Several CEE staffers attended a two-day workshop about Community-Based Social Marketing. The workshop’s concepts immediately resonated with many aspects of CEE’s work- here are a few specific applications we’re bringing home to our own programs. 

​A few weeks ago, Kristen Funk headed off to LIGHTFAIR International at the Javits Center in New York City. Kristen recaps the event and the highlights in new lighting technology.

Energy efficiency in the multifamily sector can be tricky to address, largely because multifamily building characteristics vary drastically. CEE research to be released later this year will offer new ways to look at multifamily energy efficiency.

This spring, CEE is coming together with five regional housing and energy allies to develop a toolbox of new, one-stop support services for Minnesota’s multifamily building owners and managers.

Lester Shen's new white paper, “Human-Building Interaction: Design Thinking and Energy Efficiency,” a user-centered approach that focuses on how occupants interact with buildings to consume energy.

Luxury generally comes at a cost. But with CEE’s help, luxury can also come via cost savings. Mechanical Engineer Tim Ellingson recounts the process and details of the project.

Director of Program Development Carl Nelson, along with Director of Policy and Communication Mike Bull, attended the Energy Foundation’s National Energy Efficiency Advocates Meeting.

This commentary originally appeared at MinnPost.com. In crafting energy policy, remember the 'Minnesota Way'.

In this interview Program Administrator Mary Sue Lobenstein talks about program challenges and successes, program and technology trends, and role of the CARD program in meeting our state’s energy saving goals.