The mission of the Studio for High Performance Design & Construction (SHPDC) is to improve the sustainable practices of the building industry through education and training, and by fostering a community of shared knowledge and learning. Come support the work … Read More
The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act offers financial incentives for energy efficiency upgrades to homes and for shifting to electricity for home energy and transportation. Rewiring America’s Savings Calculator can help you see how you can benefit from these financial … Read More
The Newton Democratic City Committee’s Climate Crisis Committee is hosting a webinar presentation ‘Planning Our Future: Climate Action at Home’ on Wednesday, September 14 at 7pm. Learn about energy improvements you can make to your home and how to get … Read More
The August 11 Charles River Regional Chamber webinar ‘Dispelling Myths about Net Zero & Passive House Buildings’ is now available on video. Though targeted for those in the development, building and real estate sectors, the content is of interest to … Read More
Rising gas prices are encouraging more drivers to consider an electric vehicle (EV). But even before oil prices shot up this year, electric cars were saving their drivers money on fuel costs. On Thursday, August 25 from 12-1pm join this … Read More
Last month, as Massachusetts and 27 other states grappled with a dangerous and record-shattering heat wave, the Legislature passed a far-reaching climate bill that hastens the Commonwealth’s transition to renewable energy, zero-emission vehicles, efficient buildings, and clean forms of heating … Read More
Massachusetts State Senator Cindy Creem has shown a genuine commitment to her constituents to get climate solutions enacted into law. Nevertheless, it was her granddaughter’s concerns about the climate crisis that prompted her to do even more to work for … Read More
Sunrise of Newton is a senior living community in Newton Corner that opened in 2021. Owned by Sunrise Senior Living, which operates approximately 280 such properties in the U.S. and Canada, the design for Sunrise of Newton took into consideration … Read More
Heat Pump Dryers are rated ENERGY STAR’s most efficient dryers on the market and use one quarter or less energy than a typical electric resistance or gas dryer. They use heat pump technology to move heat rather than create it … Read More
Depending on your cooling system, cooling your home can have a big impact on your energy use and drive up your bill. If you’re looking to cut costs and save energy, try the Cooling Cost Calculator by Eversource. You’ll be able … Read More
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