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Monadnock Sustainability Roundtable: Community Collaboration for Climate

Virtual

Learn how municipalities, non-profits, youth-groups, and volunteers can find synergy through working together towards a more sustainable future.  Join us on the evening of Thursday, November 18th for the virtual Monadnock Sustainability Roundtable to discover what sustainability projects and opportunities are happening in the Monadnock region! This event will showcase some regional, community-lead projects tackling […]

En-ROADS Climate Solutions Workshop

Virtual

RSVP HERE! Explore solutions to avoiding rising temperatures with the EN-ROADS simulator from MIT. Most of us, along with the vast majority of world scientists know that the climate is threatened by greenhouse gases put into the air by human activity. We know there are a lot of potential actions that might be taken to […]

Unwrap the Future: Practical Advice to Reduce Plastic Pollution in our Communities

Virtual

Unwrap the Future: Practical Advice to Reduce Plastic Pollution in our Communities |A Panel Discussion to Launch the Ten Towns ● Ten Actions Toolkit Sponsored by New Hampshire NETWORK: Environment, Energy, Climate With help from League of Conservation Voters and Community Action Works Monday, February 7th 6:30 - 8 pm (Virtual Event) | SIGN UP […]

Free

Clean Energy Action in the Monadnock Region

Virtual

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. Calling all New Hampshire-based climate advocates and energy enthusiasts! Join the Monadnock Sustainability Hub (MSH), a local non-profit focused on strengthening the sustainability and resilience of the Monadnock Region, to discover local climate action initiatives. Learn about community-driven clean energy and sustainability programs taking […]

Free

Building Community Around Climate Action | Community Clean Energy Solutions

Virtual

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. This class will feature a panel representing 3 programs: Ready for 100 campaign, Solarize Monadnock campaign, and Community Solar. It will discuss several ways to engage community and make tangible gains in local renewables. Course information: The Climate Crisis is  humankind’s greatest […]

$60

Building Community Around Climate Action |Electrify Our Transportation

Virtual

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. This class will feature: Global & US EV markets & trends, highlighting selected cars & trucks available and coming, exciting opportunities such as vehicle to grid (V2G) and E school buses. EV owners  Panel - Featuring different cars w/ each owner highlighting why bought it, […]

$60

Building Community Around Climate Action | Community Power

Virtual

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. Discover how your town can take control of its electricity supply, save money, and increase its consumption of renewable energy! Community Power is a new New Hampshire program that allows local governments to buy electricity for all of their residents and small businesses at wholesale […]

$60

Building Community Around Climate Action | En-ROADS Climate Change Solutions Workshops

Virtual

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. The En-ROADS climate solutions simulator enables citizens and policy makers to evaluate various solutions to determine their effect on the temperature rise at the end of this century. The latest update allows for exploring numerous climate change impacts in greater detail such as the impacts […]

$60

Button-Up Weatherization Workshop

Button up your home, not your coat! Come join the Keene Clean Energy Team, ButtonUp Vermont, the City of Keene, and the Monadnock Sustainability Hub on May 25th from 6-7:30 PM at the Keene Parks and Recreation Center for this free home energy workshop! Presenter Bob Eldredge, BPI certified energy auditor, will reach us now […]

Free

Monadnock Community Power Roundtable

Keene Public Library Heberton Hall 60 Winter Street, Keene, United States

Join the Monadnock Sustainability Hub and the Southwest Region Planning Commission in celebrating the Monadnock towns that passed their Community Power plans and in supporting towns that are in the process of creating theirs! During the Community Power Roundtable, we will hear insights, ask each other questions, and create a stronger network of Community Power […]

Winchester Unveils Wastewater Treatment Plant Solar Array

64 Duso Road Winchester, NH 64 Duso Road, Winchester, NH, United States

The town of Winchester installed their first solar array at the Winchester Wastewater Treatment Plant. The 297-kilowatt array — installed by Brentwood-based ReVision Energy — is estimated to produce nearly 390,000 kilowatt-hours of solar electricity annually, according to a news release from ReVision Energy. Winchester is celebrating the new installation at a ribbon cutting Monday […]

Free

Networking for a Sustainable NH: What We Can Do Together

Virtual

The event is sponsored by NH Network: Environment, Energy, Climate In New Hampshire, 18 months ago during the COVID lockdown, a group of concerned citizens from across the state Zoomed together to share information about how NH was preparing for climate change (or not).  That group, NH Network: Environment, Energy, Climate is exploring ways to move the […]

Free

Clean Energy Track

Wed-Thurs  September 21-22: Radically Rural includes a Clean Energy track with intriguing presentations and panels over both days.  You can register for either in-person attendance in Keene or virtual attendance at a lower rate.

