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Tips, insights, and stories to help Vermonters spend less money on energy bills.
If you’ve thought of weatherizing your home in the past but got discouraged by the cost, now is the time to explore the possibilities. Insulating and air sealing your home saves money, makes you more comfortable in the winter and the summer, and even improves health in your home.
As the retail cannabis market opens in Vermont, Efficiency Vermont can help farmers and growers save energy and money in their operations.
Pompanoosuc Mills recently became the latest business to go 100% LED in their East Thetford showroom. The lighting upgrade is saving them $30,000 each year and helps create a warm, inviting atmosphere to show off their product.
Efficiency Vermont manages the Efficiency Excellence Network (EEN), a network of efficiency trade professionals like contractors, retailers, and other local businesses. Learn more about the EEN in this interview with the EEN Program Manager.
Insulation materials have different carbon impacts. Efficiency Vermont Manager of Engineering, Brian Just, discusses the difference and how to make sure your next project has a lower carbon footprint.
Each year Efficiency Vermont targets efforts in communities across the state. This year we’re focused on serving vulnerable communities in Winooski and Brattleboro.
Should you lease or buy an electric vehicle? This guide breaks down the difference and helps decide which decision will work for you.
The latest research and advice from EV experts that answers questions about the environmental benefit of electric vehicle batteries.
You can use energy efficiency to offset the cost of high gas and fuel costs and maintain stable energy expenses into the future.
Great advice from an expert on how to make your home more comfortable and more affordable. By weatherizing our homes and, where it makes financial sense, investing in a heat pump. Vermonters can save money and help fight climate change at the same time.
Learn how to dry out your wet basement by diverting water runoff, fixing leaks, eliminating condensation, and covering damp floors.
There are lots of steps you can take to make your home warmer during the winter. Try these DIY projects to stop wasting heat and start feeling more comfortable.
How can we grow our weatherization workforce that is hard at work helping Vermonters stay warm in their homes?
A Barre couple learned more about their home during a Virtual Home Energy Visit. Today, they’re happily staying cool all summer with a heat pump.
Don’t let yourself resort to these tactics to stay warm this winter – energy efficiency can help keep you comfortable and save money.
You’re ready to get an EV, but you’re still stuck. Should you get an all-electric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle? This guide breaks down the difference and helps decide which EV is right for you.
Even though you may not be able to travel this fall, there are still so many ways you can enjoy the fall right here in Vermont. Did you know that some of your favorite fall activities are also related to energy efficiency?
Three Vermonters share their stories of improving their comfort and saving energy in summer and winter by installing heat pumps.
Efficiency Vermont recently adopted a plan to expand access to energy efficiency services to all Vermonters. Efficiency Vermont’s DEI goals learn from national and regional efforts on diversity, equity, and inclusion in energy efficiency.
Will your efficiency improvements mean an increase of your resale value?
Many electric car buyers have questions about charging their new car. This guide covers how to charge your electric car at home, at work, or at a public charging station.
This guide addresses some of the common myths or concerns about driving an EV in Vermont. Answer your questions about electric vehicles so that you can feel confident that you’re making an informed choice.
Commercial refrigeration found in supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants and other food service businesses uses a lot of energy. Learn how to save on commercial refrigeration expenses by preventing refrigerant leaks and performing basic maintenance.
Case studies of four Vermont large commercial buildings that optimized their HVAC building control to get energy savings.
When the summer weather heats up, turning on the air-conditioner means spending more on energy bills. This guide has nine ways for you to cool your home and minimize your use of air conditioning.
Thanks to new, efficient heating technologies, a cleaner electric grid, and a deeper understanding of building science, Vermont is poised to make outdated heating equipment that burns harmful fossil fuels obsolete. This low-carbon energy system of the future isn’t as far off as you may think, and Vermont’s utilities are working together to make the future now.
Advanced lighting controls can save commercial buildings a lot of energy and come with a lot of benefits for occupants.
In 2020, Efficiency Vermont launched limited-time offers to help human service non-profits serve more Vermonters during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Chester Andover Family Center & Food Shelf was one organization that benefited.
