Resources
Waterbury LEAP volunteers want to provide as much useful information as as possible to our fellow Vermonters so they can make informed decisions and move forward on the green energy projects that fit their needs.
If you are considering a green energy project, we hope these resources will be helpful to you:
Efficiency Vermont
Efficiency Vermont is a statewide energy efficiency utility that has helped Vermont become a national leader in energy efficiency. It can assist with rebates, technical advice, and financing options:
Learn about products and technologies
Search for the most energy efficient products
Find a Vermont contractor or retailer
Renewable Energy Vermont
Renewable Energy Vermont (REV) is an association of businesses, nonprofits, utilities, and individuals that want to help move Vermont towards 100% renewable energy. They have useful information on a variety of green energy options — how they work, when they are appropriate, and who to contact in Vermont if you’d like to learn more:
Heat Pumps / Heating and Cooling
Heating and cooling your house more efficiently is one of the best ways to reduce your energy usage, save money, and shrink your emissions. The following two pages are from the US Department of Energy:
Heat Pumps - US Dep’t of Energy
Heating and cooling your home - US Dep’t of Energy
Heat pumps - REV
Drive Electric Vermont
Drive Electric Vermont is a statewide coalition of policy makers, industry leaders, and ordinary citizens dedicated to promoting the spread of electric transportation in the State:
Introduction to Electric Vehicles
List of EVs available in Vermont with prices and characteristics
Map of Vermont charging stations
Public Transportation / Car Sharing
Transportation is Vermont’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. Here are some sources for mass transit and car sharing information in Vermont:
Go Vermont - Vermont Ride Sharing & Bus Routes
Solar Power
Solar is one of the fastest growing green energy areas in the US and in Vermont:
Homeowner’s Guide to Going Solar
Find a Vermont Green Energy Installer
If you are looking for Vermont companies that install green energy solutions you can visit the list of REV members, review Efficiency Vermont’s list of contractors and retailers, or you can look at the list of exhibitors at the most recent LEAP Energy Fair.