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In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

In an incredible moment of solidarity in the urgent work to advance healthy indoor air, 12 members of the the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air came together at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Summit in New York yesterday to stand up and deliver a series of brief but powerful messages. Taken together, they formed a collective, compelling story, one that sharpened the call to action and underscored why this Commission has come together and is spending the year ahead developing the first-ever Global Framework for Action. Below are snippets of each Commissioner’s remarks.

“By coming together, the Commission has become the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders working to advance healthy indoor air. We’ve locked arms – aligning our collective expertise, knowledge and influence – around a singular purpose: to meet the moment and address one of the greatest public health challenges of our time—ensuring that the air we breathe indoors is healthy and clean.”

“Poor indoor air quality is not evenly shared. It hits children, older adults and people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions the hardest, especially because they often spend more time indoors. And it compounds existing inequities, falling disproportionately on low-income and vulnerable communities already overburdened by environmental risk. That is why equity can’t be an “add-on.” For us, it will be core.”

“For families living with asthma and allergies, the quality of indoor air can be a daily hazard. That’s not rhetoric; that’s reality…So as Commissioners, we’re here to shift the story: schools should not be trigger zones. They should be sanctuaries for learning that enhance health and well-being. That means tackling ventilation, filtration and pairing solutions with clear guidance so districts aren’t left guessing”

“As we embark on this work, we know we don’t need to choose between climate goals and health…We will carry forward the truth that our buildings can advance planetary health and human health side-by-side. That’s not aspirational, these strategies are already being deployed today by leading building owners, designers and operators. As I often say, healthy indoor air is not the opposite of high performance, it’s the proof of it.”

“Consider this: we would never accept a glass of dirty water. Yet for decades, we’ve accepted air that undermines health, learning and productivity—simply because it’s harder to see. But now we know and we’re organized. Through the Commission, we’re coalescing around what comes next and aligning around ways to scale change that can accelerate solutions to ensure healthy indoor air. Our job is to help move healthy indoor air from an aspiration to an expectation; from optional to non-negotiable.”

“The good news is that the technology is here. We have the tools. We can measure. We can monitor. We can do this right now. The biggest question is: how do we do it smarter and faster. Having the solutions doesn’t make progress a given. Better outcomes must be paired with a plan. And that’s why this Commission matters: to build the connective tissue between science, solutions and scale. By doing that, we can fulfil the promise of healthy indoor air.”

“As someone who has spent a career at the intersection of sustainability, health and nature, I’ll offer this: the healthiest buildings are the ones that feel right, because they are tuned to the human experience, supporting healthy indoor air and connecting us with the living world. Nature-inspired strategies can reinforce the conditions that support healthier indoor air, such as better airflow, stronger moisture control and spaces that foster comfort, stewardship and performance.”

“As Commissioners we’re not only focused on the air itself, but also the choices that influence how clean it stays, starting with materials. Material health is a direct lever for healthier indoor environments, because contributors to poor indoor air quality often begin at the source, from products, finishes or furnishings. Thus, the material choices we make have a significant impact on the air we’re breathing inside our buildings.”

”To change what happens indoors, we have to change what we can see. That’s why sensing and controls can be a turning point: they make the invisible visible and transform indoor air from a vague concern into measurable performance…As Commissioners, we’re translating evidence like this to shape future policy approaches that help decision-makers act…When performance becomes visible, improvement will become more and more routine. When that happens, healthy indoor air stops being exceptional. It becomes ubiquitous.

“Everything we do together makes a difference. It creates the steady drumbeat that makes this issue impossible to ignore. Indeed, the Commission itself is a message to the world: we are here, we are organized and we will not stop showing up until healthy indoor air is given the attention, and the action, it deserves.”

