Steam to Ice – a financially prudent energy conservation measure for NYC’s new 1253 law
Your commercial, industrial or residential building has a new energy conservation measure (ECM) to meet – and new financial opportunities to secure. Here’s what you need to know: 1. By 2030, large city buildings must reduce greenhouse emissions by 40% – increasing to 80% by 2050 – according to New York City Council’s recently passed […]
Debunking the Top 4 Myths of Electric Wholesale Procurement
When I talk to prospective clients about the benefits of transitioning to electric wholesale procurement, much of my time is spent correcting inaccuracies they’ve learned elsewhere. So I’m devoting this blog entry to the top myths I regularly encounter—and how learning the truth about them can benefit your organization. Myth #1: Retail and wholesale procurement […]
How Global Economics Impact Your Energy Equation
Last weekend, I made my annual trip to a privately held global economic forum. This year’s attendees featured a half dozen of the world’s leading global economists (including former Federal & European Union Policy advisors) and roughly a dozen leading money managers. Representatives came from financial capitals in Asia, Europe, and Canada, as well […]
The Power Of A Centralized Org Design
When clients and other colleagues talk about the “trend” of Fortune 500 companies centralizing their energy and energy-related functions, I think we’re looking at something much bigger. There are numerous drivers behind the move toward centralization. Expected savings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty, is the obvious one. But another common driver is the need […]