Efficiency Vermont was recognized as an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence for our work to help low- and moderate-income Vermonters weather the pandemic.
This guide provides quick fixes and long term solutions to make your home healthier and your household happier.
After COVID-19 working from home may become a permanent situation for many. These energy saving practices can start you on a path to lower energy use and a more productive work environment for years to come.
More moderate-income families have recently weatherized their homes. How does Efficiency Vermont and the state's network of weatherization providers help more Vermonters benefit from weatherization?
Benefits of weatherization include improving the comfort of your home and saving money on your fuel bills. This How To helps you figure out how to get started on your weatherization project.
Vermont’s ski industry’s investment in energy efficiency has helped make them more resilient in the face of a pandemic. Learn how efficiency can help these iconic destinations stay resilient.
When a couple took over ownership of the Readsboro Inn, a global pandemic wasn’t in their plans. Thanks to their community, they stayed open and this summer made an efficiency investment that will help them serve the community even better.
An energy efficient solution helped King Arthur Flour keep the kitchens cooler all year round, saving energy and money.
In a time of uncertainty, Efficiency Vermont is focused on helping Vermonters be more resilient, adapting to changing times, and ensuring energy savings are accessible to all Vermonters at the lowest possible cost.
Having an impact on greenhouse gas emissions might seem daunting. But there are things you can do around your own home to reduce your carbon footprint.
2020 has required resilience from businesses and Vermonters alike. Learn how Burke Mountain, Landmark College, Gifford Hospital, and Commonwealth Dairy have found that energy efficiency and resilience go hand in hand.
Landmark College found that an efficiency project cut one building’s energy use in half – without installing any new equipment.
Choosing gifts that help you use less energy while delivering comfort, convenience, and some of the latest cool gadgets is a no-brainer. Here are our picks for the latest green gifts this holiday season.
How one Wardsboro couple upgraded from a dusty, drafty attic to a new home office thanks to a weatherization project.
Governor Scott recenty signed S.337 - the Energy Efficiency Modernization Act. This bill will allow Efficiency Vermont to do more to help Vermonters reduce their energy burden.
Watch this video for professional tips on air-sealing and insulating your basement. Locate common problem areas and learn how to seal them. In addition, explore the types of insulation that work best in a basement.
Watch this video for professional tips on air-sealing your home. Locate common problem areas and learn how to seal them.
You might be surprised by some of the ways a heat pump works differently than a boiler or furnace. If you want to minimize your energy use and maximize your comfort, here’s a few tips on what not to do.
A home energy monitor may be able to help you find energy hogs in your home.
Several families share their stories of how weatherization helped them save money and feel more comfortable in their homes.
Renters can reduce their energy use and save money with a few simple, low-cost actions.
By reducing electricity usage during summer peak demand periods everyone saves money
Encountering hazardous materials during a home renovation is extremely common. Learn to identify, assess, and remediate these issues so they don't pose problems down the road.
Net zero is the balance between the power a home needs and the renewable energy you can generate to match the need. With new heating technology and lower-cost renewable energy systems, any home can get to net zero.
Try these lighting tips to help manage your energy use during the long nights in fall and winter.
There are a few easy step you can take to lower your electric bill each month.
Energy use is an important consideration when shopping for a home
Button Up Vermont 2020 campaign launches to support Vermonters who want to weatherize their homes.
An interview with energy and gardening experts on starting seeds indoors efficiently and effectively.
In the wake of the economic shutdown caused by COVID-19, Efficiency Vermont is supporting farms across Vermont with efficiency solutions to help them save money and increase revenues. In particular, Efficiency Vermont is helping small and medium dairy farmers install systems that cool milk faster, increasing the quality and revenue from the milk for farmers.
When you use electricity is becoming increasingly important both financially and environmentally. Learn more about why timing matters and what you can do to shift your energy usage throughout the day.
Is Black Flannel Brewery the most energy efficient brewery in Vermont?
Cabot and its parent company, Agri-mark, know that both excellent cheddar cheese and energy efficiency take time and commitment.
How to save energy and money at your small business.
