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How Energy Modeling Works: The Uses and Limitations of Energy Modeling for Decarbonization Planning

By SamanthaD | March 30, 2023

Energy modeling—using computer software and mathematical equations to simulate the operation and growth of energy systems—can be a powerful tool for state decarbonization planning. But because modeling can be costly and the results can be prone to misinterpretation, models need to be used carefully.

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States Energy Storage Policy: Best Practices for Decarbonization

By SamanthaD | February 23, 2023

This report highlights best practices, identifies barriers, and underscores the urgent need to expand state energy storage policymaking to support decarbonization in the US.

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Advancing Equity through 100% Clean Energy: A Review of the Plans of 12 States

By SamanthaD | February 7, 2023

This report outlines how different states view the equity implications of climate impacts, and what they are proposing for mitigation solutions, planning processes, and implementation processes. It identifies common themes and best practices, and it presents a selection of relevant case studies and examples.

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Energy Storage Benefit-Cost Analysis: A Framework for State Energy Programs

By SamanthaD | December 13, 2022

This report is intended as a guide for state energy agencies preparing to conduct cost-effectiveness evaluation for battery storage. It presents a benefit-cost analysis framework for battery storage and attempts to address many of the uncertainties state energy agencies may encounter.

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Offshore Wind and Equity: State of the States Report

By SamanthaD | November 29, 2022

This report provides an overview of how states with offshore wind potential have begun to include and operationalize principles of equity in their offshore wind policies and related economic development programs.

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California’s Solar for Multifamily Affordable Housing (SOMAH) Program: Collaboration between Community Organizations and State Energy Agencies

By SamanthaD | November 15, 2022

California’s Solar for Multifamily Affordable Housing program is an excellent example of how state energy agencies and community-based organizations can work together to create more impactful and sustainable solar programs that provide the maximum benefit to environmental justice communities.

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2022 State Leadership in Clean Energy Awards: Case Studies of Six Exemplary State Programs that Advance Clean Energy Goals, Standards, and Equity

By SamanthaD | September 20, 2022

This report presents case studies of the six recipients of the 2022 State Leadership in Clean Energy Awards.

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Advice for States on 100% Clean Energy Planning: The Process for Producing a Plan

By SamanthaD | October 27, 2021

To successfully achieve a 100% clean energy goal, a state will need to develop and implement a sound plan of action. This paper provides advice for states on the planning process, the organization of a plan, and the presentation of results.

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Offshore Wind to Green Hydrogen: Insights from Europe

By SamanthaD | October 5, 2021

This report explores Europe’s approach to green hydrogen development and unpacks the opportunities and barriers to its rollout.

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Energy Storage Policy Best Practices from New England: Ten Lessons from Six States

By SamanthaD | August 5, 2021

This report explores energy storage policy best practices and lessons learned from the New England states. It aims to inform state policymakers and regulators seeking to expand energy storage markets.

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