--- title: Utility Tracking and Benchmarking Blog | WegoBlog | Energy efficiency (5) description: Energy efficiency | WegoWise is site that allows you to track and compare your energy use in order to move towards efficiency. This blog is devoted to related topics such as tips for responsible energy use, cutting costs, and local laws that may effect you. (5) --- [![Wegowise](https://sites.wegowise.com/hubfs/www.wegowise.com/Image/Header_logo.svg "Wegowise")](https://www.wegowise.com/) [Try WegoWise](https://www.wegowise.com/signup) [signup](https://www.wegowise.com/signup) # Utility Tracking and Benchmarking Blog | WegoBlog ## [Attaining Net Zero: The 2030 Challenge](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/137660/Attaining-Net-Zero-The-2030-Challenge) Posted by [Casey Diehl](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/casey-diehl) on Fri, Nov 02, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16269389-jpg/1_images/arch_2030_for_blog-resized-600.jpg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/137660/Attaining-Net-Zero-The-2030-Challenge) At WegoWise, we’re always on the lookout for cutting edge energy efficiency initiatives happening across the United States and world.  That’s why today we’re excited to tell you about [Architecture 2030](http://architecture2030.org/), a non-profit organization committed to promoting the reduction of fossil fuel use in buildings.  Well ahead of the curve in 2002, Architecture 2030 issued the 2030 Challenge with an emphasis on spurring rapid innovation in the U.S. and global building sector. [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/137660/Attaining-Net-Zero-The-2030-Challenge) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/137660/Attaining-Net-Zero-The-2030-Challenge#comments-listing) Tags: [Sustainability](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/sustainability), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency), [Building science](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/building-science) ## [A Look at Energy Consumption through Infographics](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136512/A-Look-at-Energy-Consumption-through-Infographics) Posted by [Catherine Schirm](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/catherine-schirm) on Wed, Oct 10, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16280080-gif/1_images/coal_world_consumption-resized-600.gif) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136512/A-Look-at-Energy-Consumption-through-Infographics) In today's blog post we will let the infographics do the talking. Explore energy consumption on a global, national, and personal level with these five infographics.  Let us know which one is your favorite! [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136512/A-Look-at-Energy-Consumption-through-Infographics) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136512/A-Look-at-Energy-Consumption-through-Infographics#comments-listing) Tags: [Sustainability](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/sustainability), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency) ## [WegoWise's Top 5 Links for Rethinking Driving](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136228/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Rethinking-Driving) Posted by [Sean Shanley](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/sean-shanley) on Fri, Oct 05, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16285209-jpeg/1_images/deer.jpeg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136228/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Rethinking-Driving) Whether you want to be a more informed citizen or just want to kill some time on a Friday Fall afternoon, WegoWise has got you covered. As you consider taking a scenic drive to go see the Fall foliage, here are some links that might make you consider taking your bike or an electric car.  So peruse our best links, give us some feedback and be sure to share some of the info you just gleaned with other interested parties at the parties you are hopefully attending this weekend. Brought to you by [Dan](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Dan+Teague), [Nate](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Nate+Brevard), [Lily](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Lily+Perkins-High), [Catherine](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Catherine+Schirm), [Casey](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Casey+Diehl), [Kate](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Kate++Voorhes), and [Joanna](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Joanna+Blaszczak). [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136228/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Rethinking-Driving) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136228/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Rethinking-Driving#comments-listing) Tags: [News and Policy](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/news-and-policy), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency) ## [Green Leases: Solving the Owner-Tenant Split Incentive Issue](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136091/Green-Leases-Solving-the-Owner-Tenant-Split-Incentive-Issue) Posted by [Nate Brevard](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/nate-brevard) on Thu, Oct 04, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16299860-jpg/1_images/green_empire_state_wegowise.jpg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136091/Green-Leases-Solving-the-Owner-Tenant-Split-Incentive-Issue) In order for a building to be truly energy efficient, the interests of both the owner and tenants must be aligned in favor of sustainability. Unfortunately, traditional lease arrangements often do the opposite, and skew the interests of both parties. For instance, if a lease includes fixed utility costs, the tenant has no financial incentive to use sustainable practices; if the lease dictates that the tenant pays for utilities, the owner has less incentive to pay for energy efficiency improvements in tenant spaces because he or she will not be able to take advantage of the subsequent financial benefits. [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136091/Green-Leases-Solving-the-Owner-Tenant-Split-Incentive-Issue) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/136091/Green-Leases-Solving-the-Owner-Tenant-Split-Incentive-Issue#comments-listing) Tags: [Sustainability](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/sustainability), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency), [Green living](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/green-living) ## [Affordable Housing Energy Benchmarks from the LEAN Inventory](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135683/Affordable-Housing-Energy-Benchmarks-from-the-LEAN-Inventory) Posted by [Lily Perkins-High](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/lily-perkins-high) on Thu, Sep 27, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16265858-jpg/1_images/2011_li_metric_3_w_cover_page.pdf_(page_13_of_102).jpg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135683/Affordable-Housing-Energy-Benchmarks-from-the-LEAN-Inventory) Last month, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) made the [results](http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/dpu/file-room.html) from the first year of the [LEAN Multifamily Benchmarking Inventory](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/66208/Free-energy-tracking-for-low-income-housing-in-Massachusetts) available to the