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Amid soaring U.S. electricity use, new research finds that the fastest and cheapest way to alleviate rapid electric load growth is through expanding investment in energy efficiency and demand flexibility.
Our new analysis has more⤵️
Our new analysis has more⤵️
Faster and Cheaper: Lowest-Cost Solutions to Rapid Electricity Demand
Report finds energy efficiency and demand flexibility can significantly offset the power needs of new data centers
www.aceee.org
February 4, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Amid soaring U.S. electricity use, new research finds that the fastest and cheapest way to alleviate rapid electric load growth is through expanding investment in energy efficiency and demand flexibility.
Our new analysis has more⤵️
Our new analysis has more⤵️
Local energy efficiency programs often serve homeowners despite roughly 1/3 of U.S. households renting.
As ACEEE’s Stefen Samarripas told Grist more cities are starting to “wrestle with this idea.” Progress is real, but gaps remain.
As ACEEE’s Stefen Samarripas told Grist more cities are starting to “wrestle with this idea.” Progress is real, but gaps remain.
Can cities make landlords care about energy efficiency?
New research shows that renters are left behind in state and municipal incentives to help homeowners improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
grist.org
February 3, 2026 at 8:35 PM
Local energy efficiency programs often serve homeowners despite roughly 1/3 of U.S. households renting.
As ACEEE’s Stefen Samarripas told Grist more cities are starting to “wrestle with this idea.” Progress is real, but gaps remain.
As ACEEE’s Stefen Samarripas told Grist more cities are starting to “wrestle with this idea.” Progress is real, but gaps remain.
Building performance standards (BPS) are a critical tool for reducing building sector energy use.
But how can utility programs support adoption of, and compliance with, BPS policies?
https://www.aceee.org/blog-post/2026/01/utility-programs-are-key-unlocking-building-performance-standard-savings
But how can utility programs support adoption of, and compliance with, BPS policies?
https://www.aceee.org/blog-post/2026/01/utility-programs-are-key-unlocking-building-performance-standard-savings
Utility Programs Essential for Building Performance Standard Savings
New white paper explores utility programs that can support jurisdictions in adopting equitable BPS policies
www.aceee.org
February 2, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Building performance standards (BPS) are a critical tool for reducing building sector energy use.
But how can utility programs support adoption of, and compliance with, BPS policies?
https://www.aceee.org/blog-post/2026/01/utility-programs-are-key-unlocking-building-performance-standard-savings
But how can utility programs support adoption of, and compliance with, BPS policies?
https://www.aceee.org/blog-post/2026/01/utility-programs-are-key-unlocking-building-performance-standard-savings
Housing developers shape more than buildings, they influence transportation outcomes, too.
Learn more in our new brief exploring how better alignment between housing, zoning, and transportation policymaking can help maximize impact.
Learn more in our new brief exploring how better alignment between housing, zoning, and transportation policymaking can help maximize impact.
When Transportation Decisions Shape Housing: Developer Insights
New brief explores delivering housing in connected communities, offering key takeaways for stakeholders
www.aceee.org
January 30, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Housing developers shape more than buildings, they influence transportation outcomes, too.
Learn more in our new brief exploring how better alignment between housing, zoning, and transportation policymaking can help maximize impact.
Learn more in our new brief exploring how better alignment between housing, zoning, and transportation policymaking can help maximize impact.
Building performance standards can help cut energy bills and emissions, but they will only be successful if under-resourced buildings can comply.
Utility programs are essential to making that happen. Here's how👇
Utility programs are essential to making that happen. Here's how👇
Utility Programs Essential for Building Performance Standard Savings
New white paper explores utility programs that can support jurisdictions in adopting equitable BPS policies
www.aceee.org
January 29, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Building performance standards can help cut energy bills and emissions, but they will only be successful if under-resourced buildings can comply.
Utility programs are essential to making that happen. Here's how👇
Utility programs are essential to making that happen. Here's how👇
Nearly a third of renters report that they are behind on their energy bills.
Energy upgrades can help, but only if property owners approve the projects.
Join us today to learn ways to identify and engage property owners!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Energy upgrades can help, but only if property owners approve the projects.
Join us today to learn ways to identify and engage property owners!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
January 29, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Nearly a third of renters report that they are behind on their energy bills.
