There are many ways to protect our planet! Here are some topics and ideas to get you started. Remember, you don’t have to do it all, but every little bit you do can make a difference! Find what interests you, opportunities to learn, and take action today.
Power Up and Save Energy!
- Improve
the energy efficiency of your home through home retrofits to save money, improve home comfort and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Consider the following retrofit options: air or ground heat pumps, air sealing (building envelope, ducts and windows, doors), Energy Star water heater replacement, smart thermostats with zone control, high efficiency furnace (Energy Star), Solar PV options with battery storage
- Attend a Home Efficiency Retrofit Orientation (HERO) Workshop to learn about upgrading the home to reduce emissions and increase eneryg efficiency. Check the Home Energy Retrofits page to register for the next workshop (tentatively Fall 2024)
- Reduce your energy consumption by unplugging any unused electronics or switching power bars to eliminate phantom power, turning off lights when you leave the room, and taking shorter showers
Good Food for a Good Life
Why Waste? Recycle Right, Recycle More!
Nearby Nature
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