Familiar financial instruments used to pay for building energy upgrades in the housing sector effectively redline the clean energy economy and hamper decarbonization. At the prevailing pace, the U.S. would reach its 130 million households in two centuries.
Responding to the challenge, inclusive utility investment policies have produced promising results in an uncommon combination of both red and blue states. This method of site-specific investments in grid-edge upgrades is secured with a utility tariff that assures site-specific cost recovery. Field experience shows it can address persistent barriers while also highlighting some pre-existing conditions that still need attention.
In this Energy Policy Seminar, Holmes Hummel and Tamara Jones, Co-Executive Directors of Clean Energy Works, will offer insights into a leading edge of policy innovation for faster paths to 100%. Q&A to follow. Buffet-style lunch will be served.
Registration: RSVP required. A Harvard University ID is required for in-person attendance; all are welcome to attend via Zoom.
Recording: The seminar will be recorded and available to watch on the Belfer Center's YouTube channel. Those who register for this event will automatically receive a link to the recording as soon as it becomes available.
Accessibility: To request accommodations or who have questions about access, please contact Liz Hanlon (ehanlon@hks.harvard.edu) in advance of the session.
Speakers and Presenters
Holmes Hummel, Founder and Co-Executive Director;
Tamara Jones, Co-Executive Director
Organizer
Co-Organizer
Additional Organizers
Harvard University Center for the Environment
Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability