An Economy Strengthening Strategic Energy eXchange It’s time for Vermont to take bold action for our environment and economy. To Vermont elected officials Dependence on imported fossil fuels drains money out of Vermont and keeps us from doing our part to tackle global warming. There is a new plan to put a gradually rising price on […]
How to get a comprehensive energy plan for your home
Learn what’s in an energy plan and how and why you should get one I shot this video in June of of 2016. There may be parts that aren’t current. Contact Efficiency Vermont to get all the latest details on the process, timing, and discount offers.
Bernie Sanders & Elizabeth Warren Speak In Boston
Political rally draws thousands Sponsored by Bernie’s “Our Revolution” campaign Calling for $15 minimum wage, paid family medical leave, criminal justice reform, immigrants rights, wage inequality, and much more. They believe the Democrats offer no opposition, they can do any damn thing they want to do. Well, our job is to start providing that opposition,” […]
Make energy and save energy
Learn ways to save energy and money Save with popular energy saving equipment like solar power, heat pumps, efficient hot water heaters, and weatherization Experts from Efficiency Vermont and SunCommon will be presenting on ways to save more by switching over to these more efficient technologies. Its easier than you think to power more of […]
Green Mountain Power shares the value of heat pumps
Got Thrift Hacks? Share your hacks on Facebook and Twitter using #VTfrugal Montpelier, VT – Green Mountain Power has launched a new outreach campaign to raise awareness of the value of heat pumps to make homes more efficient and comfortable, especially with winter upon us. If you’re like many Vermonters and value the thriftiness and frugality […]
How to get a comprehensive energy plan for your home
Recorded live Join this workshop on the Comprehensive Efficiency Approach for Your Home streaming live from the Montshire Museum Community Room, One Montshire Road, Norwich, VT on Tuesday, June 7, at 6:30 PM Looking for your home Comprehensive Energy Plan? Learn the best way to invest in the comfort, health, and long-term energy affordability of your buildings […]
Rick Wackernagel Commentary: What if? A look back at Vermont’s carbon tax
A time-traveler speculates on how Vermont might have successfully implemented a tax on fossil fuels, back in 2016 This commentary is by Rick Wackernagel. Rick is a member and facilitator of the Carbon-tax Working Group at the Burlington Node of 350 Vermont. It’s December 2026; snow now covers the ground. That’s right: 2026. I’m filling […]
Sustainable Woodstock Weatherization Forum
Federal, state and local programs that incentivize more efficient housing The event was chaired by Chris Miller with presentations by Haley Pero from Senator Bernie Sander’s office, George Twigg from Congressman Peter Welch’s office, Kelly Lucci and Matt Kilcoyne from Efficiency Vermont, and Harald Schmitke from Southeastern Vermont Community Action Group(SEVCA). Certified Home Energy auditors and contractors were available […]
Cold Climate Heat Pump Workshop
Did you know you can use cold air to heat your home? One way to explain how? “It’s magic!” Another way to understand is to join the cold climate heat pump workshop Join me for this cold climate heat pump workshop and find out how this system is working for lots of Vermonters. Come, in person, or watch the […]
Green Mountain Power Hosts 3rd Open House at Rutland Energy Innovation Center
For immediate release: April 23, 2015 Learn about Heat Pumps, eHomes, and more Rutland, VT – Green Mountain Power is pleased to invite customers to an open house at its Energy Innovation Center (EIC) in Downtown Rutland (see map) on Saturday, May 2, 2015 beginning at 9:00 a.m. Come and learn about GMP’s exciting line of comprehensive energy efficient products and […]
Vermont’s NeighborWorks receives $1.5 million affordable housing grant
Leahy, Sanders, and Welch Announce $1.5 million grants to revitalize Vermont communities Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vermont), Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) and Representative Peter Welch (D-Vermont) Wednesday announced $1.5 million in grants to revitalize communities and support access to affordable housing across Vermont. The announcement marks the first round of 2015 federal grants awarded by NeighborWorks […]
Do you live in a radon-free zone?
How to know if your home has radon Many states provide free radon test kits Vermonters – get your free kit here What is radon? Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. Radon has no color, odor or taste and results from the decay of uranium, which is a radioactive element found naturally in the […]