Drive Electric Expo – Franklin Pierce University

Franklin Pierce University 40 University Drive, Rindge, United States

Come out for a day of Learning and Fun about Electric Vehicles and Exciting Plans that you can take part in for the Monadnock Region!  Check out electric vehicles (EVs), talk to EV owners, take a test drive!

Button Up Workshop

Sullivan Town Hall 452 Center Street, Sullivan, NH

This presentation by NHSaves energy professionals, covers home energy efficiency and weatherization, plus includes information on energy audits and potential matching funds for completion of air-sealing, insulation, and energy-efficiency appliances. In person or virtual via Zoom. Register by emailing bcummings708@gmail.com or call Wendy at 603-847-9621.

Button Up Workshop

Keene Recreation Center 312 Washington Street, Keene, NH

This presentation by NHSaves energy professionals, covers home energy efficiency and weatherization, plus includes information on energy audits and potential matching funds for completion of air-sealing, insulation, and energy-efficiency appliances.  ButtonUp home weatherization workshop, sponsored by Clean Energy Team.  

Local Energy Solutions Conference, Doubletree Center in Manchester

Doubletree Center in Manchester 700 Elm Street, Manchester, NH, United States

Friday, October 14, all-day Local Energy Solutions Conference, Doubletree Center in Manchester. The annual event hosted by Clean Energy NH in partnership with the LES Workgroup features presentations by industry leaders, panel discussions on the Granite State’s most pressing topics, and demonstrations of new clean energy technologies. Early Bird registration through Sept 9.

Keene Energy Week Expo

Railroad Square Main Street, Keene, NH

Join others to learn about what is being done locally and ways you can help the City and the region move toward a clean energy future. Solar Tour organized by the Clean Energy Team: a bike or walking tour of central Keene solar installations available as a virtual tour at your convenience. Solar tour information […]

Keene Climate Café

Brewbakers Cafe 48 Emerald Street, Keene, NH

Concerned about the climate crisis? Hopeful? Overwhelmed? Want to help but not sure how? A Climate Cafe is an open, inclusive, nonjudgmental space for connecting about climate change,  sharing experiences, speaking from the heart, and seeing what ideas emerge. Climate Cafe models are used all over the world: come be a part of the first […]

Why are NH’s Electric Bills So High? (…and what can we do about it?)

Virtual

Soaring energy bills are top-of-mind in New Hampshire these days. Can we blame them all on the war in Ukraine, or are they a result of policy action and inaction over a number of years? Two experts on the NH energy scene discuss how we got here and explore ways to remedy the situation. WHO […]

Get Going with Green Energy

Cheshire County Delegation Hall 12 Court Street, Keene, NH, United States

Renewable energy and efficiency measures can help businesses and other organizations save money, make energy costs more predictable, and reduce their carbon footprint all at the same time. Figuring out which approach is best for your organization, however, can be challenging, especially if you’re only beginning to research your options. Join us on October 27th […]

Window-Dressers

Organized by the Keene Energy and Climate Committee with assistance from Habitat for Humanity. This is an energy efficiency initiative bringing volunteers together to build simple interior storm windows, with an emphasis on providing them for low-and-moderate income households. For information or to volunteer: https://windowdressers.org/new-hampshire-massachusetts-community-builds/

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Electric Vehicles Myths and Opportunities with John Kondos

Monadnock Food Co-op 34 Cypress St, Keene, NH, United States

RSVP HERE! Join The Monadnock Food Co-op in welcoming John Kondos of Home Efficiency Resources, LLC on November 17th from 5 – 6 pm in the Co-op meeting rooms to learn about electric vehicles, EV costs, safety, dispel EV myths and hear why owners love their EVs. Also, get an update on local EV charging infrastructure and […]

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a great time to support MSH’s collaborative efforts toward a green, clean Monadnock region. Give where you live!

Button-Up Workshop in Keene

Keene Recreation Center 312 Washington Street, Keene, NH

12-7-22 CANCELLED DUE TO PRESENTER ILLNESS - TO BE RESCHEDULED FOR JANUARY OR FEBRUARY - PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE AND TIME Button-Up workshop at the Keene Recreation Center on Weds., December 7th. Keene’s Clean Energy team invites homeowners and landlords from all area towns to learn about rebates and incentives to save money […]

NH Agricultural Policy Forum

Virtual

Topics include 2023 Farm Bill policy priorities, Inflation Reduction Act impact on New England small-scale farms; soil health; farm to school; food access bills coming to the NH legislature, & more. Register now for this free event.

