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A look at the top energy efficient cities in the United States.
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The Most Efficient Cities in the U.S.
City Energy Efficiency Scorecard
• First ranking of its kind
• 34 of the most populous U.S. cities
• Represent over 12.4% of U.S. population
How were cities scored?
Source: ACEEE 2013 City Energy Efficiency Scorecard
2013 Rankings
Source: ACEEE 2013 City Energy Efficiency Scorecard
By the Numbers
• Boston ranked #1 with 76.75/100 points
• Followed by– Portland, OR (70)– NYC (69.75)– San Francisco (69.75)– Seattle (65.25)– Austin (62)The Green Monster
What drives efficiency?
Building Efficiency
• “Buildings consume 74% of nation’s electricity.” – DOE
• “and 32% of world’s total energy.” – IEA
Building Policies (29 points)
Bottom 5 Cities34. Charlotte (3)33. El Paso (3)32. Jacksonville (3.5)31. Indianapolis (3.5)30. Memphis (4.5)
Top 5 Cities1. Seattle (22.5)2. NYC (22)3. Boston (21.5)4. Austin (21.5)5. Wash., DC (21)
Utilities
• Nation’s largest urban solar power plant
• 41-acre site• Uses 32,292 panels• Powers 1,500 homes
each year• Lifted Chicago to 9th
place in Energy categoryExelon Solar CityChicago, Illinois
Transportation
“International cities could save $70 trillion in transportation costs by introducing efficiency measures between now and 2050.” – A Tale of Renewed Cities, IEA
Utilities & Transportation (46 points)
Bottom 5 Cities34. Jacksonville (8.25)33. Detroit (9)32. Tampa (10.75)31. Memphis (12)30. Charlotte (12.5)
Top 5 Cities1. Boston (34.75)2. Portland, OR (34.25)3. San Francisco(31.75)4. Minneapolis (28.75)5. NYC (28.25)
What will drive future efficiency gains?
Areas to Improve
• Local governments can:– adopt efficiency goals– track progress– improve in key areas
(energy & transportation)
– promote efficiency with local utilities
Do Your Part!
• Adopt energy-friendly practices at home:– switch to LED lights– adjust your thermostat– upgrade to high-
efficiency appliances, windows
– conserve water
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