Energy upgrades can help, but only if property owners approve the projects.
Join us today to learn ways to identify and engage property owners!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Energy upgrades can help, but only if property owners approve the projects.
Join us today to learn ways to identify and engage property owners!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
There's still time to join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing exploring how nations around the globe are reaping the benefits of energy efficiency for businesses and citizens.
Learn more and register👇
Learn more and register👇
Energy-Efficient Economies Around the World: Taking Stock
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing to learn what countries are doing to reap the benefits of efficiency
www.aceee.org
January 28, 2026 at 2:20 PM
There's still time to join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing exploring how nations around the globe are reaping the benefits of energy efficiency for businesses and citizens.
Learn more and register👇
Learn more and register👇
Hundreds of thousands of Americans are still without power - many in poorly-sealed homes that get cold quickly. But some policymakers are stepping backward, not forward, in making homes more prepared.
Our Homes Aren't Ready for Extreme Cold and Power Outages
Americans in poorly insulated and leaky homes without power are facing dangerous indoor temperatures.
www.aceee.org
January 27, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Hundreds of thousands of Americans are still without power - many in poorly-sealed homes that get cold quickly. But some policymakers are stepping backward, not forward, in making homes more prepared.
We interviewed four housing developers to shed light on how transportation investments and policies can shape housing projects.
What we learned: stronger collaboration and cost sharing is key for maximizing impact.
More👇
What we learned: stronger collaboration and cost sharing is key for maximizing impact.
More👇
When Transportation Decisions Shape Housing: Developer Insights
New brief explores delivering housing in connected communities, offering key takeaways for stakeholders
www.aceee.org
January 26, 2026 at 8:15 PM
We interviewed four housing developers to shed light on how transportation investments and policies can shape housing projects.
What we learned: stronger collaboration and cost sharing is key for maximizing impact.
More👇
What we learned: stronger collaboration and cost sharing is key for maximizing impact.
More👇
For decades, energy efficiency has been a low-cost resource for lowering businesses’ operating costs, cutting pollution, and helping reduce utility bills.
Join us for a briefing to hear how other countries are reaping the benefits of energy efficiency.
Join us for a briefing to hear how other countries are reaping the benefits of energy efficiency.
Energy-Efficient Economies Around the World: Taking Stock
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing to learn what countries are doing to reap the benefits of efficiency
www.aceee.org
January 23, 2026 at 7:55 PM
For decades, energy efficiency has been a low-cost resource for lowering businesses’ operating costs, cutting pollution, and helping reduce utility bills.
Join us for a briefing to hear how other countries are reaping the benefits of energy efficiency.
Join us for a briefing to hear how other countries are reaping the benefits of energy efficiency.
How do we make energy efficiency upgrades as appealing to property owners as they are to residents?
Join us for a webinar with to hear proven strategies that help identify and engage property owners.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Join us for a webinar with to hear proven strategies that help identify and engage property owners.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
January 21, 2026 at 9:50 PM
How do we make energy efficiency upgrades as appealing to property owners as they are to residents?
Join us for a webinar with to hear proven strategies that help identify and engage property owners.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Join us for a webinar with to hear proven strategies that help identify and engage property owners.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
How can better alignment between housing, zoning, and transportation policymaking help increase housing development while also delivering impactful transportation improvements?
Our new brief offers targeted recommendations to help!
Our new brief offers targeted recommendations to help!
When Transportation Decisions Shape Housing: Developer Insights
New brief explores delivering housing in connected communities, offering key takeaways for stakeholders
www.aceee.org
January 21, 2026 at 5:25 PM
How can better alignment between housing, zoning, and transportation policymaking help increase housing development while also delivering impactful transportation improvements?
Our new brief offers targeted recommendations to help!
Our new brief offers targeted recommendations to help!
Reposted by ACEEE
A bill in Congress would give the president new powers to attack appliance efficiency standards and would stymie future updates. It’s a rotten deal for consumers. Our new study finds that standards are cutting utility bills in all 50 states.
appliance-standards.org/existing-eff...
appliance-standards.org/existing-eff...
