How to be a Local Climate Leader
The United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change recently released a 2021 Report detailing what science currently tells us about…
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These Graduates Dream Green
Some June graduates envision college or careers. The 18 Upper Valley residents who graduated on June 16 from the Climate Change Leadership…
504 Single Family Home Repair
Overview The 504 Single Family Home Repair Program or the 504 Program for short, gives low-income homeowners in Vermont and…
Town Energy Committees
Town Energy Committees bring together people who want to make a difference in matters of energy and climate. Upper Valley…
Green Home Sellers Guide
Your energy-efficient home is different. Help prospective buyers see why. Boast Worthy Green Features ✔ Solar power or solar hot…
Green Realtors
Any real estate agent can help you use the Green Homebuyer Guide Share the Green Home Buyer Guide with your…
Green Homebuyer Guide
Fact #1 Energy will likely be your second highest cost of home ownership, after your mortgage, taxes, and insurance. Fact…
Questions to Ask Before Signing a Weatherization Contract
Reviewing Your Contract and Final Work Scope After you go back and forth with your contractor to settle on a final work scope, ask for…
What to Expect from Your Energy Audit Report
Important Notes for Reviewing your Report Your energy audit report should include a comprehensive list of recommendations for making your home more energy efficient. Many…
What to Expect During Your Energy Audit
Length Typically 3-4 hours. You will learn a lot from your contractor if you are at home during your energy audit.…
Tips for Selecting a Contractor
All Vermonters are eligible for Efficiency Vermont weatherization rebates. Efficiency Vermont requires you to hire your own contractor from their…
Local Energy Success Stories
Each year, Vital Communities hosts events featuring stories from our region’s town energy committees and other volunteer groups working to…