public. [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135683/Affordable-Housing-Energy-Benchmarks-from-the-LEAN-Inventory) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135683/Affordable-Housing-Energy-Benchmarks-from-the-LEAN-Inventory#comments-listing) Tags: [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency), [Funding](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/funding), [Affordable housing](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/affordable-housing) ## [Local Law 84 Benchmarking: The First Year in Review](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135359/Local-Law-84-Benchmarking-The-First-Year-in-Review) Posted by [Nate Brevard](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/nate-brevard) on Wed, Sep 26, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16373615-png/1_images/wegowise_ggbp.png) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135359/Local-Law-84-Benchmarking-The-First-Year-in-Review) The breakdown of energy use in New York City looks like this:  [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135359/Local-Law-84-Benchmarking-The-First-Year-in-Review) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135359/Local-Law-84-Benchmarking-The-First-Year-in-Review#comments-listing) Tags: [News and Policy](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/news-and-policy), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency) ## [Green Attic Insulation: How to Insure A Cozy & Energy Efficient Home](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135235/Green-Attic-Insulation-How-to-Insure-A-Cozy-Energy-Efficient-Home) Posted by [Joanna Blaszczak](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/joanna-blaszczak) on Thu, Sep 20, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16336716-jpeg/1_images/roof_ice_dam.jpeg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135235/Green-Attic-Insulation-How-to-Insure-A-Cozy-Energy-Efficient-Home) While you may still be enjoying the warm September weather, colder temperatures will be creeping in before you know it.  Around the WegoWise office in Boston, harsh winter weather is a serious consideration for homeowners when thinking about insulating their homes for the upcoming seasons. Attics are one of the most important [areas of a home to insulate](http://aceee.org/node/3063#insulate) to reduce heat loss and thereby decrease energy consumption. Understanding and improving aged or inadequate attic insulation before the winter begins is an important step to insure a comfortable and energy efficient home during the upcoming months. [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135235/Green-Attic-Insulation-How-to-Insure-A-Cozy-Energy-Efficient-Home) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/135235/Green-Attic-Insulation-How-to-Insure-A-Cozy-Energy-Efficient-Home#comments-listing) Tags: [Sustainability](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/sustainability), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency), [Building science](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/building-science), [Green living](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/green-living) ## [WegoWise's Top 5 Links for Wind Power](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134878/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Wind-Power) Posted by [Kate Voorhes](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/kate-voorhes) on Fri, Sep 14, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16346878-jpeg/1_images/sea_otter.jpeg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134878/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Wind-Power) Whether you want to be a more informed citizen or just want to kill some time before 5 on a Friday afternoon, WegoWise has got you covered. Last weekend was pretty breezy here as storms moved up the coast and that got us thinking about wind.  So peruse our best links, give us some feedback and be sure to share some of the info you just gleaned with other interested parties at the parties you are hopefully attending this weekend. Brought to you by [Dan](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Dan+Teague), [Nate](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Nate+Brevard), [Lily](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Lily+Perkins-High), [Catherine](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Catherine+Schirm) and [Casey](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Casey+Diehl). [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134878/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Wind-Power) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134878/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Wind-Power#comments-listing) Tags: [Renewables](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/renewables), [Sustainability](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/sustainability), [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency) ## [Window Fan vs Air Conditioner: How Much Energy do They Use?](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134868/Window-Fan-vs-Air-Conditioner-How-Much-Energy-do-They-Use) Posted by [Catherine Schirm](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/catherine-schirm) on Fri, Sep 14, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16268627-jpeg/1_images/air_conditioner.jpeg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134868/Window-Fan-vs-Air-Conditioner-How-Much-Energy-do-They-Use) With summer almost over and the August utility bills paid, you may be feeling a little poorer.  You feel like your electric bills were a lot higher during the summer than the spring, but why? Doesn’t the sun stay up longer, reducing your need to turn on lights? Well yes, but then you remember, you and your roommates have been running fans and window AC units all summer! How much of an impact did this have on your electricity bill? And which is the bigger energy hog, the window fan or the window AC??  [Read More](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134868/Window-Fan-vs-Air-Conditioner-How-Much-Energy-do-They-Use) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134868/Window-Fan-vs-Air-Conditioner-How-Much-Energy-do-They-Use#comments-listing) Tags: [Energy efficiency](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/energy-efficiency), [Green living](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/topic/green-living) ## [WegoWise's Top 5 Links for Better Food](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134433/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Better-Food) Posted by [Sean Shanley](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/author/sean-shanley) on Fri, Sep 07, 2012 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://sites.wegowise.com/hs-fs/file-16276076-jpeg/1_images/cats_wait_for_fish.jpeg) ](https://sites.wegowise.com/blog2/bid/134433/WegoWise-s-Top-5-Links-for-Better-Food) Whether you want to be a more informed citizen or just want to kill some time before 5 on a Friday afternoon, WegoWise has got you covered. We spend a lot of time at the office talking about food. So peruse our best links, give us some feedback and be sure to share some of the info you just gleaned with other interested parties at the parties you are hopefully attending this weekend. Brought to you by [Dan](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Dan+Teague), [Nate](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Nate+Brevard), [Lily](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Lily+Perkins-High), [Catherine](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Catherine+Schirm) and [Casey](http://blog.wegowise.com/blog2/?Author=Casey+Diehl). 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