Energy Publications

Below is a list of our reports related to energy and energy efficiency, in descending order by year published. Explore other topics here and all High Road Strategy Center reports here.

Gordon, K., M. Mayrl, S. Rhodes-Conway, and B. Siu. New Energy for Cities: Energy-Saving & Job Creation Policies for Local Governments. COWS, 2006.

Written for the Apollo Alliance, COWS offers dozens of proven policies and practices for city officials in this report.

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Borosage, R., and J. Rogers. Both An Imperative and An Opportunity. South Florida Sun-Sentinel, 2005, p. 23A.

The Energy Bill from the George W. Bush era caters to the special interests of oil companies and does not reduce dependence on foreign oil. New energy for America requires investments in renewable energies and job openings in renewable energy sector as well as incentives for states and municipalities who are already taking action on environmental sustainability.
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Gordon, K., and S. Ode. High Performance Cities: A Guide to Energy-Saving Policies for Urban Areas. COWS, 2005.

This report brings together a number of different strategies that can be used individually or in concert to reduce energy use and achieve real energy savings. These strategies are focused on building operations, renewable energy development, transportation, and financing.
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Rogers, J., Institute for America’s Future, and Perryman Group. New Energy for America: The Apollo Jobs Report. Apollo Alliance, 2004.

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