John Podesta: Setting Efficiency Standards for Appliances
John Podesta: Setting Efficiency Standards for Appliances
The New School - The New School
America's cities are confronting growing populations, a changing climate and rising fuel prices. While political leaders debate the development of alternative energy sources, most experts agree energy efficiency is fundamental to the urban future.Can cities combat global warming and the high cost of power with less wasteful infrastructure and other strategies? What will it take for cities to become more efficient -- and what reforms are beyond the powers of local government?The keynote address in the inaugural program in the Cities Respond to Climate Change lecture series was delivered by John Podesta, president, Center for American Progress, and former chief of staff to President Bill Clinton - The New School
The New School - The New School
America's cities are confronting growing populations, a changing climate and rising fuel prices. While political leaders debate the development of alternative energy sources, most experts agree energy efficiency is fundamental to the urban future.Can cities combat global warming and the high cost of power with less wasteful infrastructure and other strategies? What will it take for cities to become more efficient -- and what reforms are beyond the powers of local government?The keynote address in the inaugural program in the Cities Respond to Climate Change lecture series was delivered by John Podesta, president, Center for American Progress, and former chief of staff to President Bill Clinton - The New School