Climate resilience grants for farmers

Virtual

Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD) offers an informational session for this year's grant program (applications due on February 1st).

The Electric Grid of the Future Needs Transactive Energy

Virtual

Lately we have heard about “smart electric grids,” which balance demand with available power. Transactive Energy can coordinate distributed energy resources, such as solar panels, batteries, and electric vehicles. The utility NH Electric Co-op  provides a speaker and moderator for this webinar from 5:30-7pm. Click here to register.

Jaffrey-Rindge Martin Luther King Day Commemoration

Park Theater, Jaffrey 19 Main St., Jaffrey, NH

Aaron Mair, recent past president of the national Sierra Club, will speak about Environmental Justice at the Park Theater, Jaffrey on Monday, Jan. 16, 5-6pm, with a livestream option. More information may be found in the chamber of commerce newsletter, ( p. 11), or at MLK Celebration Jaffrey Rindge on Facebook.

What to know before Community Power goes live this spring

Community Power is coming to many towns in New Hampshire in April 2023! Energy costs have risen, and New Hampshire utility customers are paying the price. Everyone wants access to clean power with lower bills. Community Power can do this for you and more utility customers! This event is both in-person in Derry and accessible […]

Free Home Energy Savings Workshop for Homeowners

Keene Recreation Center 312 Washington Street, Keene, NH

Learn about money-saving tips and tricks, rebates and other incentives, to make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient! Presented by certified energy auditor Bob Eldredge, courtesy of NH Saves and Keene Clean Energy in partnership with the Monadnock Sustainability Hub. (This event has been RESCHEDULED from January 25th, due to the forecast for that day.) […]

Climate Resilience in New England, How Does NH Stack Up?

Virtual

This free webinar was prompted by the recent release of a report from the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), “New England State Climate Action Assessment 2022.” Dr Reinmar Seidler, UMass Boston and NH Network, will moderate a discussion led by Jo Field and Miriam Israel, UNH Sustainability Institute Summer Fellows and Roger Stephenson, Northeast Regional […]

Free

Consumer Advocate Don Kreis to Speak in Keene

Historical Society of Cheshire County 246 Main St, Keene, United States

NH Consumer Advocate, Don Kries, will make a presentation re: utilities, energy efficiency, energy/fuel costs, etc. here in NH.  Don is the Executive Director of the the Office of the Consumer Advocate and represents the interests of utility customers at the NH Public Utilities Commission (PUC), NH Dept. of Energy, regional bodies such as NEPOOL […]

Free

Community Power Forum

Virtual

Interested in saving your residents money, reducing carbon emissions, and transforming the electricity system? This forum will provide an introduction to Community Power, and introduce towns to one way they can adopt Community Power, which is through Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire. The free webinar will equip participants with resources and support towards joining […]

Free

Energy Savings Webinar for Residential Landlords

Virtual

Free energy savings webinar tailored for residential landlords! The information shared at this event will be especially helpful for owners of 1-4 unit rental housing, but also speak to landlords with larger multis. The evening starts with an NHSaves Button Up Workshop focused on saving costs related to heating and cooling. The first speaker is […]

Free

Climate Cafe – Listen – Be Heard – Connect

Keene Public Library Heberton Hall 60 Winter Street, Keene, United States

Concerned about the Climate Crisis, want to help but not sure how? Come to the inaugural Keene Climate Cafe at the Keene Public Library! All over the world people in towns and cities are meeting at non-judgmental Climate Cafe sessions to talk about what matters, and see what ideas emerge. Register for this free event […]

Free

Electric School Bus Demonstration

Butler's Bus Service 43 Pine St, White River Junction, United States

All are invited to Electric School Bus demonstration events and rides in a ‘Type D’ BYD e-Bus this month. The 1st date is Thurs. March 9 in White River Junction. Experience firsthand the battery electric bus range, charging process, and handling in our northern New England climate and terrain. Learn about the fuel and maintenance […]

Free

Electric School Bus Demonstration

St Johnsbury Academy 1000 Main St, St Johnsbury, United States

All are invited to Electric School Bus demonstration events and rides in a ‘Type D’ BYD e-Bus this month. Experience firsthand the battery electric bus range, charging process, and handling in our northern New England climate and terrain. Learn about the fuel and maintenance savings, zero-tailpipe emissions, and many other benefits! 2nd stop on the […]

