Green Energy

Major victory for ilovemountains.org!

The EPA has suspended permits for mountaintop removal coal mining operations until it can evaluate their impact on our nation's streams and wetlands. It's a major first step towards ending mountaintop removal and creating a new and green economy in Appalachia. Congrats to ilovemountains!

Explore the true cost of coal. Visit http://www.ilovemountains.org

Solar Evening

Thanks to Fred Paris for an inspiring, uplifting and informative talk on practical alternative energy!

March 2009

Join solar installation expert Fred Paris for a talk on solar possibilities for the home. Fred will offer an introduction to solar photovoltaic and small wind turbine energy systems. With a focus on both residential and commercial buildings, this session will help those considering renewable energy for their home or business or for those considering a career in renewable energy. The session will cover technology, rebates and tax incentives, and project management.Talk begins at 7pm. Suggested donation $3 members/ $5 nonmembers.

Fred's most recent projects include the photovoltaic system at Sacred Heart High School, and a unique 5000-watt pole-mounted residential system.

New Englanders Change the World by Changing Their Lights

Feature Article from EPA New England's Greenbytes
By Robert W. Varney

You can joke about how many people it takes to change a light bulb, but here in New England we take this job seriously. In fact, New Englanders have pledged to change more light bulbs to energy efficient lighting than any other region in the nation. And by doing this we have saved money, protected the environment and conserved energy.

In Each Season, Every New England Home Can Save Energy and Money

Feature Article from EPA New England's Greenbytes
By Robert W. Varney

While everyone who drives a car is keenly aware of higher fuel costs, sometimes it is easy to overlook the rising energy costs to power our homes. Rising gasoline costs reflect a growing price for all energy - electricity, natural gas, fuel oil and propane are up by 20 to more than 30 percent - which has dramatic implications for running our households.