Like It or Not, the Energy Gap is becoming a Consumer’s Problem
While energy efficiency is extremely important, today’s energy landscape requires us to look at the bigger picture.
Category: Resilience
Energy Efficiency Alone is Not Enough
40 years ago, in response to energy crises, energy efficiency (EE) measures were introduced to mitigate petroleum production shortages and associated skyrocketing fuel costs. When the crises ended, the perceived value of EE declined. Fast-forward to the 21st century where climate change and resource depletion can no longer be ignored. Consequently, the magnitude and scale […]
Lack of Plan for Resilience and Climate Change Can Be Costly And Deadly
Businesses and governments need to take resiliency seriously and plan for it. If they don’t, they are subject to litigation, and not only revenue can be lost, but also lives.Plan for climate change or face litigationIn 2014 Farmers Insurance Group filed nine class-action suits against nearly 200 communities in the Chicago area. The insurance company […]