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Chester Energy and Policy started in 2017 as a blog before blossoming into a full consulting business. The goal of the blog originally was simple: answer interesting questions in the world of energy & sustainability that weren’t being answered elsewhere, tapping into energy data sets, expert interviews, and a unique lens.
Today, the blog section of Chester Energy and Policy seeks to continue that mission: answering interesting questions. If you have a question that you think is worth diving into for a blog post, reach out and let us know! .
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Rebuilding After Catastrophic Wildfires: Lessons from Around the Globe
As the Los Angeles region faced yet another devastating wildfire event in early 2025, the scale of destruction is both a call to action and an opportunity for innovation. After accounting for the immediate needs of ensuring the fires are stopped, people are protected, and any irreplaceable loss of life is minimized, the road to recovery has really just begun. Rebuilding after such catastrophic events requires careful planning, robust resilience strategies, and lessons from cities and countries that have faced similar challenges.
Truly Low and No Carbon Transportation
As a sector, transportation accounts for 29% of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
An individual switching a single trip per day from car to biking can reduce their carbon footprint by half a metric ton per year.
Energy and Carbon Impacts of Various Outdoor Events
As the summer approaches, people are once again anticipating the return of months full of outdoor events. And in a world that’s still emerging from the COVID fog, where events were cancelled and people were avoiding crowds even in outdoor venues, this upcoming season is set to see an exciting reemergence of these cherished events.
Green Development: Low Income Nations and Climate Change
Climate Change Across the World- Green Development LLC Highlights How Low-Income Countries are Disproportionately Affected
Green Development LLC Highlights Ways Urban Development and Design Can Combat Climate Change
Green Development LLC Covers the Impact of Methane Emissions
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