As we enter a new phase in our response to the COVID-19 crisis and begin to turn our focus to our economic recovery, Efficiency Vermont is helping stimulate economic activity through investing in energy efficiency improvements.
What makes your home and appliances smart? Can smart homes help save energy? Answer these and more about this growing technology.
We compiled our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get at Home Shows and other events around the state.
Many people are turning to smart technologies to save energy. Use this guide to get started.
Try these fun and educational activities, games, and songs with your kids to learn more about energy efficiency and clean energy.
Stowe High School reduced their electric energy use by more than 25%. Electric savings of about 150,900kWh will be save the school $16,500 a year.
Vermonters are looking toward energy efficiency to improve their homes.
A new heat pump allows a community food shelf to keep cool and serve hungry community members efficiently.
When Karen and David first got an energy audit five years ago, they had no idea they were setting out on the path to a net zero home.
Get the facts on what to look for when buying a water heater. Explore the top water heater types and learn more about each type of water heater.
Energy efficiency is one of the most affordable tools we have to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save Vermonters money.
Efficiency Vermont works directly with communities across the state to help residents and businesses benefit from energy efficiency.
New technology can help reduce energy waste and greenhouse gas emissions from refrigeration – a major source of emissions in Vermont.
Compare facts on some of the most popular choices for home heating systems, including boilers, furnaces, wood stoves, and heat pumps.
The changing energy landscape creates new opportunities for energy efficiency to help Vermonters save more than ever before.
A heat pump helps you to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home year-round while using less energy than many other heating and cooling systems.
The Publyk House is a favorite restaurant in Southern Vermont. Now it’s efficiency upgrades are making it more sustainable.
Understanding energy burden can shed light on the impact of energy expenses on families and how efficiency can help lower those costs.
Adding storm windows is far more affordable than replacing the windows if you're experiencing drafts or air leaks from aging windows.
With a smart thermostat, you can make the most of your heating and cooling systems without wasting money or energy.
Get the facts on the basic types of home insulation, where they are used, and why.
Going solar, weatherizing your home, and moving away from systems that use fossil fuel can reduce your energy bill. This guide provides recommendations to optimize your investments in clean energy.
Electric cars can save you money on fuel and reduce your carbon footprint. More Vermonters are plugging in, but there’s a few things to consider before you make the switch. Below, we answer your most frequently asked questions.
New legislation will help more Vermonters than ever before weatherize, save energy and feel more comfortable in their homes.
Vermont utilities work together to provide energy savings and thought leadership on emerging flexible load management strategies for large energy users.
Heat pumps aren't just for heating - they can help you stay cool and comfortable all summer long too.
Growing cannabis is an energy intensive process. Energy efficiency can help save producers money and keep these businesses growing.
Energy efficiency can help Vermont meet its clean energy goals
In 2019, we launched a new program to help some of the state’s biggest energy users save ever more throughout their facilities.
Efficiency Vermont researches air to water heat pump technology, seeks to transform marketplace
If you're planning to replace a home heating solution, a wood pellet heating system offers some unique benefits worth considering.
Air sealing is one of the least expensive and most cost-effective actions you can take to improve the comfort and energy-efficiency of your home or small business.
Winters in Vermont are long and cold, and heating bills can be a strain on your budget. Get ready for winter, lower your monthly bills, and increase the comfort of your living or work space.
Efficiency Vermont employees spent a day volunteering to help vulnerable Vermonters weatherize their homes.
The Emersons warmed up their Hardwick home and gave themselves the gift of time with an advanced wood heat system.
New refrigeration systems can help reduce significant greenhouse gas emissions, making a big impact on our state’s pollution.
By partnering with Efficiency Vermont on several projects, Blue Seal made a big dent in two of its biggest expenses: power and fuel.
Tackling the three biggest energy users can help you start saving at your business today. Here are three low-risk, high-reward projects that will get you off and running.
Use this handy tool to find out how much you can save by switching to ENERGY STAR LED lighting.
Several great local breweries joined together to compare notes on how energy efficiency could help them keep costs down and flavors up.
