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Chester Energy and Policy started in 2017 as a blog before blossoming into a full consulting business. The goal of the blog originally was simple: answer interesting questions in the world of energy & sustainability that weren’t being answered elsewhere, tapping into energy data sets, expert interviews, and a unique lens.
Today, the blog section of Chester Energy and Policy seeks to continue that mission: answering interesting questions. If you have a question that you think is worth diving into for a blog post, reach out and let us know! .
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What Illinois Taught Us About Carbon Capture and Public Trust
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is often discussed in terms of engineering, policy, and emissions reduction—but the success of any project also depends on something less technical and just as critical: public trust. In my work with Visage Energy on the Illinois Basin West Project, I helped develop a stakeholder engagement analysis focused on the questions, concerns, and pressure points most likely to shape how communities respond to CCS development, from safety and groundwater protection to land use, transparency, and long-term stewardship.
Building with Dynamic Glass
The buildings sector is responsible for 39% of all U.S. energy use, including 75% of total electricity consumption.
When smart windows are implemented in buildings optimally, the energy and cost savings can be 20% for heating and cooling needs and 15% for lighting requirements.
Heat pumps are becoming a hotter topic in the clean energy future
Emerging Trends in Wind Turbine Blade Recycling
Billions Of Tires Reach End Of Life Each Year, How Can They Be Disposed Of In A Sustainable Way?
The transportation sector is typically pegged to account for 23% of global greenhouse gas emissions and is often considered one of the top industries that require addressing to prevent the worst effects of climate change. These considerations are typically only looking at tailpipe emissions that come from fueling cars, trucks, and more. However, the fundamental needs for such transportation isn't just fuel-- it's the wheels that actually perform the movement, and tires specifically require consideration of their level of 'green,' especially regarding how they are handled at the end of their useful lifetimes.
Green Homes From the Ground Up: How the Materials Used to Build Your House Can Be The Most Important Sustainability Decision
When most people consider making their homes 'green' or 'sustainable,' they gravitate to the same typical solutions:
Purchasing appliances and devices that are more energy efficient;
Upgrading the building envelope through insulation and high-performance windows; or even
Committing to personal habit changes, like turning the lights off more or only running the dishwasher when it's full.
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