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Why Snugg Pro is the Best Software Choice (Post)
You’ve seen it yourself. The contractor industry is growing. Especially in the energy-efficiency market. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of jobs for HVAC mechanics
Six Often Forgotten Essentials for a Successful Summer Camping Trip(Post)If you’ve spent any amount of time driving along the highway, you may recall seeing some creative nature-themed public service billboards on the roadside. These rallying relics encourage parents
Online Store Product Photography That Converts(Post)It makes sense that an online store that sells clothing, furniture or other highly visual consumer goods needs photos of those items to engage customers. But online stores that market energy-effici
5 Key Criteria Essential for a Successful Water-Saving Energy Efficiency Program(Post)In recent years, the relationship between water and energy, referred to as the energy-water nexus, has become a more compelling focus for energy efficiency programs. Researchers and practitioners a
Growing Our Impact Through Advancing Sustainability(Post)AM Conservation Group and Franklin Energy has a proud history of doing great work to help reduce the carbon impact of millions of utility customers. The work we did in 2020 alone will help our clie
Importance of Integrating Marketing Technology Platforms(Post)Top-performing marketers in North America are 1.6 times more likely than those in poorly performing companies to prioritize integration of marketing and advertising technologies. So why do marketing
3 Expectations You Need to Meet in the Age of Customer Engagement(Post)When it comes to customer engagement, companies like Domino’s Pizza, Zappos, Uber, Lyft and Amazon are the rising tide that lifts all boats. Their innovative strategies can filter down to other ind
How to Become a Contractor for the IRA Programs in Your State(Post)The landmark Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law in 2022 and is still being implemented. And contractors who specialize in energy-efficient HVAC, solar, lighting, or plumbing in
What Utilities Can Learn About Data Collection and Transparency from Domino's Pizza(Post)Utilities looking to revolutionize their approach to customer service can find a roadmap from a very unlikely source: Domino’s Pizza. Domino’s is a case study in evolving to meet changing custo
What Utilities Can Learn About E-Commerce Websites by Studying Amazon(Post)It’s hard to remember that when Amazon debuted in 1994, it only sold books. Today, Amazon pushes nearly 500 million products on its U.S. website alone. So, it’s no surprise that for the last few ye
Using Lessons from Healthcare to Launch a Virtual Energy Program(Post)Unsurprisingly, healthcare was one of the most rapidly evolving industries during the height of the pandemic crisis. While these efforts should certainly be applauded, those of us in the energy indust
How to Make ‘Dumb Devices’ Smart(Post)It used to be that any electric or electronic device plugged in at home, or in the office, could only be controlled individually—users had to turn them on or off themselves, usually with a manual s
3 Ways Utilities are Successfully Advancing Energy Efficiency(Post)In light of a recent UN report on climate change, the need for energy efficiency has taken on even more urgency. Scientists warn that to avert the damages of global warming, we need to make massive c
K-12 Education Reporting: Best Practices for Top of the Class Analysis(Post)Education plays an important role in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability. Our K-12 education programs are designed to equip utilities with the tools they need to engage their communities, f
Rules of Engagement(Post)Customer engagement is not a new concept, but lately it has been a hot topic in every industry. The constant conversation that exists between companies and customers is becoming more and more impor
'Tis the Season: Movers Edition(Post)Summertime brings warmer weather, longer days, and… vacation time! Time which many Americans use to move to a new place and last year, almost to the day, I was one of them. It hardly seems like