Jim Van Valkenburgh Many believe that using wood fuels to heat buildings in northern New England is sustainable and positive, but this has generated some controversy. Well-meaning, environmentally-aware citizens passionately say that all living trees should remain standing, and that … Continue reading →
George Harvey All we need to make solar and wind power more reliable, steadier, cheaper, and generally superior to gas, coal, and other traditional power sources is a way to store energy. We could wish that such a thing existed, … Continue reading →
Joseph Clark Geothermal energy is having a major moment in Toronto. A decade ago, less than 1% of new homes used it. This year, it’s nearly 30%, all thanks to a simple financial flip, the Toronto Star reported. This breakthrough solves … Continue reading →
From individual homes to community thermal energy networks Joe Parsons Most people still meet geothermal one house at a time. A homeowner hears that a ground source heat pump can lower bills, cut emissions, and make the house more comfortable, … Continue reading →
Low-income residents on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard who participated in a home electrification pilot program saw their utility bills drop by more than half. Sarah Shemkus A home electrification and solar pilot program for lower-income Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard residents … Continue reading →
Inside a New Demand Response Program That Puts You in Control Rebecca Armour, Adler Garner, and Seth Hoedl On the hottest days of summer and coldest days of winter, New England’s electric grid faces a challenge: energy demand–and price–surges, the … Continue reading →
Manufacturers and Vendors Can Now Apply to Qualify and Demonstrate Packaged Window Heat Pumps in Multifamily Buildings Across the State New Statewide Program Builds on the Clean Heat for All Pilot to Benefit More New Yorkers . Governor Kathy Hochul … Continue reading →
Martin Wahl New York’s legislature passed S8417/A8888, a bill repealing the rule that utilities must provide natural gas hookups at no cost to customers for properties within 100 feet of an existing gas main. Customers, who originally had to pay … Continue reading →
Advocates call for smarter electricity pricing and targeted customer education to support electrification and affordability. A coalition of leading advocacy groups—Rewiring America, Environmental Defense Fund, and Alliance for a Green Economy—recently unveiled a proposal to improve energy affordability and access … Continue reading →
Homeowners must install geothermal heat pump systems by December 31, 2025 to qualify for a 30% federal income tax credit Joe Parsons, “GEO JOE” Homeowners considering a residential geothermal heat pump installation should be aware that the federal Section 25D … Continue reading →