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Breaking Ground: AEG Boston Task Force Language ...

AEG Boston 2023 Q4 Task Force language is included in MA house bill promoting electrification and securing the grid.

Breaking Ground: AEG Boston Task Force Language Included in MA House Bill on Building Decarbonization
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Evaluating Equity: Boston 23Q3 Task Force ...

AEG Boston 2023 Q3 Task Force creates Equity Matrix and submits recommendation letter to GMAC to promote equity and health-based decision making in Electric System Modernization Plans.

Evaluating Equity: Boston 23Q3 Task Force Creates Equity Matrix and Submits Recommendation Letter to Grid Modernization Advisory Council
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Targeted Upgrades: Using GIS to Identify ...

The AEG Boston 22Q4 Task Force delivers on creating an interactive GIS map to facilitate the intersection of equity and electric vehicle infrastructure planning.

Targeted Upgrades: Using GIS to Identify Constrained Regions
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How AEG can help secure clean energy investment ...

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a monumental investment in clean energy; AEG is eager to leverage its network and resources to build the partnerships necessary for winning IIJA grant proposals.

How AEG can help secure clean energy investment through the IIJA
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New York City’s Electrification Journey: Three ...

New York City’s building stock is about to set off a journey of electrification. However, this journey comes with countless obstacles. There are countless concerns regarding the reliability, technology, grid support and cost.

With help from representatives of the New York City Housing Authority, Jaros Baum & Bolles (JB&B), BlocPower and ConEdison, here are the most critical obstacles we identified at last quarter’s AEG New York 21Q2 Stakeholder Challenge on Buildings & Construction…

New York City’s Electrification Journey: Three Major Obstacles

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Executive Summary: August 14th, 2024 AEG Boston 24Q3 Stakeholder Challenge on Grid Modernization

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Executive Summary: August 14th, 2024 AEG Boston 24Q3 Stakeholder Challenge on Grid Modernization

The AEG Boston 24Q3 Stakeholder Challenge on grid modernization brought together 45 industry leaders to address critical obstacles in achieving Greater Boston’s climate, health, and equity goals. The discussions emphasized the need for substantial infrastructure investments, community-centered decarbonization planning, and the integration of innovative technologies to support the transition from gas to electric systems. Participants agreed on the importance of aligning long-term planning with immediate community needs, forming a Task Force to tackle these challenges through collaborative efforts. This collective approach will drive equitable grid modernization, ensuring that Greater Boston’s energy future is resilient, sustainable, and benefits all communities.

Equity in Action: Eversource and Verizon connect with Riley House for Seniors

Author: Mariana Chissell, AEG Junior Fellow, Advanced Energy Group

On June 14, 2023, members representing the AEG Boston 22Q3 Grid Modernization Task Force convened at Riley House in Hyde Park to showcase Equity in Action along with other energy efficiency partners. The event made significant progress towards fostering partnerships to enhance energy efficiency in Hyde Park, a largely disadvantaged, minority community. 

Above: Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) headlines Riley House event. Read the full article here. 

During the event, representatives from Eversource and Verizon committed to improving the lives of seniors at Riley House. Eversource educated community members on energy efficiency offers and available programs that aid in managing energy bills, while Verizon shared information regarding discounted internet access to eligible communities. 

The Riley House initiative by Eversource, Verizon, and others advances the 22Q3 Task Force’s efforts to overcome the selected obstacle of: “Enabling flexible load management among harder-to-reach populations” by prioritizing communities in need with respect to equitable grid modernization. This obstacle was delivered by Brandy Chambers, Manager, Energy Efficiency Regulatory & Planning, Eversource.

Above: ABCD captures Eversource engagement at Riley House. Watch the full video here. 

Ultimately, the event's impact extends beyond technological advancements; it underscores a commitment to energy equity and support for vulnerable populations, aligning with broader federal initiatives. 

The 22Q3 Boston Task Force's collaboration with energy partners has not only improved the living conditions for senior residents at Riley House but also set a precedent for future initiatives aimed at achieving energy equity in underserved communities.

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Emitting Real Change into Boston’s EV Infrastructure

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Emitting Real Change into Boston’s EV Infrastructure

On December 16th, 2021 AEG Stakeholders met in Boston at Holland & Knight offices to identify the most critical mobility and transportation obstacles that the state and city must overcome in order to achieve its carbon and equity goals. At the forefront of this discussion was how to prioritize infrastructure investments to eliminate MHDV pollution emissions by 2030 while prioritizing community health and welfare.

