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The Energy Challenge'D: Crowdsourcing for Energy Efficiency

CEE understands that efficient technologies alone will not save energy. Consumer behavior plays a role in energy consumption, so our program design incorporates use strategies from behavioral psychology. We also like to use social media and other communication channels to educate about energy! In this post, Minnesota Energy Challenge Coordinator Emma Shriverand I explain our latest experiment: …See More
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The Energy Challenge'D: Crowdsourcing for Energy Efficiency

CEE understands that efficient technologies alone will not save energy. Consumer behavior plays a role in energy consumption, so our program design incorporates use strategies from behavioral psychology. We also like to use social media and other communication channels to educate about energy! In this post, Minnesota Energy Challenge Coordinator Emma Shriverand I explain our latest experiment: …See More
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Performance and Optimization of Residential Condensing Combi Systems at Center for Energy and Environment

April 23, 2013 from 11am to 12pm
This event is free, but registration is required.Homeowners with natural gas water heaters have difficulty justifying the expense of a more efficient condensing heater. Combination space and domestic hot water systems bundle together the two loads, which saves energy and makes them more cost-effective. These systems also help eliminate combustion safety concerns.…See More
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Anna Jursik's blog post was featured

Advances in Spray Foam

Last December, Building Science Corporation (BSC) Principal Dr. Joe Lstiburek presented a full day webinar session on spray foam concerns and solutions, using information based on field experience and laboratory research. The webcast featured reports on BSC work…See More
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Anna Jursik posted a blog post

Advances in Spray Foam

Last December, Building Science Corporation (BSC) Principal Dr. Joe Lstiburek presented a full day webinar session on spray foam concerns and solutions, using information based on field experience and laboratory research. The webcast featured reports on BSC work…See More
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Anna Jursik's blog post was featured

Financing as Follow-Through

High initial costs can discourage homeowners from making large investments in energy improvements such as new heating equipment or insulation. Our Community Energy Services (CES) residential program tries to remove this barrier by helping identify available rebates as well as offering financing options such as low interest loans. Homeowners who complete a CES home visit qualify for a…See More
Nov 27, 2012
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Anna Jursik posted a blog post

Financing as Follow-Through

High initial costs can discourage homeowners from making large investments in energy improvements such as new heating equipment or insulation. Our Community Energy Services (CES) residential program tries to remove this barrier by helping identify available rebates as well as offering financing options such as low interest loans. Homeowners who complete a CES home visit qualify for a…See More
Nov 27, 2012
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MD commented on Anna Jursik's blog post 401(e): Workplace Energy Saving Program
"I downloaded the flyer. Thanks Anna!  Energy Auditor HQ."
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Using Tablets to Collect Data in the Field at Center for Energy and Environment

November 8, 2012 from 12pm to 1pm
Mobile devices and applications are trendy, but how practical are they for conducting energy audits and sharing results with homeowners? Do they streamline the process or slow field staff down?This webinar will showcase CEE's mobile app development and explain how we've incorporated tablets into our residential energy program. Director of IT Tom Spielman and Residential Program Coordinator…See More
Nov 2, 2012
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Anna Jursik's blog post was featured

401(e): Workplace Energy Saving Program

Community Energy Services draws from CEE’s experience applying community organizing principles to residential energy program design, but program staff…See More
Oct 24, 2012
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Anna Jursik posted a blog post

401(e): Workplace Energy Saving Program

Community Energy Services draws from CEE’s experience applying community organizing principles to residential energy program design, but program staff…See More
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Using Tablets to Collect Data in the Field at Center for Energy and Environment

November 8, 2012 from 12pm to 1pm
Mobile devices and applications are trendy, but how practical are they for conducting energy audits and sharing results with homeowners? Do they streamline the process or slow field staff down?This webinar will showcase CEE's mobile app development and explain how we've incorporated tablets into our residential energy program. Director of IT Tom Spielman and Residential Program Coordinator…See More
Oct 16, 2012
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Anna Jursik's blog post was featured

Women in Energy: Students

Reposted from i.e., the Center for Energy and Environment's Innovation Exchange blog -- http://mncee.org/Innovation-Exchange/ie/Center for Energy and Environment research and programs focus on Minnesota buildings and homes, but advances in energy efficiency impact people all over the world. The United Nations declared 2012 the year of Sustainable…See More
Sep 17, 2012
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Anna Jursik posted a blog post

Women in Energy: Students

Reposted from i.e., the Center for Energy and Environment's Innovation Exchange blog -- http://mncee.org/Innovation-Exchange/ie/Center for Energy and Environment research and programs focus on Minnesota buildings and homes, but advances in energy efficiency impact people all over the world. The United Nations declared 2012 the year of Sustainable…See More
Sep 17, 2012
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French Perspective: Thermal Regulation for New Residential Buildings

This summer, the Innovation Exchange is thrilled to host Alice H. from Paris, France!  Alice is a project manager on energy retrofit of residential buildings at the research division of an energy utility company in France. She’s volunteering at CEE for a few weeks to discover the nice people of Minneapolis and also learn about energy efficiency in American buildings. So far, she’s really enjoying her stay!Alice is going to write a few blog posts during her stay about what’s happening in France…See More
Aug 23, 2012
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Anna Jursik posted a blog post

French Perspective: Thermal Regulation for New Residential Buildings

This summer, the Innovation Exchange is thrilled to host Alice H. from Paris, France!  Alice is a project manager on energy retrofit of residential buildings at the research division of an energy utility company in France. She’s volunteering at CEE for a few weeks to discover the nice people of Minneapolis and also learn about energy efficiency in American buildings. So far, she’s really enjoying her stay!Alice is going to write a few blog posts during her stay about what’s happening in France…See More
Aug 22, 2012
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The Energy Challenge'D: Crowdsourcing for Energy Efficiency

Shriver-E_HR_.jpg CEE understands that efficient technologies alone will not save energy. Consumer behavior plays a role in energy consumption, so our program design incorporates use strategies from behavioral psychology. We also like to use social media and other communication channels to educate about energy! In this post, Minnesota Energy Challenge Coordinator …

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Posted on April 15, 2013 at 7:35am

Advances in Spray Foam

Last December, Building Science Corporation (BSC) Principal Dr. Joe Lstiburek presented a full day webinar session on spray foam concerns and solutions, using information based on field experience and laboratory research. The webcast featured reports on BSC…

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Posted on February 4, 2013 at 12:34pm

Financing as Follow-Through

High initial costs can discourage homeowners from making large investments in energy improvements such as new heating equipment or insulation. Our Community Energy Services (CES) residential program tries to remove this barrier by helping identify available rebates as well as offering financing options such as low interest loans. Homeowners who complete a CES home visit qualify for a…

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Posted on November 27, 2012 at 9:00am

401(e): Workplace Energy Saving Program

Community Energy Services draws from CEE’s experience applying community organizing principles to…

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Posted on October 22, 2012 at 7:04am — 1 Comment

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At 6:24am on June 25, 2012, Diane Chojnowski said…

Hi Anna,
Welcome to Home Energy Pros.

Feel free to join the conversation in the Forum and Groups. And share your energy efficiency photos, videos and upcoming events. If you're blogging about home performance, this is the place for you!

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