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Partnership delivers energy saving results

Last week Efficiency Vermont hosted the 20th Better Buildings by Design conference (BBD).

Each year Efficiency Vermont offers access to leading experts in the energy efficiency and building …

Lowering Vermont’s cost for energy efficiency savings

Did you know that an Energy Efficiency Charge (EEC) appears on your electricity bills? This charge supports projects to help reduce electricity usage for all Vermonters. In February of 2018, …

Energy Justice for All Vermonters

For decades, Gloria and Manville Powers put all of their energy, and financial resources, into their family. They raised seven children and nearly 400 foster children in their home in Glover. The …

New Leadership, Continued Commitment to Results

At the beginning of July I took on the role of Director of Efficiency Vermont. As is the case with any new job, there are challenges and learnings, and I’m incredibly lucky to be joining a team …

Keeping Vermont’s Efficiency Standards High

During the first five months of each year, Vermont legislators meet in Montpelier to introduce, debate and establish laws that govern our state.  The work that goes on in our capital is fast- …

Vermont Maple Sugar Makers Tap into the Cutting Edge of Energy Savings

Sugaring season is in full swing in Vermont. As local sugar makers begin tapping trees and firing up their evaporators, I start to think about all the energy that goes into keeping the sap flowing …

Better Buildings by Design 2017: Affordability, Jobs, and Innovation

Today marks the first day of Efficiency Vermont’s 16th Better Buildings by Design conference. This is one of my favorite events of the year because it brings together our partners from the …

A rock-solid partnership with a granite manufacturer

It seems simple, but it bears repeating: Keeping costs down helps Vermont businesses succeed, and energy is one of those costs. We can help business owners reduce that cost with energy efficiency …