About Southeast energy efficiency alliance
Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance: Promoting Energy Efficiency for Economic Growth and Energy Security
The Southeast Efficient Energy Alliance (SEEA) is a non-profit organization that aims to promote energy efficiency as a catalyst for economic growth, workforce development, and energy security across 11 southeastern states including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. SEEA was founded in 2006 with the mission of advancing energy efficiency in the Southeast region of the United States.
SEEA works with various stakeholders such as policymakers at the local and state levels; utilities; businesses; non-profits; and consumers to promote policies that encourage energy efficiency. The organization also provides technical assistance to help businesses and organizations implement energy-efficient practices.
One of SEEA's primary goals is to reduce energy consumption in buildings. Buildings account for approximately 40% of all U.S. energy consumption and are responsible for nearly half of all greenhouse gas emissions. By promoting building codes that require higher levels of insulation or more efficient lighting systems or HVAC systems SEEA can help reduce overall building-related emissions.
Another area where SEEA focuses its efforts is on industrial processes. Industrial processes account for approximately one-third of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. By promoting more efficient manufacturing processes or encouraging companies to switch from fossil fuels to renewable sources like solar or wind power SEEA can help reduce industrial-related emissions.
SEEA also works with utilities to promote demand-side management programs which incentivize customers to use less electricity during peak hours when demand is highest thus reducing strain on the grid during those times.
In addition to its policy work SEEA also provides technical assistance through its Building Performance Initiative (BPI). BPI helps businesses identify areas where they can improve their building's performance by conducting an audit which identifies areas where improvements can be made such as upgrading lighting systems or improving insulation levels.
Overall SEAA's work has had a significant impact on reducing overall carbon emissions in the Southeast region while also helping businesses save money by reducing their overall energy consumption costs. The organization has been recognized nationally for its work including being named one of ten finalists in the Bloomberg Philanthropies' Mayors Challenge which recognizes innovative solutions that address urban challenges facing cities today.
In conclusion if you are looking for an organization that promotes sustainable economic growth while also helping reduce carbon emissions then look no further than Southeast Efficient Energy Alliance (SEAA). With over a decade worth of experience working with policymakers utilities businesses non-profits and consumers alike there is no better partner when it comes time to implement sustainable practices within your own business or community!
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