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Welcome to the Alliance to Save Energy's monthly newsletter, e-FFICIENCY NEWS. In this edition: EE Insights, On the Policy Front, Consumer Awareness, EE at Work, Around the World, In Schools and Universities, and Events
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Policy Update: Historic Energy and Climate Bill
 This month, the House Energy and Commerce Committee cast a "yes" vote on a bill that has the potential to advance energy efficiency more than any other single piece of legislation to date. Find out why the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (ACES) has everyone on the Hill talking.
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As the ACES bill moves from the House Energy and Commerce Committee to the next stages, it is even more urgent to underscore for policymakers the important role energy efficiency must play in a comprehensive energy and climate bill. Donate to the Alliance today and join us in our mission to advance energy efficiency in federal policy.
EE at Home: The Tankless Water Heater
Need to replace your aging water heater? Before you shop, consider the benefits and savings that a tankless water heater can yield – among them, a 30 percent tax credit that can offset your investment even more.
The Alliance Partners with Brita Climate Ride
How many cyclists does it take to curb global warming? Find out on September 26-30, when over 200 cyclists will take the Brita Climate Ride from New York City to the steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC to raise money and awareness for climate change issues like energy efficiency, renewable energy and global warming.
The Drive $marter Challenge: Take Two!
The Alliance has launched the second year of the Drive $marter Challenge (D$C), a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers reduce their gasoline bills through simple driving and vehicle maintenance tips. Following last year's successful campaign, the Alliance and its 13 campaign partners are 'driving home' the message of fuel efficiency in the midst of a struggling economy.
The EE Glossary: Combined Heat & Power
You've heard of recycling paper, bottles and cans – but recycling energy?
Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance Report Identifies Water/Energy Links
Two new reports identify energy efficiency opportunities that can relieve the Southeast's growing energy consumption and stressed water supply. Compiled by the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance, the World Resources Institute and Southface, the two reports – Power of Efficiency, and Water and Watts – are now available online.
BCAP Helps the City of San Antonio Improve Building Codes Through Mayor's Mission Verde
Since late 2008, representatives of the Alliance's Building Codes Assistance Project have served the City of San Antonio and its Office of Environmental Policy by providing technical assistance to the advisory committees of the Sustainable Buildings Task Force. Charged with developing the city’s new advanced energy codes, the Sustainable Buildings Task Force was formed in response to San Antonio Mayor Hardberger's groundbreaking 2009 Mission Verde initiative, an all out effort to strengthen the city's economy through widespread sustainability efforts built on energy and water efficiency and conservation.
Alliance Webinar: Window Energy Efficiency Beyond Business as Usual
Thursday, June 11, 2009
11:00 am PDT, 2:00 pm EDT
75 minutes
Register: http://www.csvep.com/machform/view.php?id=3
With about four percent of total U.S. energy use attributable to heat transfer through windows, window upgrades are crucial for energy savings. Moderated by the Alliance's Jeff Harris and featuring speakers representing research, industry and low-income housing, this webinar will focus on the need for window upgrades, and the opportunities beyond "business as usual" for this important market.
New Proposals for Major Greenhouse Gas Reduction Programs in the U.K.
Governments abroad are finding new ways to leverage energy efficiency to meet emissions reduction targets while also assisting citizens in reducing their energy consumption. Alliance Research Associate Tom Simchak reviews two new programs and one amendment to an existing program in the U.K. that would drastically reduce the greenhouse gas impact in the built environment while also helping residents – particularly the low-income, elderly and disabled – lower their energy bills.
Tamil Nadu Municipal Energy Efficiency Program Tests a Replicable ESCO Model
With funding from the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership, the Alliance's International Team is helping to implement a project in Tamil Nadu, India, in which 29 municipalities will undertake energy efficiency projects in 45 towns using energy performance contracts. Although energy service companies (ESCOs) have a long history in India, this is the first instance when ESCOs will be involved in financing such a large municipal project. So far, all investment grade audits have been completed and are being reviewed by the project committee.
Getting the Virtual EE Global 2009 Experience
With over 600 exhibitors, speakers, media and attendees from over 30 countries, EE Global 2009 proved to be a one-stop shop for all things energy efficiency. And even if you didn't make it to Paris for the event, you can still hear what the world's leading energy efficiency experts had to say. Visit the EE Global website to read about groundbreaking strategies and initiatives revealed by policy and industry leaders during EE Global’s plenary sessions. You can also review highlights from sector-specific executive dialogue sessions, E&ETV video footage and interviews with EE Global speakers, and photos, podcast interviews and all other materials associated with the conference.
If you like what you see, count on meeting us in Washington, DC, for EE Global 2010!
Green Schools Feature Lesson Plan: "The Appliance Explosion"
How do you teach energy efficiency to elementary, middle and high-school students? Start by making it relevant to their lives, as this Green Schools lesson plan does by instructing students to collect and track data on the number of appliances they own and compare it to the number owned by adults a generation ago to show the change in energy use over time.
250+ Students Get Energized with Student Energy Audit Training
This year, the Alliance's Student Energy Audit Training (SEAT) taught students across the country about energy – what it is, where it comes from and how to conserve it. Watch SEAT's training videos to find out how the program empowers students to tackle energy waste in their schools and communities.
9 Jun 2009 - 11 Jun 2009
Bilbao, Spain
From 9th to 11th June 2009, the city of Bilbao, in the north of Spain, will be hosting the European Future Energy Forum (EFEF), an event that is designed to focus the attention of all the agents involved in developing renewable energy sources in Europe.
15 Jun 2009 - 16 Jun 2009
Bucharest, Romania
On 15 & 16 June 2009 in Bucharest, Romania, EURELECTRIC will spotlight the industry’s vision on how to develop carbon-neutral power generation, including the necessary electrical infrastructure to fully engage citizens in the energy and climate challenge.
23 Jun 2009 - 24 Jun 2009
Arlington, VA
Meet with key players and discuss current issues facing the smart grid industry.
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