Tim Oudman

Get ahead of California’s SB 253 and SB 261 climate reporting deadlines by formalizing your GHG inventory and risk assessments before 2025. Are you looking for insights on how to develop a streamlined greenhouse gas reporting strategy? Pinion advisors provide guidance and a suggested timeline in the following resource guide. Download to learn more: https://okt.to/BFq1fH #sustainability #climatechange #carbonemissions #sustainableagriculture

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Suppliers, did you know that you may be indirectly impacted by California’s GHG reporting requirements, even if your company doesn’t meet the revenue thresholds? If one of your customers is impacted by these new climate bills, they may ask their suppliers for greenhouse gas emissions data to support their emissions reporting requirements. Be ready to report your company's scope 1 and 2 emissions data if/when your customer requests. Download Pinion’s latest resource guide for strategic guidance to help ensure you’re reporting-ready: https://okt.to/fspgzF View additional resources & insights here: https://okt.to/MuAkyl #sustainability #climatechange #carbonemissions #sustainableagriculture

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🔮 master the ability of seeing many very different but possible futures 🗓 time travel back to today 🧙‍♀️ take specific actions that make you more ready no matter what future unfolds This is future-focused scenario development, also known as scenario planning, forecasting, foresight, etc. A lot of jargony words but no matter what you call it, it has long replaced other modes of strategic planning by the world's most resilient people and organizations. A great example: the The Value of Water Campaign highlights 2 scenarios. 1. U.S. federal funding directed to water infrastructure continues at current levels as established in 2021 2. Funding decreases to previous levels of funding The incredible benefits of scenario 1 paint a clear picture of why water is a unifying bipartisan investment for Federal funds, supported by a huge majority of American voters. Being able to picture the future and see the steps that we should take today makes it all the more clear. I've dropped a couple of links in comments. American Society of Civil Engineers #FutureFocused #ScenarioPlanning #StrategicForesight

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Curious about the latest in California energy policy? Dive into this insightful piece discussing the potential impact of adding a flat fee to electric bills. Join the conversation on how it might affect consumers and the state's energy landscape. #CaliforniaEnergy #UtilityBills #PolicyDebate https://lnkd.in/ePR42GDj

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$250 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙀𝙋𝘼 𝙂𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙁𝙪𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙀𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙃𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 Harris County, in partnership with the Texas Solar for All Coalition, has secured nearly $250 million from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, aimed at fostering the adoption of clean solar energy across disadvantaged communities in Texas. This initiative, funded by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, is set to create significant economic and environmental impacts. The grant will facilitate the installation of solar panels, significantly reducing energy costs by over 20% for lower-income households, with average annual savings projected at $1,740 per household. This initiative not only supports affordable energy access but also contributes to job creation in the green sector. The strategic focus on community solar projects is expected to enhance the resilience of Texas' power grid, particularly for vulnerable communities frequently affected by outages. By reducing reliance on traditional energy sources, the program aims to ensure a more stable and affordable electricity supply throughout the year while also lowering carbon emissions statewide. Harris County officials are optimistic about this funding's transformative potential, which promises to bolster regional growth and sustainability for future generations. https://lnkd.in/gwdcFH6y

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As forecast, today's energy prices in California were pretty low, and they're staying lower in the real-time market as I write this. As we head into the hotter week, look for higher prices and demand response events before cleaner energy returns on the 4th.

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Our planet is counting on us. The fight against climate change demands smarter, greener energy solutions. These aren't just dreams for the future, they're developments happening right now! By investing in renewable energy, we are building a sustainable future for all, while generating benefits for local landowners and communities. The long-lasting positive impact we have on the lives of the communities we serve makes us at The AES Corporation incredibly inspired and empowered to continue the transformation of the energy landscape. The story of Jim O’Haco, rancher and landowner near Winslow, Arizona, whose family’s ranchland is home to AES’ Chevelon Butte wind farm, is a testament that our commitment to a greener and smarter energy future isbworth the effort. Chevelon Butte wind farm has helped Jim and his relatives supplement their ranching income, enabling them to keep the land in their family as cattle prices fluctuate. AES worked closely to ensure the Chevelon Butte wind project was designed and built in a way that preserves the century-old land use traditions that are central to life in this beautiful area of Arizona. Together, we’re accelerating the future of energy. Watch this inspiring video from American Clean Power Association (ACP), part of its Fuel for Thought campaign. https://lnkd.in/e-8m7fC2 #AllTogether #GreenerandSmarter #SustainableFuture

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The Western energy market is highly significant, characterized by its vast size, diverse resources, and geographic variety. It offers substantial opportunities for utilities across the West, especially in terms of renewable energy development and transmission infrastructure.

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Are you ready for the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Water Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction Study results? This comprehensive study measures satisfaction among residential customers of 90 water utilities across the country, focusing on utilities that serve a population of at least 400,000 people. The study examines customer satisfaction across six core dimensions: - Quality and Reliability of Water Service - Pricing and Value - Water Conservation Programs - Billing and Payment Experience - Communications from the Utility - Customer Service 📅 Stay informed and mark your calendars for May 2, when the results will be released! Discover which water utilities will shine as top performers in their respective region and size category. Learn more about the study:

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A $500 million initiative has been launched by the US Department of Energy to develop secure and dependable infrastructure for transporting #CO2 Goal: Advancing #CCUS technologies. Crucial for mitigating #climatechange and reducing #greenhousegasemissions Focus: Facilitating the transportation of captured CO2 from industrial facilities to storage sites. With the main purpose of enhancing environmental #sustainability and combating climate change. Greener Process Systems

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Incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act are increasing demand for solar power plants -- and that's led Nextracker Inc. and JM Steel to double the capacity of their factory in Leetsdale. We found out what's in store on WPXI's "Our Region's Business." https://lnkd.in/esxU4WwV #solarenergy #solar #energy #renewableenergy #renewables

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📉🚗💸 California’s climate policies continue to fail consumers, adding financial strain without delivering clear benefits! 🌱💵The latest example is the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, a little-known program that could significantly hike gasoline prices next year. The state initially reported that these changes could increase gas prices by a staggering 47 cents per gallon by 2025. Despite repeated warnings and concerns from experts, California consistently fails to address the additional costs this program will impose on consumers. This is yet another example of heavy-handed regulations that hit our wallets hard and fail to deliver meaningful results. ⛽️😡 Instead of finding solutions that balance environmental goals with consumer impact, California's policies are driving up costs and hurting residents. It's time for accountability and for policies that truly benefit everyone, not just add to our financial burden. + Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gXgyDFYR ------------------------------------------------------------- #GasPriceHike #PolicyFail #ConsumerImpact #EnergyCrisis #HoldCAAccountable

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SolarPowerWorld with an article on California solar+storage resilience hubs to enable emergency power for residents. "New report outlines possibilities of permanent California solar + storage “resilience hubs” Power outages are on the rise nationwide as climate change brings more frequent wildfires, heat waves and severe weather events. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the state of California have both recently established funding to help communities create “resilience hubs” that rely on solar + battery systems to provide emergency power for residents. Located in community facilities like schools, community centers, libraries, and places of worship, resilience hubs provide power to residents for critical services such as phone charging, cool air and powering medical devices. Because resilience hubs are permanent (compared to emergency relocation centers), they can provide year-round services to address the vulnerability of at-risk and disadvantaged populations." Read more at https://conta.cc/4bETh6q #solar #energy #solarenergy #renewables #renewableenergy #electricity #energystorage #ESS #distributedenergy #solarpower #batteries #EVCharging #EV

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