Free

Electric School Bus Demonstration

White Mountains Community College 2020 Riverside Dr, Berlin, NH, United States

All are invited to Electric School Bus demonstration events and rides in a ‘Type D’ BYD e-Bus. Experience firsthand the battery electric bus range, charging process, and handling in our northern New England climate and terrain. Learn about the fuel and maintenance savings, zero-tailpipe emissions, and many other benefits! 3rd stop on the March tour. […]

Free

Reverse Osmosis and Maple Efficiency Tour

Stuart and John's Sugarhouse and Restaurant 31 Route 63, Westmoreland, NH, United States

Cheshire County Conservation District kicks off its 2023 series focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects for farmers and service providers, with a farm tour in Westmoreland! The first event will be at Stuart and John's Sugarhouse and Restaurant, and registration is required for the farm visits. For more information: info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011

Free

National Day of Action Against Banks Funding Fossil Fuel Projects

Central Square Central Square, Keene, United States

Keene's Clean Energy Team encourages those wishing to call out large banks funding fossil fuel projects (such as Bank of America) to join the like-minded at Central Square in Keene from 3:30-5pm -  and think about divesting from these banks. This is one of >100 actions across the US on the date, orchestrated by Third […]

Free

Large-scale Solar Workshop

Keene Public Library Heberton Hall 60 Winter Street, Keene, United States

This workshop will provide public officials, local government staff, community leaders and other interested parties with the opportunity to learn from national and state experts, hear lessons-learned from other regional localities, and discuss large-scale solar-related topics. The presenters are from a federal Dept. of Energy-funded entity working to promote utility-scale solar at the local government […]

Free

Electric School Bus Demonstration

Bethlehem Public Library 2245 Main St, Bethlehem, NH, United States

All are invited to Electric School Bus demonstration events and rides in a ‘Type D’ BYD e-Bus. Experience firsthand the battery electric bus range, charging process, and handling in our northern New England climate and terrain. Learn about the fuel and maintenance savings, zero-tailpipe emissions, and many other benefits! 4th stop on the tour. Please […]

Free

The Future of Electric Utilities

The Hotel Concord 11 South Main St, Concord, NH, United States

Due to our conversion from carbon-intensive energy sources to clean energy, electric demand is projected to double or triple. At the same time, electric utilities are grappling with the increased complexity of variable sources of energy generation, such as solar that doesn't always shine the same, hydro's variable flow, and wind that doesn't always blow […]

$40

Monadnock Energy Forum

Whitcomb Hall 17 Main St, Swanzey, NH, United States

This is a luncheon meeting for representatives of communities across the Monadnock Region, and due to space limitations it is by invitation only for Select Board and Energy Committee members, and renewable energy champions. Learn about the newly-created position of Monadnock Energy Circuit Rider for municipalities, and MSH's Program Manager who is available for communities, […]

Free

Electric School Bus Demonstration

River Bend Tech Center 35 Oxbow Dr, Bradford, VT, United States

All are invited to Electric School Bus demonstration events and rides in a ‘Type D’ BYD e-Bus. Experience firsthand the battery electric bus range, charging process, and handling in our northern New England climate and terrain. Learn about the fuel and maintenance savings, zero-tailpipe emissions, and many other benefits! Final stop on the tour. Please […]

Free

Electric School Bus Demonstration

All are invited to this Electric School Bus demonstration event and rides in a ‘Type D’ BYD e-Bus. Experience firsthand the battery electric bus range, charging process, and handling in our northern New England climate and terrain. Learn about the fuel and maintenance savings, zero-tailpipe emissions, and many other benefits! Final stop on the tour, […]

Free

Prepare for 2023’s Legislative Crossover

Virtual

In this webinar, hear how CENH is driving forward clean energy policy in the New Hampshire state legislature and the panelists' outlook for the remainder of the 2023 legislative session. Pressing topics of interest this year include: net-metering, electric vehicles (EV) charging infrastructure, energy efficiency measures, community scale renewable energy, among others. If interested to […]

$5

Community Supported Solar and Solar Array Tour

Sun Moon Farm 121 Thomas Rd, Rindge, NH, United States

Cheshire County Conservation District continues its 2023 series focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects for farmers and service providers, with a visit to Rindge to learn about a big solar project! This event showcases an exciting, carbon-slashing energy collaboration between CCCD, MSH, Sun Moon Farm, with partner ReVision Energy, who designed and […]

