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utility programs

Discover 2 articles exploring utility programs, from foundational concepts to advanced strategies and real-world applications.

Policy, Standards & StrategyDeep Dive

14 min read·Jan 25, 2026

Deep dive: Behavior Change & Climate Communications — What's Working, What Isn't, and What's Next

Evidence from city and utility pilots reveals which climate communication approaches drive real behavior change and which fail to move beyond awareness.

behavior change climate communications social marketing+5 more

Voluntary Standards, Certification & LabelingCase Study

9 min read·Jan 25, 2026

Case study: Standards & certifications — A city or utility pilot and the results so far

Austin, Texas pioneered utility-scale sustainability certification through the Austin Energy Green Building program, achieving 15,000+ certified buildings and $2 billion in economic impact over 30 years.

green building certification utility programs municipal sustainability+4 more