December 30, 2020 by Robin Lisowski
Three climate solutions from the Wisconsin Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change Report that excite us
The Wisconsin Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change recently released an expansive new plan to address this crisis. Here are the three of the steps we think can make a vital impact. Continue reading
August 19, 2020 by Kevin Frost
Building ventilation and the Coronavirus
Slipstream has received several questions regarding building systems and preventing the spread of Coronavirus. Below are answers from our research team about what you can do to prepare your building ventilation system.
Q: Does the coronavirus spread through the air? Continue reading
July 23, 2020 by Steve Kihm
Utility business models: The role of investor value
In the ongoing discussions of the changing utility industry landscape, the term business model is frequently heard, but unfortunately rarely defined in an explicit way. Statements such as “utilities need new business models” therefore ring hollow.
The management literature suggests that a business model must: Continue reading
July 9, 2020 by Alyssa Spiel
All-electric new homes: Advancing sustainable building in Illinois
Efficient electric homes offer a world of benefits for both builders and home buyers—and a new, exciting way for utilities to incorporate emerging technology into their energy efficiency portfolios.
In 2019, Slipstream was asked to collaborate with an Illinois utility to envision what the next generation of residential efficiency programs might look like. Earlier this year, we launched a pilot with the objective of recruiting Illinois builders to go all-electric while linking solar and EV offerings into an integrated, comprehensive package. Continue reading
June 22, 2020 by Maddie Koolbeck
Electric outdoor power equipment for a triple win
Electric outdoor power equipment offers a trio of benefits – reduced health impacts, reduced carbon emissions, and lower operating costs. With numerous options in the market and performance matching that of gas equipment, a switch to outdoor electric power equipment is easier than ever. Continue reading
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