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Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions By Inducing Energy Conservation And Distributed Generation From Elimination Of Electric Utility Customer Charges, Joshua M. Pearce, Paul J. Harris
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions By Inducing Energy Conservation And Distributed Generation From Elimination Of Electric Utility Customer Charges, Joshua M. Pearce, Paul J. Harris
Joshua M. Pearce
This paper quantifies the increased greenhouse gas emissions and negative effect on energy conservation (or “efficiency penalty”) due to electric rate structures that employ an unavoidable customer charge. First, the extent of customer charges was determined from a nationwide survey of US electric tariffs. To eliminate the customer charge nationally while maintaining a fixed sum for electric companies for a given amount of electricity, an increase of 7.12% in the residential electrical rate was found to be necessary. If enacted, this increase in the electric rate would result in a 6.4% reduction in overall electricity consumption, conserving 73 billion kW …
Energy Conservation From Systematic Tire Pressure Regulation, Joshua M. Pearce, Jason T. Hanlon
Energy Conservation From Systematic Tire Pressure Regulation, Joshua M. Pearce, Jason T. Hanlon
Joshua M. Pearce
The majority of US drivers do not consistently monitor the tire pressures in their vehicles. The 2000 TREAD Act, which requires automakers to gradually provide tire pressure monitoring systems for vehicles sold in the US will correct this problem for new vehicles. This law does not impact the problem in previously deployed vehicles, which have a turnover time of ∼20 years. A solution is provided here to address under-inflated tires on the current 220 million vehicles and the concomitant wasted energy due to increased rolling resistance in the US automobile fleet. This communication reports on a preliminary study of tire …
Energy Service Companies As A Component Of A Comprehensive University Sustainability Strategy, Joshua M. Pearce, Laural L. Miller
Energy Service Companies As A Component Of A Comprehensive University Sustainability Strategy, Joshua M. Pearce, Laural L. Miller
Joshua M. Pearce
Purpose – This paper aims to quantify and critically analyze the best practices of a comprehensive environmental stewardship strategy (ESS), which included a guaranteed energy savings program (GESP) that utilized an energy service company (ESCO). Design/methodology/approach – The environmental and economic benefits and limitations of an approach utilizing an ESCO are critically analyzed in the context of implementing a comprehensive university sustainability strategy. Findings – A GESP, which utilized the technical and financial expertise of energy service companies, improved the operational efficiency, decreased the ecological footprint, and reduced the operating costs of the university. Practical implications – Energy‐saving projects are …