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Key Takeaways from Executive Actions & Energy Industry Trends
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Thank you for joining us for the second session in our ongoing webinar series on the evolving energy landscape under the…
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Unstable Governance, Uncertain Markets: The Business Costs of Federal Disinvestment
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In today’s global and national economy, businesses—especially those in capital-intensive industries like energy, infrastructure, and transportation—thrive on stability, predictability, and long-term…
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The Necessity of Common Leadership in Extraordinary Times
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There is no question we are living through an extraordinary moment. Every day, a new institution—built over decades—is being reshaped or…
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The Impact of Mentorship
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In this blog series, we sit down with the mentors from ILLUME’s Mentorship Program to share their firsthand experiences, insights, and…
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Charged Up: EV Charger Installation
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Transitioning to an electric vehicle (EV) can be a big leap, even for those of us who are in the industry.…
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Rethinking Energy Efficiency Programs for Cooking Electrification
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ILLUME’s recent participation at the 2023 Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change (BECC) conference showcased Director Dr. Liz Kelley’s presentation on induction…
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Empowering Talent Through Mentorship
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In 2023, ILLUME launched a formal mentorship program as a cornerstone of our commitment to fostering a culture of connection, professional…
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Understanding Home Decision-Making
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Residential buildings account for approximately 20% of energy consumption in the U.S. To achieve local, state, and federal decarbonization and electrification…
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Embracing Complexity
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The future of equitable service will require new modes of collaboration between utilities, communities, stakeholders, and government. Coordination around common terminology…
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Integrating New Technologies Into the Ecosystem of Demand Response
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As new technologies and devices are rapidly introduced to the market, a demand response ecosystem is emerging that provides utilities and…
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The Gift of Connection
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As we prepare to ring in 2024, ILLUME offers this blog, The Gift of Connection. In a world grappling with divisive…
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Sergio Joins ILLUME’s Data Scientist Team
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The journey looks different for each member of the ILLUME-ination, and in this blog series, we delve into each of those…
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Behavioral Home Energy Reports: Maybe “Bronze” is Good Enough?
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An essential characteristic of many Home Energy Reports is the Randomized Control Trial design, considered to be the ‘gold standard’ of…
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The Climate Change Case for Public Transit
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Approximately 85% of greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector come from the surface transportation system. The use of public transportation…
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Breaking Barriers and Empowering Opportunities
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As we celebrate our ten-year milestone, we reflect on the journey that has turned our mission into a vibrant reality alongside…
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Rocky Mountain Utility Exchange 2023
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States, agencies, and utilities are advancing equity in their policies, programs, and services. By doing so, they are empowered to intertwine…
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Exploring Distributed Solar Disparities
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We are living in a moment of transition as people are interacting with the grid, their utilities, and their energy use…
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A Systems Approach: Defining Energy Burden and Determining How to Treat It
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As regulators demand more benefits from clean energy investments go to disadvantaged and low-to-moderate income communities, program administrators need to increasingly…
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Balancing Your Priority Population Framework
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A groundswell of energy equity and justice legislation contain guidelines for more equitable processes and outcomes. What are states considering in…
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The Need For Speed: Evaluation as an Emerging Opportunities Accelerator
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Reorienting How We Approach Program Design for Communities
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Georgia Power is Leading by Their Customers’ Example
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From Classroom To Cubicle: An ILLUME Internship
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Last August, ILLUME became a partner in San Miguel High School’s Corporate Work Study Program. San Miguel empowers youth by integrating…
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Meeting the Moment with Community-First Infrastructure Investment Models
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Einstein famously said, “We cannot solve our problems by using the same thinking that created them.” To meet the demands of…