Season 4 Episode 10
Utah's Energy Future
The shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy is well underway throughout the world, but what does that mean for Utah? We explore the ways our state can decrease pollution while maintaining affordability and reliability in our electric grid. Plus, how we can protect the economies of Utah communities with long histories of fossil fuel production.
Episode Clip
Sustainability in Salt Lake City Schools
Salt Lake City School District is undertaking a massive project to make 30 buildings more eco-friendly. From upgraded lighting to rooftop solar panels, the district will actually save money in the long-run. Learn how students started the movement and got district leadership on board.
Resources
Conservative Climate Caucus - Rep. John Curtis - UT (3)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Clean Air Act
Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah (HEAL Utah)
H.R. 5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 - United States Congress
H.B. 411 - Community Renewable Energy Act - Utah State Legislature
PacifiCorp Integrated Resource Plan
Rocky Mountain Power - Wattsmart Battery Program
Rocky Mountain Power - Cool Keeper Program
Salt Lake City School District - Sustainability Resolution
San Rafael Energy Research Center - Emery County
State of Utah Lawsuit vs. Environmental Protection Agency - Utah Legislature Press Release
Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS)
Utah Office of Energy Development
Utah Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (FORGE) - U.S. Department of Energy