Free

NHPR By Degrees Climate Summit

UNH Strafford Room 83 Main St, Durham, United States

Hosted by NHPR’s climate & energy reporter Mara Hoplamazian, this summit brings together people from across the region to talk about opportunities for transformative action in the face of the climate change crisis. Hear about climate solutions that address more than just our environment; solutions that could change the way we live, how we get around, […]

Free

Local Energy Action Partnership Fair, Waterbury, VT

Crossett Brook Middle School 5672 Vermont Route 100, Duxbury, VT, United States

Sounds like this is worth the drive! Tour 75+ exhibits and talk with dozens of experts Learn how to reduce fuel bills, save energy, & shrink emissions Find out about new technologies and programs Participate in break-out discussions on many interesting topics Free magic show for kids at 11:00 AM Free electronics recycling available at […]

Free

Learn about your Inflation Reduction Act $10,600 bank account!

Monadnock Food Co-op 34 Cypress St, Keene, NH, United States

As part of the Monadnock Food Co-op's 2023 Earth Fest, the Monadnock Sustainability Hub is presenting a workshop about home energy savings and electrification incentives available as a result of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. The average American can access $10,600 of incentives over the 10+ years of IRA programs' existences! They cover a myriad […]

Free

Drive Electric Expo at Earth Day festivities

Whitney Brothers Parking Area 93 Railroad St, Keene, United States

Are you curious about what Electric Vehicles (EVs) look and drive like, what their owners think, how they manage charging? Do you want to check out a large variety of EVs now available on the new or used marketplaces - many available for test rides or drives? Did you know that there are now big […]

Free

Rally for Climate Action

Central Square Central Square, Keene, United States

The Keene Clean Energy Team hosts an Earth Day Rally in Central Square. This is shaping up to be an exciting event! They offer a great lineup of speakers, including City Planner Mari Brunner and Mayor Hansel to share info about Keene's energy plan. It would be fantastic to have a big crowd, so we […]

Free

New Hampshire Energy Week

Virtual

The first 5 days of May each features a unique, NH energy topic-focused event, some virtual and some in-person. The sessions are titled: NH Energy Week kick-off, with remarks from officials and other leaders; Investing in Resiliency; Virtual Career & Resource Fair; Powering NH's Energy Future. There is also an in-person social event at Smuttynose […]

Free

NH Saves Button Up Workshop in Keene

Keene Recreation Center 312 Washington Street, Keene, NH

Andy Duncan, building energy efficiency and weatherization expert, presents a free workshop for homeowners at the Recreation Center in Keene. He will share important information for residents to learn how to make their homes more energy efficient, thus getting Keene closer to its 100% Clean Energy goals. The speaker will be very happy to answer […]

Free

Fossil-Fueled Rates: White Paper Webinar

Virtual

A new report commissioned by Sierra Club explains how spikes in the price of fossil gas are the cause of the dramatic rise in electricity rates for New England customers. This webinar highlights that the recent increase in electricity prices ultimately demonstrate the risks of continuing to depend on volatile commodities like fossil gas and […]

Free

WKBK Radio News and Talk: Clean Energy News

Virtual

Tune in to this local radio station for interviewer Raleigh Ormerod - Keene City Council member and committee member - speaking with Senator Maxine Watters (state senate Energy Committee), Sam Evans-Brown (Clean Energy NH), Cheshire County Commissioner Terry Clark on Cheshire County Community Power and Jude Nuru (Keene Energy and Climate Committee member and ReVision […]

Electric School Bus Peer Exchange

Virtual

Vermont & Granite State Clean Cities & Maine Clean Communities are hosting an informal discussion to learn about electric school bus technology on our roads in Northern New England. Join school districts (SD) and partners: Sean McKenzie - South Burlington, VT SD Barry Russell - Champlain Valley, VT SD Eric Hann - Mt. Desert Island, […]

Free

Energy Fair in Wilmington, VT

Public Safety Complex, Wilmington 40 Beaver St, Wilmington, VT, United States

Make a half-day trip to Wilmington in SW Vermont to learn about incentives to help reduce costs to make energy efficiency upgrades and electrify your home and ride! Many groups and resources will be on hand to provide information and answer questions, plus live music and events for kids including games, arts and crafts, and […]

Free

Clearing the Fog: Myths and Misconceptions Around Offshore Wind in New England

Virtual

Offshore wind is said to be New England’s greatest untapped energy resource. Today, Europe has well over 5000 offshore turbines producing carbon-free energy. The US has five. There is a strong push to access this clean energy, but – it’s complicated! There is pushback from many quarters.  In this webinar, a panel of experts will address the fog […]

