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Bringing Solar Light to the Energy Poor
Empower Generation: The 6th in a series highlighting the work of Rocky Mountain Institute alumni.
The Land Down Under Shines: Australia No Longer a Solar Underdog
Germany is often cited as the king in solar, but its reign may soon be over. German leadership in the solar industry is being challenged on multiple fronts.
Smart Parking: A Launch Pad for Fully Integrated, Intelligent Transportation
In 2007, city drivers in a pint-sized 15-block district in Los Angeles drove more than 950,000 miles, emitted 730 metric tons of carbon dioxide, and burned 47,000 gallons of gas … searching for parking.
Safety in Numbers: Just How Risky Are Crowdsourced Investments in Renewables?
Some criticize solar crowdfunding for exposing inexperienced investors to undue risk, but RMI consultant Jesse Morris argues it appropriately compensates crowdfunders financially for low-risk investment, while also delivering social and environmental returns.
A Free Spirit in the Free Market
One staffer on her personal motivations behind the work we do at RMI.