Energy Efficiency  & Renewables

 Electricity consumption is a primary source of carbon emissions. Generally  electricity accounts for 50% of a communities carbon emissions. Electricity costs are a significant  driver for conservation. 

Attached are documents aimed at addressing energy efficiency and renewable energy at a local and state level. The Community Energy Plan highlights energy priorities for  a small community and outlines tangible steps towards the energy  efficiency and adoption of renewable energy. The planning team included representatives from Moab, Rocky Mountain Power,  Grand County, Utah State University, local businesses and trades, and citizens committed to implementation of the plan’s strategies. 

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"Charting a Path for a Reliable, Resilient and Affordable Clean Energy Transition: A Roadmap for Three Communities in Utah" is a planning document made possible through the Solar Energy Innovation Network, a collaborative research effort led by the National Renewable Laboratory. The Network is a collaborative effort between energy and economic experts from national labs, stellar consultants, innovative companies and non-profits to analyze solar and distribute energy resources strategies to accelerate the adoption at various scales. 

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Different challenges can be implemented at a building, company or community scale. Its important to stress positive, not negative actions. Its preferable to add triple bottom line impacts. 

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Resources: 

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HB 411: Community Renewable Energy Act - Utah, 2019

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Sample: Utility and City Joint Efficiency Agreement (Dominion)

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Sample:  2030 100% Renewable Energy Resolution 

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Case Study: Aarchway Inn - LED Retrofits 

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Energy Efficiency Graphic (XX)

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