Free

Green Your Fleet Clean Vehicle Demonstration at NH Motor Speedway

NH Motor Speedway 1122 Route 106 North, Loudon, NH, United States

GYF is the biggest Alternative Fuel (AF) and Electric Vehicle (EV) event hosted at the NH Motor Speedway! GYF spotlights diverse vehicle, equipment, fuel, technology, and infrastructure alternatives: biodiesel, electric, hydrogen, natural gas, and propane for commercial and municipal LD/MD/HD on-road and off-road, vehicles and equipment, as well as other fuel efficiency strategies in transportation. […]

Building a Clean Energy Future

Virtual

Join Clean Energy NH and the The Forward Foundation for an interactive workshop for local energy champions, local elected leaders, and those interested in getting clean energy projects off the ground in New Hampshire. Click here to register.

Free

Accessory Dwelling Units Made Easy

Peterborough Town Library 2 Concord St, Peterborough, NH, United States

Join us in the 1833 Room of the Peterborough Town Library for a panel discussion featuring a range of speakers to cover the in's and out's of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) followed by a Q&A session. Each participant will receive a folder chockful of information on how to add a small, secondary home to your […]

Free

The Global Stakes of Climate and Clean Energy: Panel Discussion on upcoming COP 28 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Virtual

Global climate negotiations will continue with the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP) 28 conference in the United Arab Emirates (UAR) in December. The Harvard Kennedy School New England Alumni Association (HKSNEAA) presents a lively discussion of the state of global climate action and the development of a clean energy economy as the world […]

Free

Woodstock (VT) Commercial Electric Mower Demonstration

Woodstock Union High School 100 Amsden Way, Woodstock, Vermont, United States

Riding mowers, push mowers, blowers, trimmers, and chain saws will be available for hands-on demonstrations! Visit scenic Woodstock, VT to try out equipment from MeanGreen, Gravely, GreenWorks, EGO Power+, and TORO. Learn about VT cities and organizations that have transitioned to all-electric equipment. Free food and beverages - lunch will be provided by MeanGreen. Enter […]

Free

POSTPONED BY ORGANIZERS DUE TO THE WEATHER – Drive Electric Show & Tell at Swanzey Old Home Day

Monadnock Regional Middle / High School 580 Old Homestead Highway, Swanzey, NH, United States

POSTPONED - STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE Several local Electric Vehicle (EV) owners will be on hand at Monadnock Regional High School during Swanzey's Old Home Day, between 10am and 12 noon! Visitors will be able to see a Tesla sedan, a Rivian truck and a Chevy Bolt compact hatchback, and speak with their owners […]

Free

Walk-In Cooler Efficiency & CoolBot Technology Tour

Green Wagon Farm 833 Court Street, Keene, NH, United States

Part of the 2023 tour for farmers and service providers, focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects! Part of a series offering visits to local farms to learn and connect with other farmers and resources. Registration required, register here. Questions? info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011

Free

Workplace EV Charging Webinar

Virtual

Are you an employer or employee interested in learning more about workplace charging? Join a panel of experts who discuss the many benefits of installing workplace charging. You will learn about the process, site requirements, infrastructure, charging equipment, and so much more! Panelists are leaders from each of the Northern New England Clean Cities Coalitions: […]

Free

Drive Electric Show & Tell at Covenant Living Classic Car Show

Covenant Living of Keene 95 Wyman Rd, Keene, NH, United States

We are crashing the Covenant Living Classic Car Show on Saturday, August 5! (Well, not really, as the organizers have welcomed us.) So far the following vehicles and their owners plan to be on hand to share why they love to Drive Electric: Tesla Model 3; Chevy Bolt EV or EUV. You might even be […]

Free

Keep NH Green: Environmental Summit

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH, United States

GOAL: Future planning: New Hampshire needs your vision to grow & stay healthy! Where do we go from here? The host organization's mission statement is, "Our mission is to foster clean, cost-effective investments and environmentally responsible policies, laws and regulations, making New Hampshire a leader rather than a laggard in addressing pollution and climate change."  Your […]

Free

Why Geo(-thermal)? Webinar

Virtual

Discover the Potential of Geothermal Heating and Cooling! Heat is a valuable resource in the colder climates of northern New England, where our communities are deeply rooted in rural traditions. The Vermont Community Geothermal Alliance invites individuals from Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and neighboring states to embark on a journey of exploration. Kicking off this series […]

Free

Public Hearing with NH Dept. of Transportation: 10 Year Infrastructure Plan

Keene Recreation Center 312 Washington Street, Keene, NH

Calling advocates of public transportation and public Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure: The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Intermodal Transportation (GACIT), which is made up of the five Executive Councilors and the Commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT), has scheduled public hearings throughout the state to talk about their Ten Year Plan. Its purpose […]

