Efficiency efforts have been successful over time, especially in the period after the oil price shock, but steadily through the decades.
Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
Housing Quantity
Homes have been getting larger for decades. Data from compiiled MassGIS gives a clear view of the pace of growth.
State Budget Agreement Reached
Overall, I am very pleased with this year’s budget and I feel that it reflects many of my stated priorities.
Green Line Progress
The T has been making methodical progress on Green Line improvement over the past decade.
Heat pump decisions
This post attempts to summarize the environmental and consumer considerations for people seeking to electrify heating in a home.
Evolution of Heat Pump Technology
We can expect material improvement of heat pump efficiency over the next few years. It may make sense for some homeowners, especially those who heat with gas and who do not have an immediate need to replace their heating system, to wait for the next generation of heat pumps.