Bundle up- we’re in for a cold one! Have you heard the news from the 2017 Farmers’ Almanac? "While last winter was a reprieve from shoveling and high fuel bills,” says the Farmers’ Almanac, “the party is over." "Last year's El Niño produced warmer than normal weather, extremely warmer," said...
HEAT Squad expanding to Hazard, Kentucky!
HEAT Squad expanding to Hazard, Kentucky The HEAT Squad, affordable energy efficiency program, expands to Hazard, Kentucky! The Housing Development Alliance, Inc. of Hazard, Kentucky, with the help of its umbrella organization, FAHE, a non-profit NeighborWorks Organization dedicated to eliminating persistent poverty in Appalachia, will launch the first satellite HEAT...
AmeriCorps Energy Efficiency Job Opportunity in Rutland, Vermont!
HEAT Squad Community Engagement Specialist Full-time, one- year position. HEAT Squad is looking for an outreach person/educator passionate about changing the energy paradigm in the state and educating home and business owners about energy efficiency. Applicants should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be excellent writers. Knowledge of the...
Why Does Your Home Need A Comprehensive Energy Plan?
Your House Is A System, Treat It That Way When you think about home improvements that can save you energy or increase the health and safety of your home.... It is important to understand that a house functions as a system, with many parts working together that affect the comfort,...
Energy Audits for Home Health and Safety
How can an energy audit improve home health and safety? Performing an energy audit on your home has benefits beyond saving money on your heating and cooling bills. An auditor will not only examine your home to find out where you are losing heat and wasting energy, but they will...
Cold Climate Heat Pumps: The Right Choice for Your Home?
If you’re interested in lowering your heating bills and living more comfortably year-round, you may have considered changing your heating source. What about cold climate heat pumps? Is one right for your home? When you live in a cold climate zone like Vermont, staying comfortable during winter without spending a...
Aging in Place: Ideas and Insight for Safety and Comfort
Aging in Place is becoming more desirable and more possible. Aging in Place - Boomers, this one’s for you! With the baby boomer generation reaching retirement and beyond, aging in place is becoming more popular among seniors. It simply means staying in your own home or living space rather than moving...