Energy Efficiency in Springfield, Vermont

On August 17, 2009, the Springfield Selectboard appointed John Pugh and Mary Ann Remolador as the Town Energy Coordinators.  The Coordinators lead the Energy Support Group that is made up of volunteers interested in supporting energy efficiency in the Town. The role of the Coordinators is to increase efficiency by working on the energy goals set forth in the Town Plan.

The Coordinators' first tasks are to conduct an energy inventory (expenditures on electricity, heating, and water) of all town-owned properties and to develop a Town Energy webpage.  The Group meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at the Springfield Police Station Meeting Room. The meetings are open to the public.

Seeking Volunteers for Energy Support Group

Requirements:

· Have interest in volunteering your time to work on energy efficiency issues for the Town.

· Have interest in volunteering your time to work on energy efficiency issues for the Town, and have grant research and writing skills.

Contact Mary Ann Remolador maryannremolador@yahoo.com

Energy Coordinators

John Pugh

Mary Ann Remolador

Energy Support Group Members

Mark Grable

Chuck Gregory

Heather Mason

Hallie Whitcomb

Energy Efficiency Web Links

· Efficiency Vermont, Vermont's efficiency utility and resource for energy savings at home and at work, as well as rebates offered for new Energy Star appliances.

· If you are thinking of purchasing a product that plugs in or burns fuel, take a moment to check out the Energy Star website. It provides information on consumer electronics and appliances that cost less to operate and save you money year after year, as well as information on energy efficiency tax credits.

· Home Energy Saver - website sponsored by US Department of Energy (USDOE), the US Environmental Protection Agency, and the Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing, offers users an interactive tool for exploring the best ways to save energy and provides resources to help make it happen.

· USDOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy website offers a wealth of resources for consumers. Find helpful information for Energy Saving Tips, insulation, heating and cooling.

· Vermont Gas Systems Efficiency Program Whether you’re building a new home, trying to save energy in an existing home, or installing a new furnace, boiler, or hot water heater, Vermont Gas has efficiency experts on staff and three distinct “HomeBase” energy efficiency programs to help you make the best decisions for your specific situation.