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Kit White |
We all know that the cheapest kilowatt is the one not used, but how is energy efficiency actually valued?
Milwaukee
Emma Hurbanis |
Milwaukee, Wisconsin recently passed an energy benchmarking ordinance, a proven method for reducing building energy use in as little as one year after reporting.
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Kelley Lauginiger |
When most people think about nature, the first place their minds wander is not often ‘buildings.’  As made clear throughout ACEEE’s Summer Study conference, this is different for people working in the building energy efficiency space.  
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Kathryn Eggers |
In June, more than 100 MEEA members gathered in St.
Malachi at MES
Tanner Davies |
Each year hundreds of people work their way through the Building Operator Certification (BOC) training.
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Staff |
Our curious readers might be itching to know if MEEA is at the forefront of the distributional equity analysis (DEA) implementation effort, so I’m happy to share that we are participating in a DEA case study taking place in Illinois!
US capitol
Clara Stein |
5-months remain for local governments to apply for EECBG formula awards  
Minnesota capitol
Staff |
During its 2024 session, the Minnesota legislature made a significant stride in enhancing energy efficiency standards for newly constructed residential buildings (three stories or less).
multifamily homes
Staff |
We’re seeing a lot of positive movement across the energy landscape, especially regarding electric and gas utilities. There’s a lot of available funding and new policies being proposed and passed, highlighting energy efficiency as a major goal across the country.