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Utility Rate Increases and Energy Efficiency
2010-02-25 13:52:21 UTC
Here in South Carolina we have some of the lowest electric rates in the country yet one of the highest utility bills per capita. This is attributed to several factors including no history of encouraging energy efficiency. The recession has resulted in statewide energy use reduction. One of the state's largest utilities SCE&G has applied for a rate increase to supplement reduced profits due to reduced energy demand. Concurrently there have been nascent efforts to promote home weatherization initiatives to reduce energy use. You see where this is headed. So I am asking for feedback on how other communities and utilities have reconciled this contradiction.
Peter Zalka
Charleston Green Committee
United States -
Transportation Data Request
2009-12-03 15:51:03 UTC
Hi All,
The City of Charleston Green Committee is presenting its "Green Plan" for sustainable practices and greenhouse gas reduction to city council for adoption on December 15th. The education subcommittee is exploring different initiatives to begin implementation. One suggested initiative is to encourage motorists to shut their engines while waiting at school pickups etc. CBSM has good examples of strategies that have worked(prompts & commitment), but data was asked for regarding misconceptions of the benefit of shutting off engines. For example is there negative impact to the engine with frequent engine shut offs, or air quality benefits only take place if engine is shut after 10 minutes etc. Could I get feedback on facts regarding these type of concerns as well as references for where the information was obtained. Thanks so much!
Peter Zalka
Charleston Green Committee
Charleston, SC
Peter Zalka
United States -
Re: Species at Risk Education Programs
2009-11-16 10:57:26 UTC
Hi Laura,
Here in Charleston we have a program called LEEP (Lowcountry Environmental Education Programs). It is a nonprofit organization that partners with schools and other entities to promote environmental education and sustainable practices. They may have curriculum and experience that could be helpful: SCLEEP.org
Peter Zalka
Charleston Green Committee
Charleston,SC
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