by MSH | Jan 5, 2015 | Energy Efficiency, Net Zero, Passive Solar Heating, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy
The term “Zero Net Energy” (ZNE) is new to many. Generally, it applies to homes which produce all (or more!) of the energy that they consume on an annual basis. Consider that residential energy usage accounts for approximately 21% of our nation’s energy use. ZNE...
by MSH | Nov 5, 2014 | Energy Efficiency
By now I hope you’ve buttoned up your home and dealt w/ your fuel supply for this winter. Don’t be angry if you pre-bought your oil, the drop in oil prices surprised most of the experts too. But don’t get too used to oil under $80/barrel; it’s been above $90 for years...
by MSH | Mar 5, 2014 | Community Solar, Energy Efficiency, Solar Energy, Sustainability
We are experiencing a desperately needed renaissance in energy production in our country. We have seen a dramatic acceleration of shale gas and oil production while the price of solar energy has fallen by over 40 % in the last few years. The shale gas bonanza and...
by MSH | Nov 15, 2013 | Energy Efficiency, Sustainability
Based on a survey of participating 10% Challenge members last fall, the Monadnock Sustainability Network (MSN), in collaboration with the City of Keene, is unveiling the Business Energy Efficiency Rally (BEER). The new initiative will focus on showcasing success...
by MSH | Nov 12, 2013 | Climate Change, Sustainability
What an exciting summer it was (and for many reasons)! Most of my work tends to take place in forests. However, I was fortunate to work in a variety of open areas in southeastern Vermont along the Appalachian Trail (AT) and throughout the Monadnock Region. This...
