This section offers reference articles on topics related to energy and smart land use planning.
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Urban Heat |
“Urban heat island effect” describes areas of elevated temperatures in the air over urban developments. This article explains the phenomenon, identifies the primary sources of heat, and offers strategies for mitigating this effect. |
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Title 24 Energy |
Title 24 is the California Building Standards Code, which governs all aspects of building construction. In Part 6 of the Code are standards mandating energy efficiency measures in new construction. This section provides an introduction to the Title 24 Energy Efficiency Standards and resources for more information. |
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Climate Change |
Energy efficiency makes sense for a whole world of reasons. Global climate change may be the most important reason. This section explains why the climate is changing and what people are doing to combat the problem. |
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Energy Basics |
Energy costs and demand are rising—and so are concerns about the impact of fossil fuel consumption on the earth and its climate. This section will help you understand where our energy comes from, how we use it, and where we can most effectively make changes. |
