Minutes from October 11, 2010 Atkinson Energy Efficiency Committee

Monday, October 11, 2010
Minutes from October 11, 2010
Atkinson Energy Efficiency Committee
Atkinson Town Hall
7:05pm - 8:17pm

Attendees:
Judy Wainwright
Michelle Veasey
Michael Mascola
Jim Garrity

AGENDA:
1) Michelle reviewed communications which she has had with NH OEP regarding our bid award and how we will use it. They have approved of our plan to add Atkinson Academy to our list of buildings. The amended bid from our winning vendor has been received. The committee will meet with the Board of Selectmen tonight to make recommendation of the winning energy auditor.

2) Update given by Michelle on the potential contract with the winning bidder.

3) Update on Atkinson Energy Fair
- Sat Nov 6, 10am - 1pm at Kimball Public Library
- Rotating 10 minute presentations will include:
a) MyEnergyPlan.net by Julia Dundorf from Clean Air Cool Planet.
b) Unitil's energy efficiency, audit and rebate programs.
c) Atkinson's energy audit grant award and project plan overview.
d) Current rebates, tax credits and incentives (State & Federal).
Light refreshments will be served.
Judy will print posters and place around town.

4) Atkinson Volunteer/Club Expo: next Wednesday night 6-8pm at Kimball Library. We will have a table and talk about the AEEC.

5) Atkinson Tree Lighting at Atkinson Country Club: we have been asked to have a table; we will.

6) Energy Committee Vs. Energy Commission: Jim Garrity explained the new enabling state law allowing towns to establish Energy Commissions and the differences between committees and commissions. The committee voted 4 - 0 to ask the Board of Selectmen to create an Atkinson Energy Commission (to replace the Atkinson Energy Efficiency Committee) before the end of 2010. Jim Garrity will prepare the request.

7) Meeting adjourned at 8:17pm

Atkinson Energy Fair - November 6, 2010

Learn about ways that you can save energy at home! The Atkinson Energy Fair will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at the Kimball Library Conference Room from 10 am until 1pm. Drop in to learn about great tools, tips and opportunities to save on your energy bills!

Atkinson Energy Efficiency Fair - October 27

Atkinson Energy Efficiency Committee Kicks Off Work with Community Fair

Atkinson, New Hampshire - The newly formed Atkinson Energy Efficiency Committee will host an Energy Fair at the Atkinson Community Center on Saturday, October 27th. The fair will run from 9am until 1pm and will feature ideas for saving energy dollars this winter - from simple energy efficiency measures to alternate energy source opportunities in Atkinson. The fair will also include a fun crafts table for children. There is no charge for admission.

The Atkinson Energy Efficiency Committee (AEEC) was formed by the Board of Selectmen this summer based on the resolution passed by voters last March asking for leaders at all levels of government to address the issues surrounding global warming. The AEEC is working with Unitil to evaluate town buildings for potential money-saving energy efficiency opportunities. Results of these audits will be presented to the Board of Selectmen.

Community members interested in lessening Atkinson’s energy use are encouraged to attend the fair. Unitil/nhsaves personnel will be available to explain rebate programs and lighting opportunities. Vendors will also be available to talk about exciting technologies like geothermal heating and cooling (which we have at the Town Hall – Atkinson was an early adopter of this energy efficient temperature control), wind power, solar photovoltaic and water heating systems, energy efficient boilers, and much more.

Atkinson is one of the first communities in the area to take action on the resolution. The AEEC invites all interested surrounding community members to attend to learn more about we can individually make a difference for New Hampshire.