Vermont topped the list of a recent WalletHub survey as the most energy efficient state in the U.S., reported the National Mortgage Professional (NMP) yesterday.
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NPR spotlights Vermont nonprofit's successful weatherization program
Our friend Ludy Biddle of Neighborworks of Western Vermont was interviewed by NPR's Nina Keck last week about their successful weatherization loan program.
Two Vermont organizations recognized as national Green Building Standards Partners of Excellence
Snyder Homes of Shelburne and Vermont Energy Investment Corporation of Burlington were recognized as National Green Building Standards Partners of Excellence last week.
The awards were made by Maryland-based Home Innovation Research Labs for outstanding contributions by organizations to advancing green building in their communities and commitment to voluntary, market-driven, third-party certification of high-performance homes.
Vermont Residential and Commercial Energy Code under revision
The Vermont Department of Public Service is currently in the process of working with stakeholders to update the Vermont Residential and Commercial Energy Code. An updated version of the proposed Code will be made available soon.
There will be a public meeting held in September with an additional comment period of three weeks for those who wish to provide further input into the process based upon the revised draft.
Smart financing promotes smart energy use in Vermont
Residential energy efficiency projects are underway around the state as a result of $6.5 million allocated last year by the Vermont legislature to create lending opportunities that encourage smart energy use. State Treasurer Beth Pearce announced today the significant progress made during the early months of the Vermont Clean Energy Loan Fund signed into law last June which made these initiatives possi
Efficiency Vermont launches community partnership grants
Efficiency Vermont has launched a new grant program for non-profit organizations that serve low-income Vermonters. The Community Energy Partnership Grant Program will enable to Vermont non-profits to provide energy saving products and assistance to their clients, in addition to the many other services they offer.