Posts Categorized: Equity

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  Empowering Change: Advocating for Diversity in the Energy Efficiency Industry

  by Sam Randall

  This year’s National Women’s History Month theme celebrates “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.” As the National Women’s History Alliance explains, this theme discusses how “for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely from our lives and institutions.”

  This plea resonates with me. Below, I offer thoughts on the intersection of gender and the energy efficiency field, concluding with a call to action to recognize those who advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in your network!

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  Weatherization Without Walkaways: Change is Coming, But Needs a Push

  by Steve Cowell

  Weatherization is in the news more than ever, with infrastructure funds coming and with state and federal legislation proposed to improve buildings.

  Funding is necessary, but not sufficient, to solve our nation’s crisis in substandard housing. We absolutely need smart strategy. If we do not apply funds quickly and effectively, this opportunity could turn into its own crisis. This is what keeps me up at night.

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  Charging Forward: How to Scale EV Infrastructure in Massachusetts and Beyond

  by Rachel Fishman

  The age of the electric vehicles has arrived and it’s here to stay. In a recent poll, 56% of Massachusetts respondents say they are likely to purchase an EV in the next five years. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will supply $7.5 billion to build a nationwide network of charging stations. Read More