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Practical energy management from R&D to operations: Energy Decision Maker Frank Porretto

Practical energy management from R&D to operations: Energy Decision Maker Frank Porretto The Megawatt Hour Interview Series: Energy Decision Makers: Frank Porretto Frank Porretto,Director Energy ManagementNorthwell Health April 2, 2020 Energy decision maker Frank Porretto’s experience in the energy industry spans the supply chain from R&D to cost management. Today, he is in the hot seat, […]

There really is good news in energy right now

There really is good news in energy right now Here is a copy of the Megawatt Hour’s recent update. March 3, 2020 Dear Colleague,  We realize that it is difficult to find good news out there right now. From fears about a global economic downturn, the coronavirus, the visible impacts of climate change, divisiveness around […]

Energy Markets in New York: March 3, 2020

Energy Markets in New York: March 3, 2020 An understanding of the status of NY Energy Markets (both energy and capacity) is essential to managing energy costs. Both short term and longer-term power prices impact customers, as do capacity markets. Why focus on power and capacity? Electricity supply is comprised of a range of components. […]

Building Emissions: A Step-by-Step Guide to NYC’s Law (LL 97)- Step one

Building Emissions: A Step-by-Step Guide to NYC’s Law (LL 97)- Step one A Step-by-Step Guide to NYC’s Buildings Emissions Law (LL 97) In the past few months, we have had many questions from customers and colleagues about NYC’s Buildings Emissions Law (LL97). In keeping with our commitment to transparency, we have created a series of […]

2020 Energy Insights: Budgeting and forecasting recommendations

2020 Energy Insights: Budgeting and forecasting recommendations 2020 Energy Insights Today in our new 2020 energy insights series we explore MWh recommendations for effective budgeting and forecasting. Over the past 25 years, we have worked with customers as you try to navigate and manage your energy costs and usage. During that time, we’ve seen as […]

Natural gas plants not competitive with clean energy according to report

Natural gas plants not competitive with clean energy according to report Most new or proposed natural gas power plants will not be cost-competitive with clean energy resources by 2035. A report comparing the financial viability of new gas resources with clean energy technologies was recently published by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI). The report finds […]

NY Energy Market Update: August 30th, 2019

NY Energy Market Update: August 30th, 2019 An understanding of the status of NY Energy Markets (both energy and capacity) is essential to planning and managing energy costs. Both short term and longer-term forward prices impact customers as you plan your budgets and forecast your costs. Why focus on power and capacity? While, electricity supply […]

Energy Decision Maker Thomas Mort : Resource According to Value

Energy Decision Maker Thomas Mort : Resource According to Value The Megawatt Hour Series: Saving with Energy Thomas MortPresident, Saving with Energy Energy decision maker Thomas Mort is a leader in the field of operational excellence and continuous improvement with more than 30 years’ experience. Thomas is currently a principal of Thomas Mort Consulting LLC. […]

Why a good contract is so important

Why a good contract is so important Why a good contract is good for you too… We’ve heard customers express aggravation at the lengthy, detailed contract language that some suppliers provide. A well-written ESCo/Supplier contract should protect you, the customer, as well as the supplier. MWh conducts data and contract analysis as part of the […]

NY State’s Climate Law

NY State’s Climate Law There are many details to work through.. but nevertheless NY State passed climate legislation that will, according to Bloomberg set the most aggressive clean energy target in the country, more than triple the state’s solar capacity and unleash wind power off the coast. Take a look at the Bloomberg article (Climate […]