The Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) is inviting community leaders, volunteers, and partners committed to Vermont to join their inaugural “Community Social” June 13 at the Lake Bomoseen Lodge & Taproom. The event will include a short speaking program with updates on VCRD initiatives and issues vital to towns across Vermont, as well as […]
The Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) is thrilled to announce the 2023 Vermont Community Leadership Summit! Nothing gets done in Vermont communities without the people who put themselves on the line for their town and for the issues they care about. The summit will bring together these dedicated community builders from across the State, […]
Riding mowers, push mowers, blowers, trimmers, and chain saws will be available for hands-on demonstrations! Stop in and try out equipment from MeanGreen, Gravely, GreenWorks, EGO Power+, and TORO. Learn about Green Mountain Power incentives as well as VT cities and organizations that have transitioned to all-electric equipment. Free food and beverages - lunch will […]
Discover how local initiatives can address environmental challenges, advocate for underprivileged communities, and work towards a more inclusive and environmentally responsible Vermont. This webinar offers a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaborative solutions to create a greener and fairer future for all Vermonters. We will hear from Karla Raimundi, Agency of Natural Resources Director of […]
How much carbon dioxide do our vehicles actually emit? Is insulation or air sealing more effective weatherization? How does electrifying our homes help fight climate change? How does our electric grid work, anyway? On Wednesday February 14th at Noon the Vermont Energy Education Program (VEEP) has hands-on workshops to help you answer these questions and […]
On Wednesday February 28th at Noon learn about the non-profit that brings community volunteers of all socio-economic situations together to improve the warmth and comfort of interior spaces while lowering heating costs and reducing CO2 emissions. This webinar will share the history of this small but mighty organization as well as the impact and success […]
Several Vermont energy committees are exploring how they can bring Thermal Energy Networks to their towns, using geothermal and waste heat to provide clean heating and cooling. This webinar on Wednesday March 13th at Noon shares the experiences and approaches of Vermonters already working to develop Thermal Energy Networks. We’ll hear how energy committees and […]
Want to support your community in learning more about heat pumps and their home's heating and cooling needs? On Wednesday January 31st at Noon Efficiency Vermont experts will review the different types of heat pumps available and what homeowners should consider when upgrading to a heat pump. We will also share resources for promoting and […]
VEEP Community Workshops Webinar How much carbon dioxide do our vehicles actually emit? Is insulation or air sealing more effective for weatherization? How does electrifying our homes help fight climate change? How does our electric grid work, anyway? The Vermont Energy Education Program (VEEP) has hands-on workshops to help you answer these questions and more. […]
VECAN Winter Webinar: WindowDressers: A Low Cost Weatherization Option On Wednesday February 28th at Noon learn about the non-profit that brings community volunteers of all socio-economic situations together to improve the warmth and comfort of interior spaces while lowering heating costs and reducing CO2 emissions. This webinar will share the history of this small but […]
Winter Webinar: How to Develop a Thermal Energy Network Several Vermont energy committees are exploring how they can bring Thermal Energy Networks to their towns, using geothermal and waste heat to provide clean heating and cooling. This webinar on Wednesday March 13th at Noon shares the experiences and approaches of Vermonters already working to develop […]
Join VECAN and Energy Action Network on March 15th at Noon to get an introduction to two new interactive dashboards, one for local energy progress tracking and one for statewide GHG emissions tracking. These data tools visualize local progress toward adoption of key decarbonization measures. The Vermont Energy Dashboard tracks uptake of four high-impact measures […]
