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New Definition Will Help Nation Achieve Clean Energy and Climate Goals

U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

On June 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building (energy.gov)to advance public and private sector efforts to decarbonize the buildings sector, which is responsible for more than one-third of total U.S. greenhouse gas […]

Exeter, New Hampshire’s YMCA Takes Steps to Slash Energy Use

The Exeter, NH area YMCA (Unitil)

Unitil

The Exeter Area YMCA in New Hampshire has made the switch to LED lighting and installed HVAC fan motor controls in an effort to reduce electricity usage and lower costs.

Unitil worked closely on the project with representatives from the Southern District YMCA, […]

Li Ling Young of Efficiency Vermont and VEIC

Li Ling, lead engineering consultant at VEIC, is awarded the RESNET Recognition of Women Pioneer in the HERS Industry award. (Courtesy photos)

Interview by Janis Petzel, MD

G.E.T.: Congratulations on your award. Please tell us about your work.

Li Ling Young: I’m a Lead Engineering Consultant with VEIC, the parent […]

EPA Reminds New Englanders to Use Free Air Quality Monitoring Tools this Summer

With the onset of warmer weather, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urges New Englanders to be aware of the increased risk of ground-level ozone (often referred to as smog) and fine particle air pollution, especially when combined, and to take precautions when air quality levels are predicted to be hazardous. EPA and the New England […]

Contractor Spotlight: New Frameworks

New Frameworks’ Building Performance team ensure the heat pump and ductwork are properly insulated. (Courtesy photo)

Interview with Jacob Deva Racusin, Director of Building Science and Sustainability

G.E.T. Staff

How did you get started in this industry?

Jacob Deva Racusin: New Frameworks began as a natural building company in […]

NHSaves Button Up Workshops 2024

Would your town, business or organization in New Hampshire be interested in putting on a NHSaves Button Up workshop? This is a 1 1⁄2 hour presentation about improving the energy efficiency of your home. It covers energy saving tips and NHSaves energy efficiency programs. Learn about saving electricity, insulation and air sealing, energy audits and […]

Protecting Affordable Housing While Lowering Energy Bills

Multi-unit apartment house in Burlington, VT (Don Shall/Flickr)

ACEEE

ACEEE’s Energy Equity for Renters initiative is providing ten local governments and community-based organizations with no-cost technical assistance to improve energy efficiency in rental homes while also preserving or expanding affordable housing.

Energy Equity for Renters will work with these […]

Cold Cash: Energy Efficiency Pays Off for Patch’s Market

Ron Patch, owner of Patch’s Market & Deli. (NHEC)

New Hampshire Electric Co-op

Ron Patch knows all about the cost of doing business these days. As the owner of Patch’s Market & Deli in Glen, NH, he’s seen his costs go up on everything from the gas at the pumps to […]

EPA and DOE Name NHSaves® Utility Partners a 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award Winner

Utility partners nationally recognized for Sustained Excellence for their New Home Construction program for 11th consecutive year

The NHSaves utility partners Eversource, Liberty, New Hampshire Electric Cooperative and Unitil are proud to receive the 2024 Partner of the Year Award for Sustained Excellence – from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the […]

Contractor Spotlight: Sisler Builders Energy Division

Members of Sisler’s Energy Division crew are (lt to rt): Chuck, Lou, Kerson, and Mike D’Muhala. (Courtesy photos)

Contractor Spotlight: Sisler Builders, Energy Division

Interview with Mike D’Muhala, Energy Division Manager, Stowe, VT

G.E.T. Staff

G.E.T.: How and when did you get started in this industry?

Mike D’Muhala: […]