Tag: Energy
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How Can Consumers Conserve Energy During Peak Periods
New research by the UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation has identified how effective certain incentives can be in motivating people to use less energy in their homes. Electricity providers often need to encourage customers to reduce consumption in order to prevent blackouts or to avoid having to activate additional power plants—often natural gas-powered plants that…
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Rebel Energy reaches 157% of its funding target in seven days
The new UK energy firm launched its fundraising campaign with investment platform Crowdcube on 2 March, offering nearly 2.5% equity in the business to raise £150,000 over a four-week period. Within the first seven days, the initiative has attracted over 270 investors and has exceeded its target. Rebel Energy is preparing to launch in the…
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Xcel Energy – Colorado plans to deliver 80% renewable energy by 2030
Xcel Energy – Colorado today announced details of its upcoming Clean Energy Plan that will result in an estimated 85% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from 2005 levels by 2030. The plan will double renewable energy and battery storage on the Xcel Energy Colorado system, providing customers with electricity derived from approximately 80% renewable sources…