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The Pedal Towards “Bikes-to-Bus” Programs in Boston: AEG Boston Mobility & Transportation

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The Pedal Towards “Bikes-to-Bus” Programs in Boston: AEG Boston Mobility & Transportation

The majority of American commuters use their single person vehicles as their main mode of transportation to work. This presents a major barrier to reducing the amount of non-electric vehicles as their primary mode of commuter transit. In order to reach the goal of net zero emissions by 2050, Boston is encouraging commuters to utilize public transit, carpool, bike, or walk. To decrease the amount of cars on the road and benefit the health of the community, a solution is to make public transit, walking, and biking more accessible to commuters.

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Modernizing Boston’s Grid: Progress on Workforce Training but More To Do

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Modernizing Boston’s Grid: Progress on Workforce Training but More To Do

Boston has a goal of becoming net-zero by 2050. This means electrification of buildings and transportation. Boston’s grid needs to modernize to meet this challenge.

Last year, AEG Stakeholders outlined what they believed was the biggest obstacle to meeting Boston’s net-zero target -- lack of a ready-to-go local clean energy workforce. Such a workforce would not only need to be highly skilled but also diverse. To build this workforce, the industry needs to coalesce to provide funding and raise awareness.

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Boston's Transportation Challenge - 2018 BAE Q4

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Boston's Transportation Challenge - 2018 BAE Q4

Transportation & Mobility is an important component of urban carbon reduction strategy. The IPCC Special Report stresses the need for stronger climate action in the mobility field, as the transportation sector accounts for 23% of CO2 emissions. The Boston’s Q4 series is going to be especially interesting as the city has developed a clear plan for addressing these action-items through Go Boston 2030

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2018 BAE Q3 Recap: IoT, Technology & Innovation

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2018 BAE Q3 Recap: IoT, Technology & Innovation

Boston’s Q3 IoT Series has become one of AEG’s most successful events. With a full house at Holland & Knight, energy stakeholders discussed specific problems related to advancing IoT for the City of Boston. AEG founder H.G. was so pleased with the results, he shared a public thank you note for the attendees, highlighting what he appreciated most and what he hoped for moving forward.

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Boston's Approach to Energy Technology and Innovation (Q3 2018)

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Boston's Approach to Energy Technology and Innovation (Q3 2018)

AEG’s Boston chapter is approaching its one year anniversary with the upcoming Q3 Series on IoT, Innovation, and Technology. Past Boston AEG series have had spectacular turnout with a highly-engaged stakeholder audience, and this series should be no exception. Boston is at the top of the charts for National Clean Tech Leadership, primarily derived from its ability to innovate and its access to a high-quality workforce.

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2018 BAE Q2: Healthcare Stakeholder Lunch

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2018 BAE Q2: Healthcare Stakeholder Lunch

Advanced Energy Group hosted the first ever post-breakfast lunch in Boston on June 14th for a specific stakeholder group and sector: Energy Strategies in Healthcare.  This stakeholder lunch was facilitated by Navigant’s Ken Horne, Director for Smart Grid. Considering the trail-blazing nature of Boston’s healthcare facilities in regard to Smart Buildings, this lunch entailed fascinating presentations and conversations regarding the energy strategy and management of these critical facilities.

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2018 BAE Q2: Smart Buildings & Grid Modernization

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2018 BAE Q2: Smart Buildings & Grid Modernization

Boston’s Q2 series on Smart Buildings and Grid Modernization this past June brought together a diverse crowd of energized and engaged stakeholders to discuss the city’s future energy system. The series entailed a variety of events that provided attendees the opportunity to establish and reinforce relationships, to exchange diverse perspectives, and to take leadership roles within the local energy stakeholder community.

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Maintaining Boston’s Momentum with Smart Buildings & Grid Modernization (BAE Q2 2018)

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Maintaining Boston’s Momentum with Smart Buildings & Grid Modernization (BAE Q2 2018)

The overarching problem and opportunity in Smart Buildings and Grid Modernization is that building operations account for 75% of the nation’s energy consumption, and 70% of the grid is over 25 years old. In cities like Boston, the working towards development includes energy efficient buildings that possess Distributed Energy Resources (DERs).

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2018 BAE Q1 Recap: Resiliency, Critical Infrastructure, and Microgrids

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2018 BAE Q1 Recap: Resiliency, Critical Infrastructure, and Microgrids

Prior to the Boston Stakeholder Series, Massachusetts endured three Nor’easters within two weeks, resulting in a peak of 360,000+ customers without power. Infrastructure repairs were still in progress, and another storm was already brewing, making the days’ conversation very relevant.

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2017 BAE Q4: Mobility & Transportation

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2017 BAE Q4: Mobility & Transportation

We closed out our inaugural season in Boston with a great line-up, bringing multiple perspectives to a challenge that requires an enormous amount of coordination. Speakers at the breakfast covered a wide range of related topics from how to get more ridership on public transit and address their needs, to how we decarbonize transportation, to how do we deal with the specific issues concerning EV deployments and charging infrastructure?