A businessperson’s guide to financing energy improvements that save you money from day one.
Sugaring is a key part of the Vermont economy, but it uses a lot of fuel. Here’s one example of how energy efficiency can help.
Windows in disrepair often look worse than they are. Start with easy updates—add weather-stripping and window locks, hang energy-efficient window treatments, and install storm windows.
Vermonters save money when they save electricity through efficiency. But electric efficiency helps support heating efficiency in VT too.
Wondering whether VFDs are a good fit for your business? Learn more about how they can deliver maximum savings.
We partner with weatherization agencies, non-profits, and efficient home builders to better serve low- and moderate-income families.
Some families spend over 20% of their income on energy expenses – energy efficiency can help reduce costs for families who need it the most.
A local hard cider company found that lighting controls in their warehouse helped save money and make a better environment for employees.
A few popular locally-owned grocery and convenience stores turned to energy efficiency to keep the lights on and the beer cold.
Energy efficiency has helped local small businesses – from granite supply to hospitality – save money and serve their customers.
Watch this handy video on how to look for and install energy efficient LED lighting in your home.
Kelly and Rachel worked with Efficiency Vermont to transform their efficient and sustainable dream home into a reality they enjoy every day.
With this chart, you'll be able to see how quickly your energy bill can add up when you use appliances and lighting not manufactured with energy efficiency in mind.
Learn more about energy efficiency standards and how they can help keep costs down for all Vermonters when buying new appliances.
Efficiency Vermont and Jericho Settlers farm worked with partners to improve efficiency and make sure the farm could continue to grow their business.
Learn how an investment in energy efficient lighting can reduce your monthly bill and improve the space in your small business. The infographic below provides a real example of the savings your small business could be missing out on.
This handy calculator can give you an estimate of how efficient your home is. You’ll need the square footage of your home and your energy bill (electric and heating).
Maple sugaring is a delicious but energy intensive process. Energy efficiency saves on fuel to help keep the syrup flowing for less.
Ben & Jerry’s, Keurig, and BlueCross BlueShield have found that efficiency helps them reduce operating costs and grow their businesses.
You’re ready to tighten up your home or business, but the project is beyond what you want to do on your own. Use this four-step guide as a checklist to help you find the right contractor.
Annual conference brings green energy workforce together, helps make Vermont more affordable, helps the economy
Orleans County installed energy efficiency upgrades in county buildings that are saving taxpayers thousands of dollars each year.
Communities across the state hosted a day of workshops, trainings, giveaways, and more for as part of the 2016 Button Up Vermont campaign.
A home energy management system can connect and manage all of your smart and connected home devices. It may also be able to save you energy.
In honor of Energy Efficiency Day 2016, we share some of the ways we celebrate energy efficiency in Vermont and how you can join in.
The growing craft beer industry in Vermont embraces the importance of energy efficiency to help reduce costs and keep making delicious beer.
Your best option for a high-quality, long lasting, energy saving bulb is to buy ENERGY STAR® certified LED bulbs. Use this guide to choose the right light bulb(s) for your home or small business.
A state-of-the-art brewery in Vermont upgrades their energy efficiency and saves $16,000 a year on energy costs.
Vermont’s historic downtowns offer a glimpse of the past and an opportunity for energy and cost savings to help with future growth.
Efficiency Vermont helps dairy processing industry save money and energy
Tackling the three biggest energy users can help you start saving at your auto dealership today. Here are three low-risk, high-reward projects that will get you off and running.
How Vemonters can work together make heating more affordable for low-income households
The next time you need a new lightbulb, make sure you’re buying an efficient LED bulb that will be sure to help you save energy and money.
Most homes in Vermont can be made more comfortable by properly air-sealing and adding insulation. This How To focuses on one of the most important areas of the home for weatherization: the attic.
Efficiency Vermont worked with the St. Albans community to save energy and avoid the need for expensive system upgrades.
A large business in Milton found that energy efficiency was a critical solution to bring costs down and boost their business.
Look at how energy efficiency can help save money for farmers and dairy producers to help get your creemee from the cow to your hand.
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