Green Energy Times

When homes use less energy (especially in Maine which relies on home heating oil) they use less fossil fuels, so they emit less greenhouse gases.

Source: Clean Technica (http://s.tt/12v8R)

Cut your Energy Bills! Buildings are one of the two biggest offenders adding to the already too high CO2 levels in our atmosphere. Financial assistance is available through many programs. Read on!

The newest issue of Green Energy Times (G.E.T.) – October 15, 2011 is available on-line and in a town near you this week!

Make your plans to attend REV’s 10th Anniversary Renewable Energy Conference and Expo, coming up on October 11 & 12, 2011. This is a great opportunity for homeowners, businesses and others interested in learning more about renewable energy to get a solid introduction to the various technologies and financing tools available to help people go green.

NH Incentives

Federal money from these grants will fund projects that focus on grass pellet heating systems, new nutrient management strategies, and innovative greenhouse designs.

New England Feed-in Tarriff Target Comparison: Vermont leads…Rhode island.
If developed solely with wind energy, the 40 MW target could produce nearly 80 million kWh per year, or a little more than 1% of the state’s consumption…

To take advantage of tax credits for most home energy efficiency projects, do the work in 2011. By Dan Shapley For the past several years, the federal government has, as part of its economic stimulus spending, offered income tax credits for home improvement projects that improve energy efficiency. While the tax credits available in 2011 [...]

It is believed that while the NH House has a veto-proof majority supporting repeal, the NH Senate does not have the votes to overturn. A bill to repeal NH’s participation in RGGI has already been filed for the next legislative session.

Growing Local Fest – June 16, 2011: Post Oil Solutions;Music; Workshops; Composting; Energy Efficiency & Green Incentives; Keeping Chickens; So You Think You Want Solar PV or Hot Water; Community Radio; Wild Foods of VT; Demonstrations; Kids Activities; Market Place.. and much more! by BALE