January 21, 2026 at 3:19 PM
A bill in Congress would give the president new powers to attack appliance efficiency standards and would stymie future updates. It’s a rotten deal for consumers. Our new study finds that standards are cutting utility bills in all 50 states.
appliance-standards.org/existing-eff...
appliance-standards.org/existing-eff...
Though federal support for #ElectricVehicles has been sharply curtailed, utilities are well-positioned to step up to the plate with new investments and targeted programs.
Our #EV working group explores impactful initiatives that increase access.
Our #EV working group explores impactful initiatives that increase access.
Innovative Utility Strategies Expand Equitable Access to EV Charging
Insights from ACEEE’s working group highlight how targeted programs and community partnerships are critical to success
www.aceee.org
January 20, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Though federal support for #ElectricVehicles has been sharply curtailed, utilities are well-positioned to step up to the plate with new investments and targeted programs.
Our #EV working group explores impactful initiatives that increase access.
Our #EV working group explores impactful initiatives that increase access.
What are different nations around the world doing to reap the benefits of energy efficiency?
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing discussing our recent scorecard, global trends, and recommendations.
https://www.aceee.org/webinar/energy-efficient-economies-around-world-taking-stock
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing discussing our recent scorecard, global trends, and recommendations.
https://www.aceee.org/webinar/energy-efficient-economies-around-world-taking-stock
Energy-Efficient Economies Around the World: Taking Stock
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing to learn what countries are doing to reap the benefits of efficiency
www.aceee.org
January 20, 2026 at 2:29 PM
What are different nations around the world doing to reap the benefits of energy efficiency?
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing discussing our recent scorecard, global trends, and recommendations.
https://www.aceee.org/webinar/energy-efficient-economies-around-world-taking-stock
Join us for a livestreamed congressional briefing discussing our recent scorecard, global trends, and recommendations.
https://www.aceee.org/webinar/energy-efficient-economies-around-world-taking-stock
How can utility programs and partnerships increase access to #ElectricVehicle charging for renters and low-income communities?
Our #EV working group explored pre-loaded debit cards, pole-mounted chargers, and collaborative efforts. Learn more⬇️
Our #EV working group explored pre-loaded debit cards, pole-mounted chargers, and collaborative efforts. Learn more⬇️
Innovative Utility Strategies Expand Equitable Access to EV Charging
Insights from ACEEE’s working group highlight how targeted programs and community partnerships are critical to success
www.aceee.org
January 16, 2026 at 8:20 PM
How can utility programs and partnerships increase access to #ElectricVehicle charging for renters and low-income communities?
Our #EV working group explored pre-loaded debit cards, pole-mounted chargers, and collaborative efforts. Learn more⬇️
Our #EV working group explored pre-loaded debit cards, pole-mounted chargers, and collaborative efforts. Learn more⬇️
There's still time to lock in the best rate for the 2026 Hot Water & Hot Air Forums!
Learn more about #HotWaterHotAir26 and register by Monday (Jan. 19) to save $100!
https://www.aceee.org/2026-hot-water-hot-air-forums
Learn more about #HotWaterHotAir26 and register by Monday (Jan. 19) to save $100!
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2026 Hot Water & Hot Air Forums
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January 16, 2026 at 4:35 PM
There's still time to lock in the best rate for the 2026 Hot Water & Hot Air Forums!
Learn more about #HotWaterHotAir26 and register by Monday (Jan. 19) to save $100!
https://www.aceee.org/2026-hot-water-hot-air-forums
Learn more about #HotWaterHotAir26 and register by Monday (Jan. 19) to save $100!
https://www.aceee.org/2026-hot-water-hot-air-forums
#ICYMI: The U.S. House of Representative passed a bill canceling energy efficiency standards for manufactured homes.
“Energy bills are rising, and this bill would make the situation worse, especially for many lower-income Americans."
“Energy bills are rising, and this bill would make the situation worse, especially for many lower-income Americans."
House Vote for Poorly-Insulated Manufactured Homes Would Raise Costs
The bill passed today would cancel energy efficiency standards and raise utility bills and total costs for residents
www.aceee.org
January 15, 2026 at 9:05 PM
#ICYMI: The U.S. House of Representative passed a bill canceling energy efficiency standards for manufactured homes.
“Energy bills are rising, and this bill would make the situation worse, especially for many lower-income Americans."