“As you can see, the next chapter for us is execution. As Commissioners, we’re already at work: convening, listening, aligning…From all the speakers you heard from today, it’s clear that everything about this effort is built on collaboration and powered by partnership. Because this work only succeeds if we move forward together. So, just as we did at the launch, I’ll do again here and issue a call to join us—as partners, technical leaders or advocates. If you belong in this work, reach out to engage with us and be part of the change.”

This piece was originally featured on LinkedIn.

NEW ORLEANS, February 3, 2026 /3BL/ – As harsh winter temperatures continue to impact the Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas region, Entergy is committed to helping customers manage their energy costs. For more than 25 years, we’ve partnered with local organizations to provide a range of free resources and tools that help our customers manage energy use and lessen the bill challenges posed by severe weather.

“We are deeply committed to supporting our customers, especially during these challenging times,” said John Hudson, Entergy’s senior vice president and chief external affairs officer. “By offering energy bill assistance and critical resources, we help our neighbors stay safe, manage their energy expenses and navigate the financial pressures that arise during extreme weather. Beyond our immediate support efforts, we actively advocate for our customers year-round, championing policies and initiatives that promote their interests and ensure they have access to essential services.”

We offer several energy efficiency programs, flexible billing options and bill help resources for customers, including:

Helping customers save energy and money

• myAdvisor: Digital tools to help customers track daily energy use, alerting them to how much power they use and helping them better manage their monthly budgets.
• Level Billing: Allows customers to avoid spikes in seasonal energy use, making their energy bills more consistent every month.
• Pick-A-Date: Customers can take full control of their budget by paying their bill on the date that works best for them.
• PaperFREE billing: Allows customers to get their bills emailed as soon as they post and instant access to two years of billing history.
• AutoPay: Helps customers avoid late fees, writing checks and paying for postage by having bills automatically deducted from their bank accounts.

Bill help and support programs

• Bill Toolkit: Our one-stop support hub connects customers to bill management, energy efficiency and financial assistance resources. This resource helps customers explore simple ways they can lower their electricity use and costs.
• The Power to Care: An Entergy program that provides emergency bill payment help for low-income older adults and customers with disabilities.
• Single Stop: Our partnership with Single Stop helps build pathways out of poverty by connecting customers to available local, state and federal resources in a one-stop site. Single Stop makes it easy for our customers to check if they qualify for financial assistance and connects them with opportunities for education, counseling, training and support.
• Super Tax Day: Events across our service area offer free tax preparation and support for customers, maximizing tax refunds and a smooth income tax filing experience.
• Flexible payment options: For qualifying customers needing flexibility with paying their energy bill, we offer payment arrangements and flexible billing options.
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program or LIHEAP: Provides qualifying customers with financial assistance for energy bills and other energy-related expenses.

Low-to-no-cost winter energy efficiency tips

• Use solar energy: Open curtains on the south-facing windows during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat the home and close them at night to reduce the chill from cold windows.
• Insulate drafty windows: Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape clear plastic film to the inside of window frames and make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the frame to help reduce infiltration.
• Adjust the thermostat: When you are home and awake, set the thermostat as low as is comfortable, but when you are asleep or out of the house, turn the thermostat back to save on your heating and cooling bills.
• Find and seal leaks: Seal air leaks around utility cut-throughs for pipes and recessed lights in insulated ceilings, and unfinished spaces behind cupboards and closets.
• Maintain heating systems: Schedule routine service for home heating systems and replace furnace and heat pump filters once a month or as needed.
• Reduce heat loss from the fireplace: Keep the fireplace damper closed unless a fire is burning and check the seal on the fireplace flue damper and make it as snug as possible.
• Energy efficiency programs. Extreme weather can drive up energy use with heating and cooling costs making up approximately 52% of an average customer’s electric bill. We offer programs and resources to help customers save energy and money at their home or business, including incentive and rebate programs available in their local area.

We are committed to ensuring all customers have year-round access to energy savings programs and bill help resources. Learn more about all our customer support programs by visiting BillToolkit.entergy.com.

