by Maxine Chikumbo | Sep 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
The pandemic’s undefined period of time at home and away from office buildings and schools brings to mind thoughts of workers throughout the energy sector – particularly those currently unemployed or underemployed: building and home inspectors and evaluators, HVAC and...
by Maxine Chikumbo | Sep 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Today, the transportation sector is the leading source of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, as well as a significant emitter of nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and other air toxins that contribute to negative health impacts and climate change. There...
by Maxine Chikumbo | Sep 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Working from home, teaching children from your kitchen table, enrolling for classes online, and/or streaming more entertainment? COVID-19 means residential energy usage is higher than normal. Homes that are less efficient may lead to particularly high spikes in...
by Maxine Chikumbo | Sep 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
When you hear energy efficiency, what do you think of? A broad and ambiguous term? Energy efficiency is being able to perform the same task, but using less energy to do so. It is a simple, low-cost way to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption while also...
by Maxine Chikumbo | Aug 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Decades of research show an energy efficient home is more likely to be a healthier home. Inefficiency does more than waste energy. It penalizes low-income households with financial burdens and creates conditions that are ripe for moisture, mold, and pests. This can...
by Maxine Chikumbo | Aug 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
This year presented unprecedented challenges in our school systems. What should have been another year of school plays, book reports, and graduation ceremonies was upended by COVID-19. Any hope that fall would signal a return to normal has faded as the virus continues...
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