“Energy bills are rising, and this bill would make the situation worse, especially for many lower-income Americans."
Rental properties consume an average of 15% more energy per square foot, leading to higher energy costs for residents.
Efficiency upgrades can help, but they need support from property owners.
Join us to learn more⬇️
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Efficiency upgrades can help, but they need support from property owners.
Join us to learn more⬇️
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
January 15, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Rental properties consume an average of 15% more energy per square foot, leading to higher energy costs for residents.
Efficiency upgrades can help, but they need support from property owners.
Join us to learn more⬇️
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Efficiency upgrades can help, but they need support from property owners.
Join us to learn more⬇️
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/D6vyvkp6SA2VkXvYrXz1Xg
Reposted by ACEEE
A House-passed bill to cancel energy efficiency standards for manufactured homes will be an especially big problem in the Southeast.
Cuts to manufactured-home efficiency rules would hit Southeast hard
A U.S. House vote to repeal new efficiency standards for manufactured housing is a blow to a region where such homes are common and energy burdens are…
www.canarymedia.com
January 14, 2026 at 9:25 PM
A House-passed bill to cancel energy efficiency standards for manufactured homes will be an especially big problem in the Southeast.
Utilities can play a big role in expanding #EV charging access, especially for renters and lower-income households.
Our EV working group highlights how new programs and local partnerships are helping lower costs and expand access.
Our EV working group highlights how new programs and local partnerships are helping lower costs and expand access.
Innovative Utility Strategies Expand Equitable Access to EV Charging
Insights from ACEEE’s working group highlight how targeted programs and community partnerships are critical to success
www.aceee.org
January 13, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Utilities can play a big role in expanding #EV charging access, especially for renters and lower-income households.
Our EV working group highlights how new programs and local partnerships are helping lower costs and expand access.
Our EV working group highlights how new programs and local partnerships are helping lower costs and expand access.
A bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives would cancel energy efficiency standards for new manufactured homes, raising energy bills for some residents by $475/year on average.
House Vote for Poorly-Insulated Manufactured Homes Would Raise Costs
The bill passed today would cancel energy efficiency standards and raise utility bills and total costs for residents
www.aceee.org
January 12, 2026 at 7:55 PM
A bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives would cancel energy efficiency standards for new manufactured homes, raising energy bills for some residents by $475/year on average.
A bill passed in the U.S. House today could set efficiency rules for manufactured homes back by decades. ->
Mobile homes already have huge utility bills. Congress may make it worse.
With latest vote, Congress may end up making mobile homes even less energy efficient.
grist.org
January 9, 2026 at 8:19 PM
A bill passed in the U.S. House today could set efficiency rules for manufactured homes back by decades. ->
“This gives the green light for manufacturers to pinch pennies on insulation and leave residents to pay the price month after month," said Jennifer Layke, Executive Director of ACEEE, about a bill just passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.
House Vote for Poorly-Insulated Manufactured Homes Would Raise Costs
The bill passed today would cancel energy efficiency standards and raise utility bills and total costs for residents
www.aceee.org
January 9, 2026 at 3:48 PM
“This gives the green light for manufacturers to pinch pennies on insulation and leave residents to pay the price month after month," said Jennifer Layke, Executive Director of ACEEE, about a bill just passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.
🚨Calling all students🚨
Are you looking to apply your academic training to substantive, real-world research challenges like reducing energy consumption?
Then check out our intensive 8-week, paid summer internship program⬇️
https://www.aceee.org/jobs
Are you looking to apply your academic training to substantive, real-world research challenges like reducing energy consumption?
Then check out our intensive 8-week, paid summer internship program⬇️
https://www.aceee.org/jobs
Jobs and Internships
While ACEEE is happy to showcase a variety of jobs within the energy efficiency industry, ACEEE neither screens nor endorses these opportunities.
www.aceee.org
January 7, 2026 at 7:40 PM
🚨Calling all students🚨
Are you looking to apply your academic training to substantive, real-world research challenges like reducing energy consumption?
Then check out our intensive 8-week, paid summer internship program⬇️
https://www.aceee.org/jobs
Are you looking to apply your academic training to substantive, real-world research challenges like reducing energy consumption?
Then check out our intensive 8-week, paid summer internship program⬇️
https://www.aceee.org/jobs