The Goffstown Edge

Energy Program Sponsored by the Goffstown Energy Committee

For Additional Information Contact:
Christina Piccione Martin at (603) 660-2708
or Andrew Cadorette at (603) 497-2404

BUTTON UP GOFFSTOWN - FREE WORKSHOP

The Goffstown Energy Committee will be hosting a FREE Button Up New Hampshire Workshop on Thursday, November 18th at the Goffstown ACE Hardware, 5 Depot Street, Goffstown, NH from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  This free workshop, conducted by a qualified home energy expert, will introduce participants to the basics of home energy budgets and the value of home weatherization.  The workshop will include information on how simple household adjustments and modest investments can lead to significant energy savings over the long haul.  To sign up for this free event, email info@goffstownenergy.org or call 603-660-2708.

Workshop topics to include:

* Residential heat use and loss

*Tthe short term benefits of simple do-it-yourself weatherization

*The value of a professional home energy audit

*The long term benefits of extensive professional energy retrofits

*The technical and financial resources available to make it happen

The Goffstown Energy Committee is a community group committed to saving resources among the town's residents, businesses, and in municipal affairs by promoting energy conservation, energy efficiency, and exploring other ways to reduce energy use. You can also see us on Facebook at Facebook\goffstownenergy.

Energy Savings Tip From The Goffstown Energy Committee

Saving and reducing energy consumption is easy.  In New Hampshire with our high energy costs, reducing energy consumption will also help you with your financial budget.  Here are a few energy savings tips provided  by the Goffstown Energy Committee that can quickly help you save energy and money.

 

·        Turn items off when not in use, it is easy and guaranteed to work.
·        Reduce your phantom load.  Items draw power even when turned off, this is called phantom load.  Purchase UL approved power strips for your household needs and turn them off when items are not in use.
·        Turn the temperature down in your water heater.  Most water heaters tend to be set at a much higher temperature than required for comfort.  Just a few degrees down can save you money.
·        Use a drying rack or hang your clothes outside when you are able.  There is no cost and there is nothing like the smell of clothes dried outside.
·        Use cold or warm water for your washing needs.  It is really the soap that cleans, not the temperature of the water.
These are just five simple things you can do to decrease your energy use and help to save you money.
The Goffstown Energy Committee is a community organization committed to saving resources among the town’s residents, businesses, and in municipal affairs, including town government and the school district by promoting energy conservation, energy efficiency, and exploring other ways to reduce energy use.  These goals will be accomplished through educational activities and programs designed to encourage people to understand their energy needs, consumption habits, and short- and long-term interests. The committee will make recommendations to, and cooperate and communicate with town officials, boards and commissions as well as public and private groups with similar concerns, and with the appropriate agencies of the state, regional, and federal governments.
 
The next meeting will be held Wednesday, September 29th at 6:00 p.m.  To sign up for this meeting or to learn how to participate, emailgtownenergy@gmail.com or call 603-660-2708.  You can also connect on Facebook via the Goffstown Energy Committee fan page.

New Goffstown Energy Committee Meeting To Be Held

The newly created Goffstown Energy Committee is seeking local citizens interested in advocating for and promoting energy efficiency in Goffstown.  The next meeting will be held Wednesday, July 28th at 6:30 p.m at St. Matthew's Church.  To sign up for this meeting or to learn how to participate, email gtownenergy@gmail.com or call 603-660-2708.  You can also connect on Facebook via the Goffstown Energy Committee fan page. 

New Goffstown Energy Committee Looking For Members

Goffstown residents are looking to create a new community based energy committee charged with energy efficiency advocacy and education in our community.  This group is in the creation stage and is seeking interested Goffstown citizens willing to become part of the team.  A strong background in any of the following is encouraged, but all are welcome: energy efficiency, energy audits, weatherization, legal services, public policy, marketing, public relations and grant writing experience.  Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm.  For more information about participating in this opportunity to advocate and promote energy efficiency in Goffstown email us at gtownenergy@gmail.com or call 603-660-2708 for details.