Free

Radically Rural Summit – Keene

This annual conference offers various tracks, including (among others) Clean Energy. Agenda here. The locations will be in Keene. Check the event website for the latest on sessions, speakers and to register. Our Program Manager and Clean Energy NH's Monadnock Region Energy Circuit Rider will take part in a session on the afternoon of the […]

Monadnock Clean Energy Fair

Peterborough Community Center 25 Elm St, Peterborough, NH, United States

We are partnering with Peterborough Renewable Energy Project for a Clean Energy Fair for adults and families in the Monadnock Region! Learn about building audits, weatherization, electrification of home heating and cooling, electric vehicles (including e-bikes) and electric garden tools. We will offer workshops covering heat pumps and new federal incentives for home energy efficiency, […]

Free

National Drive Electric Week

Peterborough Community Center 25 Elm St, Peterborough, NH, United States

Monadnock Sustainability Hub's Electric Vehicle Team is organizing a fun and informative e-transport event within the Monadnock Clean Energy Fair on Saturday, September 30th. This is during National Drive Electric Week (Sept. 22-Oct. 1). We are inviting local and regional EV and e-bike owners to register with us to show and talk about their vehicle […]

Free

Power Your Savings Webinar with Q & A

Virtual

By attending this webinar you will find practical information about how to reduce your monthly energy bills. You will also learn how to access the "bank account" that has been created for you under the IRA (and similar state legislation) to help make today’s most efficient electric heating, AC, and transportation options more affordable. Signatories of a climate […]

Free

Weathering the Storm: Towards Local Climate Resilience in the Monadnock Region

Cheshire County Delegation Hall 12 Court Street, Keene, NH, United States

This past summer, many areas in the Monadnock Region experienced severe flooding due to heavy rainfall. Over recent decades, extreme precipitation has become more common, a trend that is expected to continue in the years to come. Other forms of severe weather are also becoming "the new normal," including heat waves and seasonal drought. Snowfall […]

Free

Virtual Solar Tour

This self-directed walking/biking tour of local homes, nonprofits, and businesses will show over 30 building owners and their stories about generating their own energy with solar panels - on YOUR schedule!  

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Energy Info Booth at Pumpkin Fest

Keene City Hall 3 Washington St, Keene, NH, United States

To learn about Community Power, the Energy Plan, Electric Vehicles and all the Keene Energy Week happenings, visit the organizers' booth at City Hall. This is Part of the kick-off for Keene Energy Week.

Free

EV 101 Session

Keene Public library 60 Winter St, Keene, NH, United States

Join others gathering at the Keene Public Library for an introduction to Electric Vehicles presented by Steve Russell. The presentation will take place in Cohen Hall. Please register if you plan to attend.

Free

NHDES Community EV Charging Grant Listening Sessions

Virtual

NHDES has applied to the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) discretionary Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) program for community-based electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). If awarded, NHDES plans to release a funding opportunity aimed at installing EV charging stations within communities. The goal is to serve downtown communities, multi-unit dwellings, rural locations, transit hubs, and […]

Free

Local Energy Solutions Conference – Time to Register!

The annual Local Energy Solutions Conference is New Hampshire's premier energy event for local energy champions, policymakers, municipal officials, state agencies, and industry representatives. Organizers have assembled speakers to report on 11 engaging topics, including Community Power, workforce, local solutions, and IRA/BIL incentives one year in. See the LES website for the latest updates, details […]

Home Battery Systems: An in-depth discussion on back-up battery power for your home

Virtual

Learn about: 1. Various home battery systems: Tesla Powerwall, Generac, SolarEdge, FranklinWH, Fortress (with Sol-Ark inverter) and more! 2. How to size a battery for a home 3. DC coupled vs. AC coupled storage 4. Transactive Energy (using EV's to feed the grid) 5. Bidirectional EV charging 6. Grid-tied vs. off-grid storage systems 7. Fire […]

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NH Sierra Club Climate Action : Hear from State Rep. Rebecca McWilliams

NH Sierra Club's monthly meeting, this time including State Rep. McWilliams who will share about a few bills and the Science, Technology and Energy Com. These meetings offer a chance to be with friends and offer the opportunity to plan, act and grow a community-based movement in New Hampshire. This year in New Hampshire we […]

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Forward Planning for Climate Risks: How the US Military is Preparing for Climate Disruption

Virtual

Learn why the U.S. Military considers climate change a serious security concern. From its far-flung bases to its key supply lines and its significant energy consumption, the armed services must make sober and realistic assessments of climate risks. How are they preparing for these challenges? To register for this webinar click here.

