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Perspectives:
The Other Path to Decarbonizing Transportation
Both California and New York have declared they want people to buy only EVs starting in 2035 and more states are considering joining the push. But that leaves the existing 276 million gasoline and diesel vehicles still on the road in the US (31 million in California)...
SMUD 2030 Board Meeting
SMUD voted to approve their 2030 plan. Make sure you read the Full Plan and Connect with SMUD. Here is the full board meeting Presentation ABOUT THE AUTHOR Thomas is the Executive Director of CleanStart. Thomas has a strong background in supporting small businesses,...
Green Products Creating Disposal and Recycling Challenges
What is one of the leading threats to the spread of solar PV installations in the US? The lack of a good way to deal with old or broken panels from existing installations. Fifty thousand tons of these are piling up in warehouses in the absence of a better solution. ...
Software to Help in Solar + Storage Projects
On Friday, January 15 at our Perspectives discussion, the crowd heard from Enact Systems CEO Deep Chakraborty (https://enact-systems.com/) about its software platform to expand sales, design well-performing systems, and manage the installations. Enact is technology-...
New Horizons in the Relationship Between Ratepayers and the Utility
If you were ever curious about the new ways utilities may be relating to their customers now and in the future, a great way to get a quick introduction is to watch the video of this outstanding discussion on the topic we did on December 3. It was probably the most...
Fourth Wave Perspective
If you haven't heard of Fourth Wave Accelerator, you need to watch our Perspectives video on YouTube with Cheryl Beninga. Fourth Wave provides training to women entrepreneurs through a 16 week program plus other coaching resources. It targets business leaders who...
Insightful Key Components
As an entrepreneur or business owner, it’s important to stay connected with your investors and lenders during tough times. They are invested in your success and want to see you succeed, so don’t leave them in the dark. Additionally, take this opportunity to catch up on any secondary tasks you may have been putting off, such as cleaning up your bookkeeping, workspace, marketing, and more. By doing so, you’ll feel more organized and prepared for the future. Another great way to improve yourself and your business during downtime is to learn as much as possible. Whether reading books, watching online courses, or attending virtual workshops, continuous learning will keep you sharp and ahead of the curve. Lastly, don’t forget to get some exercise and practice safe social distancing. A healthy mind and body are crucial for navigating difficult times and making sound decisions.