California faces an unexpected challenge as it transitions away from fossil fuels and toward renewable energy sources: The state is producing more solar than it can handle, leading to significant energy waste.
Leading experts will present cutting-edge research on key topics—including residential and commercial buildings, electric vehicles (EVs), and low-income households—and help the U.S. Department of Energy prioritize research and action in several areas.
Whether you’re new to the Oakland EcoBlock project or deeply engaged and eager for an update, this is your chance to get the inside scoop from the project’s leads.
On May 29, Dr. Miriam Aczel, with support from Dr. Phillippe Phanivong, presented the Oakland EcoBlock project as part of the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH)’s Science Talk series.
On May 7, Dr. Phillippe Phanivong, with support from Dr. Miriam Aczel, showcased the EcoBlock project in an online seminar for the Australian National University (ANU)’s Battery Storage and Grid Integration Program (BSGIP).
EcoBlock Principal Investigator (PI) Dr. Therese Peffer shares insights on implementing neighborhood-scale electrification in a recent feature on KALW Public Media.
Members of the Oakland EcoBlock team met with Dan Hellmuth, the President and Director of Design for the Urban EcoBlock, to discuss their respective initiatives and explore future opportunities for collaboration.
Keisha Henderson, a homeowner from East Oakland, brought nonprofit organizations, local government, and residents together to restore their block. She thinks it can be a replicable model for the city.
The National Institute is the premier event for college faculty, students, and technical professionals aspiring to improve their knowledge and application of high-performance building operations. This year’s theme is “Less Carbon, More Action! Strategies for Buildings & Technician Education.”
EcoBlock was recently featured on KQED’s podcast, Sold Out: Rethinking Housing in America, which delves into the intersection of the climate and housing crises.