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The City of Boulder Climate Action Plan Analysis Report, prepared by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) in May 2012, evaluates the cost-effectiveness and emissions impact of 19 demand-side management programs funded by the Climate Action Plan (CAP) tax. The analysis finds that while Boulder has achieved significant energy savings, it will not meet its 2012 Kyoto Protocol-based emissions reduction targets through current programs alone. RMI recommends transitioning toward more comprehensive, integrated, and long-term energy efficiency strategies and suggests that municipalization of the energy supply could significantly enhance the city's ability to reach its goals.

This technical factsheet by GreenCape outlines the application of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to reduce energy costs and carbon footprints at wastewater treatment works (WWTWs) in South Africa. It details system configurations, financial metrics, and the necessary steps for municipal implementation.