Etan Gumerman in the News
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— May 04, 2012A story in Biomass Power & Thermal Magazine makes mention of a study by Nicholas Institute researchers focused on myths and facts about electricity in the U.S. South. The study finds that energy efficiency and renewable energy are able to work hand-in-hand to meet the projected growth of electricity demand in the South without escalating electricity rates.
in the news: Mythbusting Facts About Renewable Energy in the Southern U.S.
— Feb 07, 2012This blog post by the American Wind Energy Association highlights a study by Duke University and Georgia Tech researchers addressing common myths that have hampered the adoption of clean energy in the southeastern United States.
news release: Staff to Teach Duke Courses This Spring
— Dec 22, 2011Educating the next generation of environmental leaders is one of the many ways the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions helps bridge the gap between science and policy. During Duke’s spring semester, staff members are aiding in this mission by teaching six courses across campus.
in the news: Researchers Examine Clean Energy Myths in the U.S. South
— Dec 04, 2011A study by Duke University and Georgia Tech researchers addresses common myths that have hampered the adoption of clean energy in the southeastern United States. It was featured in an article by Solar Novas Today.
in the news: Duking It Out Over Southern Electricity
— Dec 03, 2011“Plugged In,” one of several blogs in the Scientific American’s new blogger network, featured a short write-up about findings from a study by Duke and the Georgia Institute of Technology on electricity in the Southeastern United States.
in the news: Duke Research Dispels Clean Energy Myths
— Dec 02, 2011NPR shares the findings from a study by Duke and the Georgia Institute of Technology on electricity in the South. The piece features quotes by Etan Gumerman, co-author and senior policy analyst at the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions.
in the news: Renewable Energy, Conservation, Can Meet the South’s Needs, Researchers Say
— Dec 01, 2011An article in the Louisville Courier-Journal shares the findings from a study by Duke and the Georgia Institute of Technology on electricity in the South. The work spells out and debunks popular myths about clean energy that have been promulgated by policymakers, business leaders and advocacy groups in the South.
news release: Study Debunks Six Myths About Electricity in the South
— Dec 01, 2011Clean energy can help meet growing electricity demand and minimize pollution in the Southern United States, but progress to adopt renewable energy strategies has been hindered by a number of myths, according to a new study by Duke and Georgia Tech researchers.
in the news: Debate Over Energy Legislation Comes Down to Jobs
— Mar 06, 2011The Nicholas Institute's Etan Gumerman is quoted in this Miami Herald article after presenting his report "Renewable Energy in the South" to both the Florida House and Senate energy committees.
news release: Gumerman Presents Renewables Work to Committees in Florida Senate, House
— Mar 01, 2011Etan Gumerman, senior policy analyst at the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions, recently presented the findings of a study on renewable energy development in the South to committees in the Florida House and Senate.
in the news: Generating Interest in Renewable Energy
— Feb 08, 2011An article in the Star-Tribune quotes the Nicholas Institute's Etan Gumerman and his recent paper on renewable energy in the South.
in the news: Experts Push for Renewable Energy
— Jan 20, 2011The Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions' Etan Gumerman is quoted in this Richmond Times-Dispatch article on renewable energy.
in the news: Policies To Spur Renewable Energy Can Lower Energy Costs
— Dec 20, 2010Energy Daily highlights the findings of a recent report by a Nicholas Institute researcher on renewable energy in the South.
news release: Report Shows Policies that Spur Renewable Energy Production and Use Can Lower Electricity Costs in Southern States
— Dec 16, 2010The South could pay less for its electricity in 20 years than is currently projected if strong public policies are enacted to spur renewable energy production and use, according to a report released today by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology and Duke University.
in the news: Policies to Spur Renewable Energy Can Lower Energy Costs
— Dec 16, 2010The Southern United States could pay less for its electricity in 20 years than is currently projected if strong public policies are enacted to spur renewable energy production and use, according to a report released December 16 by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology and Duke University.
in the news: Standards Needed for Calculating Clean Energy Jobs
— Dec 15, 2010Article in Sustainable Business highlights Nicholas Institute study on employment impacts.
news release: Duke Paper Adds Clarity to Employment Predictions
— Dec 14, 2010With U.S. unemployment rates hovering near 10 percent, proposals for new energy and environmental policies are scrutinized more for their ability to create jobs. Yet, job-creation estimates vary widely, are often conflicting and can confuse policymaking efforts, according to a policy brief released by Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions.
news release: Partnership Formed on Climate, Energy Work
— Nov 30, 2010DURHAM N.C.-- Goldman Sachs’ Center for Environmental Markets (CEM) will partner with Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions on work to maximize policies that limit greenhouse gas emissions.
in the news: Congress Could Spur the Southeast’s Renewable Energy Use, Industry Says
— Jul 30, 2010Renewable energy industry groups are touting a study they say shows Southeastern states will benefit from a renewable energy standard, which they are pushing Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) to include in his energy bill.
in the news: Report Shows Renewable Energy Potential in WV
— Jul 28, 2010West Virginia Public Broadcasting highlights a study by the Nicholas Institute that looks at the economic potential of renewable energy in the South. Etan Gumerman, senior policy analyst, is quoted in the piece.




