Efficiency in manufacturing is more than simple input and output numbers (i.e., productivity). It also encompasses reducing waste and rework, improving quality, eliminating unscheduled downtime, and enhancing worker safety. As a result, setting production efficiency goals expands the focus beyond just productivity.
Empowering Tribal Communities: The Path to Energy Sovereignty
In the “Tribal Energy Sovereignty” episode of the Tribal Energy Universe podcast, Guilermo Gomez and Chris Deschene discuss the importance of energy independence for tribal communities, exploring strategies to harness renewable resources and promote sustainability. This conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities tribes face in achieving self-sufficient energy systems.
Strategic Facility Planning: Managing Aging Infrastructure
Many schools over 15 years old are presenting superintendents with challenges like aging infrastructure and rising operational costs…
Illuminating the Game: The Benefits of LED Lighting
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Unlocking the Potential of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
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Solar and Landfills – Take Advantage of Untapped Land in Your Community
With the recent updates to Investment Tax Credits (ITC) under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), now is the time for your community to explore opportunities to use untapped real...
CalSHAPE Update – Program Extended Through May!
On January 12th, the California Energy Commission staff held an online CalSHAPE public workshop to gather input on Phase 2 of the Ventilation portion of the California Schools...
How to Utilize Tax Credits and Sustainable Innovation to Fund Roof Restorations
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Unlocking the Full Value of Federal, State, and Local COVID Incentives for California Schools
As we enter the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is increasing pressure to reopen schools safely amid concerns over learning loss and student mental health. To bolster...
5 Things to Help You with the Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification
I was recently awarded an Engineer in Training, or EIT, certification, and I cannot be more proud – and more relieved! Looking back, I realize that I had a lot of preconceived...
Advantages of Normalized Metered Energy Consumption (NMEC)
In the Introduction to Normalized Metered Energy Consumption (NMEC) article, we discussed what NMEC is, how it fits within the International Performance Measurement and...
An Introduction to Normalized Metered Energy Consumption (NMEC)
Return on investment is a key driving force in most cost-related decisions. It is especially important to ensure that the investment delivers the promised performance when the...