tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032777560380839690.post8960022711435972679..comments2023-06-26T04:23:30.659-07:00Comments on Rate Crimes: Filling the GapRate Crimeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057284640612791913noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032777560380839690.post-30139701066540927102009-11-04T10:33:57.229-08:002009-11-04T10:33:57.229-08:00Hi “DB Cooper”, thanks for your question. “Fillin...Hi “DB Cooper”, thanks for your question. “Filling” may not be the best term. The responsibility of <b>closing</b> the looming energy gap belongs to all of us. <br /><br />I propose that we first rationalize the utility rate schedules. Without first rectifying this fundamental imbalance, other important efforts will remain half-measures. Inaccurate price signals will continue to confound the feedback from other actions and defeat our understanding.<br /><br />Notwithstanding Jevons Paradox, broad and lasting energy efficiency programs must be enacted and be accompanied by educational programs.<br /><br />All new construction should conform to rigorous building codes with equally rigorous inspection and enforcement. Much existing, poor construction will be an increasing burden that will defeat investments in retrofitting. We should prepare for maintenance crises.<br /><br />Because our energy needs are urgent, the process of reducing demand must be paralleled with efforts to increase generation. Long-term, sustainable solutions should be emphasized. I believe that solar energy is such a solution for Arizona.Rate Crimeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16057284640612791913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032777560380839690.post-81062492021969195412009-11-03T10:54:50.133-08:002009-11-03T10:54:50.133-08:00An interesting perspective. What do you propose t...An interesting perspective. What do you propose to fill your "gap"?DB Cooperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03753063564077167037noreply@blogger.com