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Why Electrify? Interactive Educational Session

Virtual

You are invited to Rewiring America's first-ever educational course! Why Electrify is an interactive, 90-minute online session designed with electrification beginners and newbies in mind. Organizers will explain what "electrifying everything" means and the benefits this energy switch could unlock for American households. A sneak-preview is available on You Tube. To register go to Rewiring America.

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Monadnock Clean Energy Roundtable

Dublin Community Center 1123 Main St, Dublin, NH, United States

Monadnock Region town and city staff, committee, and board volunteers: The Hub and partner Clean Energy New Hampshire are planning an evening celebration where town officials, committee members and others active in municipal clean energy projects will come together to report on their projects, share information and inspire new collaborations. Topics include municipal solar, electrifying […]

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Climate and Community Power

Keene Public Library Heberton Hall 60 Winter Street, Keene, United States

Climate Cafes provide an open space for sharing experiences and supporting solutions. This evening will be focused on Community Power with guests Mari Brunner, Senior Planner with the City of Keene, and Dori Drachman, Hub co-chair and member of the Peterborough Community Power Committee. Registration is free, and on Eventbrite.

Global Flourishing Conference

Virtual

What can science teach us about how to help more people flourish amid the compounding crises of the 21st century? Learn from leading experts in the field of flourishing across a range of disciplines. A session of interest to climate action advocates: Planetary flourishing: inspiring science, wisdom and action. The Global Flourishing Conference is virtual […]

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NH Climate Action Plan Update – Stakeholder Listening Session

Virtual

The NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) seeks "stakeholder"* input to guide their update to the state's Climate Action Plan. This session is one of three cross-sector gatherings where people working on greenhouse gas and air pollution reduction efforts, advocates, non-profits, regional and city/town planners, association leaders, etc. can talk together about priorities and projects […]

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Climate and Health

Virtual

Many of us think about climate change’s impact on the environment, but we might not consider its real and increasing impact on human health. As the World Health Organization stated, “the climate crisis is a health crisis” — and just like the unusual weather patterns we’re seeing, these health impacts are happening right now. Join […]

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Canvassing on Climate – The Power of Listening to Persuade

Virtual

The Yale Center for Environmental Communication invites you to a conversation on deep canvassing around climate change moderated by Dr. Joshua Kalla, Associate Professor of Political Science at Yale University, and featuring Montana Burgess, Executive Director of Neighbours United and Steve Deline, Co-Founder at The New Conversation Initiative. “Deep canvassing” is an outreach method that […]

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EPA Clean School Bus Program – Overview of Tax Credits Applicable to School Buses

Virtual

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a webinar with the Department of the Treasury that will provide an overview of IRS Tax Credits that may be used in tandem with the Clean School Bus (CSB) Program, or separately for those who did not apply or did/do not win an EPA award. This is about […]

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Fifth National Climate Assessment – Forests Chapter

Virtual

The U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) is hosting a series of webinars dedicated to the Fifth National Climate Assessment. Please join to learn more about each chapter, ask questions, and hear directly from the chapter authors. For the session on this specific chapter, register here.

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NH Climate Action Plan Update – Community Input to DES

Virtual

NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) received a federal grant to update their 2009 "climate action plan." 350 New Hampshire (350NH) deems the 2009 NHDES plan to be insufficient and ineffective in meeting goals to combat the climate crisis in our state. This is one of three virtual meetings for members of the wider community […]

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Fifth National Climate Assessment – Energy Chapter

Virtual

The U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) is hosting a series of webinars dedicated to the Fifth National Climate Assessment. Please join to learn more about each chapter, ask questions, and hear directly from the chapter authors. For the session on this specific chapter, register here.

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Climate Resilience Grants for Farmers – Information Session

Virtual

NH County Conservation Districts are offering a virtual information session for farmers considering applying for a grant in the current funding round, for which applications close February 1st. Cheshire County Conservation District encourages applications from Monadnock-region agricultural producers who seek help funding projects that mitigate the impact of agriculture on climate change and enhance the […]

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State of the Climate: Looking back at 2023 and ahead to 2024

Virtual

From climate-fueled weather disasters to the Inflation Reduction Act and COP28, climate change has been in the headlines throughout 2023. Most sobering are warnings from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the US National Climate Assessment, and other experts that the world needs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions dramatically if we are to avoid […]

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