerful #CleanEnergyChoice #CutYourEnergyCostsDay

🔍 Insightful Findings: Rising energy bills top the list of concerns for nearly half of Brits, driving a surge in energy-saving measures like solar panel installations according to a new Halifax survey. Let's continue advocating for sustainable solutions in our communities. #EnergyTrends #HomeownerInsights #SustainableSolutions #CommunityAdvocacy