About Entergy

Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at Entergy.com and connect with @Entergy on social media.

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Sustainability on college campuses often shows up in visible ways, like solar panels, recycling bins, or student-led initiatives. But as this conversation makes clear, some of the most impactful climate solutions live behind the scenes, embedded in facilities decisions, capital projects, and daily operations.

In this installment of the Georgia Climate Digest interview series, climate justice advocate Eriqah Vincent sits down with Iesha Baldwin, sustainability coordinator at Spelman College, to talk about how one Georgia institution has built a long-running, facilities-integrated approach to sustainability, and what other campuses can learn from it.

In this bonus episode, Host Angie Dickson, President of the Inogen Alliance and EVP of Antea Group USA, speaks with Sasikumar, Senior Leader at Chola Risk Services in India. Sasikumar shares a real-world case study from a 750 MW solar project that faced significant regulatory, permitting, and community challenges mid-development. The conversation highlights the blocks and bottlenecks they faced, and how they were overcome.

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“ This solar project is uh, for capacity of seven 50 megawatt, which was in a central part of India, which was taken up by one of large corporate in India. And what had happened over that was they had some issues related to regulations, local agitations from the village, and they came to us.” – Sasikumar

 

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00:00 Introduction to the Energy Transition Bonus Case Study
00:45 Overview of the 750 MW Solar Project in Central India
01:55 Regulatory, Forest Zone, and Water Body Constraints
03:45 Community Resistance and Public Hearing Challenges
04:55 Addressing Livelihood Concerns and Misconceptions About Solar Heat
05:45 Education, Safety Communication, and Local Language Engagement
06:25 Design Changes: Pathways, Access, and Infrastructure Adjustments
07:30 Key Lessons: Compliance, Planning, and Stakeholder Trust
08:10 How the Project Shaped Future Solar Developments

Across neighborhoods in Hudson, Union and Somerset counties, HOPES Community Action Partnership, Incorporated empowers families to grow their financial skills, pursue learning opportunities and prioritize their health.

And with support from the PSEG Foundation, HOPES is also addressing Food Insecurity through its Food Drive Program, providing families with whole, nutrient-rich foods that support balanced, healthy meals. This effort is about more than filling plates – it’s about helping families build lasting habits and strengthening communities across our state.

We’re honored to support HOPES Community Action Partnership as they empower families in New Jersey. Read more about our partnership, on Energize!

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) (NYSE: PEG) is a predominantly regulated infrastructure company focused on a clean energy future. Guided by its Powering Progress vision, PSEG aims to power a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. With a continued focus on sustainability, PSEG has appeared on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for 17 consecutive years. PSEG is included on the 2023-2024 list of U.S. News’ Best Companies to Work For. PSEG’s businesses include Public Service Electric and Gas Co. (PSE&G), PSEG Power and PSEG Long Island (https://corporate.pseg.com).

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Across neighborhoods in Hudson, Union and Somerset counties, HOPES Community Action Partnership, Incorporated empowers families to grow their financial skills, pursue learning opportunities and prioritize their health.

And with support from the PSEG Foundation, HOPES is also addressing Food Insecurity through its Food Drive Program, providing families with whole, nutrient-rich foods that support balanced, healthy meals. This effort is about more than filling plates – it’s about helping families build lasting habits and strengthening communities across our state.

We’re honored to support HOPES Community Action Partnership as they empower families in New Jersey. Read more about our partnership, on Energize!

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) (NYSE: PEG) is a predominantly regulated infrastructure company focused on a clean energy future. Guided by its Powering Progress vision, PSEG aims to power a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. With a continued focus on sustainability, PSEG has appeared on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for 17 consecutive years. PSEG is included on the 2023-2024 list of U.S. News’ Best Companies to Work For. PSEG’s businesses include Public Service Electric and Gas Co. (PSE&G), PSEG Power and PSEG Long Island (https://corporate.pseg.com).

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