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  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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, & […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Consumer Advocate Don Kreis to Speak in Keene

    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 […]

    Free
  • Energy Savings Webinar for Residential Landlords

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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. […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Large-scale Solar Workshop

    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 […]

    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, […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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. […]

    $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 […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Local Energy Action Partnership Fair, Waterbury, VT

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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. […]

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

    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
  • 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
  • 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 […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Workplace EV Charging Webinar

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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, […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

  • Monadnock Clean Energy Fair

    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 […]

    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!  

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • EV 101 Session

    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 […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Climate and Community Power

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • 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, […]

    Free
  • 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, […]

    Free
  • Fifth National Climate Assessment – Forests Chapter

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • NH Sierra Club Climate Action Volunteer Night

    NH Sierra Club holds monthly meetings on Zoom to create a community of likeminded Granite Staters to plan, act and grow a community-based movement in New Hampshire. They invite you […]

    Free
  • Get ready for the 2024 Legislative Season!

    Virtual

    In the period 2005 - 2016, NH ranked first in New England and second in the entire U.S. for percent of emissions reduced! How can this be? What forces affect our […]

    Free
  • Later is Too Late – Messaging about the Climate

    Virtual

    You are invited to attend this webinar for a live briefing about the results of a recent climate messaging study. The Yale Program on Climate Change Communication (YPCCC) tested multiple […]

    Free
  • EPA Clean School Bus Program – Popular Q & A

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a webinar to review common questions about its Clean School Bus (CSB) program, which awards funding to support the transition to electric school […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • American Climate Corps Listening Session

    Virtual

    American Climate Corps is a new initiative to train young people in high-demand skills for jobs in the clean energy economy. The Corps will put a new generation of Americans […]

    Free
  • The News About 2024 EV Tax Credits

    Virtual

    On January 1st, new rules went into effect for the $3,750 or $7,500 federal tax credit. Plug In America's policy experts will explain the rules and answer your questions. Here's […]

    Free
  • NH Sierra Club Climate Action Volunteer Night

    NH Sierra Club holds monthly meetings on Zoom to create a community of likeminded Granite Staters to plan, act and grow a community-based movement in New Hampshire. They invite you […]

    Free
  • American Climate Corps Listening Session

    Virtual

    American Climate Corps is a new initiative to train young people in high-demand skills for jobs in the clean energy economy. The Corps will put a new generation of Americans […]

    Free
  • 2024 Youth Forum on Climate and Clean Energy

    Bank of NH Stage 16 S. Main St, Concord, NH, United States

    Hubbard Brook Research Foundation, the League of Conservation Voters, and the Irving Institute for Energy & Society at Dartmouth College will host a youth forum at the intersection of public […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Appliance Standards Update

    Virtual

    The Department of Energy is poised to update standards for home furnaces and water heaters, and the new efficiency requirements could dramatically accelerate the use of heat pumps nationally. New […]

    Free
  • American Climate Corps Listening Session

    Virtual

    American Climate Corps is a new initiative to train young people in high-demand skills for jobs in the clean energy economy. The Corps will put a new generation of Americans […]

    Free