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Hello CELC members,
This summer I have been spending lots of time at central Texas watering holes to keep cool and relax but there are times when we do need to stay inside. To curb my energy consumption during this heatwave, I have been keeping my blinds closed and turning up my thermostat. As we reduce our energy usage at home and work it's time to reflect on the resources we have for energy efficiency. The City Efficiency Toolkit is a resource for local governments, school districts, and other public entities interested in establishing or building their energy efficiency programs and initiatives. This toolkit is intended to provide local governments with all the resources for energy efficiency in one location. Feel free to send me other resources you would like included in the toolkit.
All the best,
Shaun Auckland
sauckland@eepartnership.org
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In This Newsletter:
- Local Government Policy
- SPEER News and Events
- Member and Partner News
- Podcasts and What we are Reading
- Job Opportunities
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If you are aware of upcoming policy discussions or actions in your area and would like to share them in this newsletter, please send information to our Policy Manager, Noah, at noaks@eepartnership.org.
Recent and Upcoming Local Government Policy Actions:
Statewide: The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) is accepting public comments on proposed rule changes to the Chapter 25.101 Certification Criteria for transmission projects by Senate Bill 1281 enacted last year. The rules would require PUCT to consider historical and forecasted load for future transmission projects and add the Consumer Benefits Test to the criteria for evaluating proposed projects. A first round of public comments was received on July 8, 2022 and reply comments are due on July 22, 2022. For more information please visit PUCT Project No. 53403.
Austin: On July 15, 2022 the Austin City Council will receive a presentation from the City Manager outlining the proposed budget. For additional information please visit the Austin City Council page here.
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SPEER News and Upcoming Events
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Come Join Our Team - We're Hiring
SPEER is hiring an Energy Code Technical Manager. Buildings last a long time, often 50 to 100 years and sometimes longer. This is important because these same buildings are responsible for approximately 70% of electricity use in the U.S. and generate nearly 50% of annual global CO2 emissions. This role is essential to creating a healthier environment and a more resilient future for all.
2022 SPEER Policy + Industry Workshop
Join SPEER members, partners, and allies for two days of energy dialogue. We’ll exchange thoughts on energy policies and the changing landscape of both the Texas energy grid and national trends. How can we focus on demand-side solutions, raise energy efficiency goals, and increase the adoption of DERs? We’ll answer these questions and more to tailor our focus on increasing reliability and lowering consumer energy costs as we continue the energy transition.
September 26-27, 2022
More information at this link.
Energy Efficiency Day
Each year Energy Efficiency Day (EEDay) draws increasing support. Nationally, in 2021 roughly 950 local governments, utilities, organizations, companies, & individuals signed on as supporters, and 66 cities, counties, or states issued proclamations in support of EEDay. Curious how you can show your support for EE on October 5? Get your elected officials to issue an Energy Efficiency Day Proclamation and over to the EEday toolkit page.
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Lone Star Sustainability Forum - Making Impact Through the Built Environment
On August 4 and 5, 2022, the Institute for Leadership in Capital Projects (I-LinCP) is presenting the Lone Star Sustainability Forum – Making Impact Through the Built Environment.
https://lonestarsustainabilityforum.com/
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Podcasts and What we are Reading
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Come Join Our Team - We're Hiring
SPEER is hiring an Energy Code Technical Manager. Buildings last a long time, often 50 to 100 years and sometimes longer. This is important because these same buildings are responsible for approximately 70% of electricity use in the U.S. and generate nearly 50% of annual global CO2 emissions. This role is essential to creating a healthier environment and a more resilient future for all.
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What is the City Efficiency Leadership Council?
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The council is a cooperative of city leaders and officials throughout Texas and Oklahoma, furthering the adoption of energy management best practices in the public sector. Our peer-to-peer network is open to employees of any public entity, including city and county governments, public school districts, and other publicly funded entities. For more information, check out our website.
Questions or interested in getting involved with the City Efficiency Leadership Council? Get in touch!
512-279-0765 or cities@eepartnership.org |
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