ACEEE
Resource pages for "ACEEE"-related posts for facility managers (FMs), building operations professionals and decision-makers in all industry sectors.
How To Scale Energy-Saving Commercial Building Retrofits
Commercial building retrofits can reduce energy use by up to 40%, but are not happening at the scale needed to meet climate goals, according to a new ACEEE report.
Lighting Trends: Get Ready For LEDs 2.0
As the first generation of LED fixtures are due for replacement, facilities can boost the benefits.
Industrial Heat Pumps Offer A Path To Energy Security
ACEEE's Industrial Program Director discusses how industrial heat pumps (IHP) offer a compelling path to greater electrification and energy security.
LEDs Now More Economical, Fluorescent Bulbs Should Be Phased Out
Compared to mercury-laced fluorescent bulbs, LEDs cost less, are widely available, and would cut greenhouse gas emissions, new study says.
Lagging Transportation Initiatives Hold Back Cities’ Climate Efforts
Most large U.S. cities have yet to institute strong policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, finds new ACEEE report.
States’ Climate Efforts Need Stronger Efficiency Steps
ACEEE’s review of states and territories with laws requiring a transition to 100% clean electricity, found that only Virginia and Washington include specific efficiency targets.
U.S. Can Cut Emissions By Helping Transform Industrial Clusters
ACEEE's Director of Industrial Program discusses how clusters of industrial companies offer a powerful approach to developing and deploying low-carbon infrastructure.
ACEEE Announces 2021 Champions of Energy Efficiency In Industry
This year’s Champions of Energy Efficiency in Industry Award winners include six influential experts from government and the private sector.
Energy Management Cost Effective In Industrial, Commercial Buildings
New report provides comprehensive snapshot of strategic energy management (SEM) — a systematic process to holistically manage energy use to improve efficiency.
Survey Shows Bipartisan Support For Stronger Energy-Saving Standards
As President Biden unveils new efforts to tackle the climate crisis, ACEEE’s Wendy Koch reviews a survey that shows broad bipartisan support for energy efficiency measures.
California Tops 2020 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard
States are still adopting new energy-saving rules, but the COVID-19 pandemic is slowing overall progress, according to the annual ACEEE report.
How To Create COVID-Safe And Sustainable Learning Environments
ACEEE shares how schools and policymakers can take steps now to create safe, sustainable learning environments that could deliver long-term energy savings.
Reduce COVID-19 Risks In Commercial Buildings Without Wasting Energy
As offices, schools, and retail stores reopen, ACEEE’s Steven Nadel discusses how to reduce COVID-19 risks without wasting energy.
New York City Leads 2020 City Clean Energy Scorecard
Boston, Seattle, Minneapolis, and San Francisco round out the top U.S. cities growing their clean energy efforts, according to ACEEE's newly-released 2020 City Clean Energy Scorecard.
Energy Bill Includes Significant Measures To Improve Efficiency
The U.S. House has passed an energy innovation bill that would make key strides to improve energy efficiency in buildings.
U.S. Utility Energy Efficiency Scorecard Highlights An Industry Transforming
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) ranks utilities on 20 metrics based on 2018 performance, programs, and policies. Leading the way: National Grid Massachusetts and Eversource Massachusetts, tied for first place.
Few Cities Include Robust Clean Energy Policies In Resilience Plans
While many cities are taking steps to increase energy efficiency and renewable power, only one-fifth include such initiatives in their resilience plans, finds a global survey by ACEEE.
DOE Publishes Four New Efficiency Standards, Bowing To Court Order
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published the first new national appliance efficiency standards since 2017.
New Report: Energy Efficiency Efforts Have Made Significant Impact
A first of its kind report from ASE, ACEEE, and BSCE states energy efficiency actions have delivered results, while warning of stalled progress.
Companies Control Majority Of U.S. Energy Use, But Most Lack Efficiency Goals
New ACEEE research finds that companies control about three-fourths of U.S. energy use, but most do not set energy-saving targets or have comprehensive efficiency plans.