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Thermal Energy Networks as Key Infrastructure in Vermont
A new report published in partnership with Building Electrification Institute. “TENs are a critical tool for maintaining grid reliability and stability as Vermont transitions to a cleaner energy future. This function makes TENs a valuable resource with financial benefits.” This detailed report examines how Thermal Energy Networks (TENs) can contribute to and support resource efficient building decarbonization in Vermont. Using utility data to calculate the potential savings TENs could deliver, the analysis: Makes a compelling case for the high efficiency, peak-shaving, and cost-saving value of TENs as a capacity resource for Vermont’s electric grid. Forecasts the impact of broad [...]
Retrofitting America’s Homes: Designing Home Energy Programs that Leverage Federal Climate Investments with Other Funding
This white paper identifies strategies that policymakers, efficiency program administrators, and other decision makers can use to support home energy efficiency upgrades by braiding and stacking new federal funds with existing state, local, utility, and other resources.