October 22nd, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm: Sullivan County Get $ET (Save Energy Together) Energy Symposium
Join RUPCO and key partners at SUNY Sullivan, 112 College Road, Lock Sheldrake for a full day of energy efficiency and renewable energy presentations and panel discussions. Learn about NYSERDA programs geared toward making it easier for homeowners, renters, landlords, non-profits, small businesses, and municipalities to reduce their energy consumption and generate their own energy. Meet the experts in the County and hear about exciting case studies and projects. To register, please click here or contact Michael D’Arcy at 845-331-2140 ext. 261 or mdarcy@rupco.org.
October 23rd, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm: Hudson Valley Entrepreneurial Conference & Expo
Join Gateway to Entrepreneurial Tomorrows for the Hudson Valley Entrepreneurial Conference & Expo and 10th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon on October 23rd at Villa Borghese, 70 Widmer Road, Wappingers Falls. The Conference & Expo is FREE and open to the public from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. The Celebration Luncheon costs $75 per ticket and will take place from 12 – 2 pm. Both events are Celebrating Women in Business and Entrepreneurship and will feature a Green/Sustainable presentations and information. To register, please visit www.gethudsonvalley.org.
October 25th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Meet the Kingston Energy Advocate Potluck & Live Energy Assessment
Kingston Energy Advocate, Emilie Hauser will host a Potluck Brunch at her home on 63 Highland Avenue, Kingston. Guests are encouraged to bring a brunch themed dish to share while they learn about the Kingston Climate Smart Commission, Energy Advocates, and what happens during a home energy assessment. To RSVP, please contact Michael D’Arcy at 845-331-2140 ext. 261 or mdarcy@rupco.org.
October 28th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm: Save Energy, Save Dollars Workshop in Port Jervis
Join RUPCO and Cornell Cooperative Extension for a 2-hour energy efficiency workshop at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St, Newburgh. Come learn about reducing your energy bills, low- or no-cost energy conservation actions you can easily take to reduce energy consumption, and programs for free or reduced cost energy assessments and programs to help offset the costs of upgrades. Please register in advance by calling 845-677-8223 ext. 138.
October 29th, 5:30 – 6:30pm: Rosendale Get $ET Family Friendly Energy Efficiency Presentation
Join RUPCO to learn about DIY energy saving tips and NYSERDA’s free home energy assessments and cash incentives for improvements. FREE children’s activities upcycling crafts during presentation. Light food served. At the Creative Co-op in Rosendale, behind The Big Cheese. Please RSVP to Stacy Lipari, cbcofrosendale@gmail.com or 845-527-5672.
October 29th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm: Save Energy, Save Dollars Workshop in Newburgh
Join RUPCO and Cornell Cooperative Extension for a 2-hour energy efficiency workshop at the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand St, Newburgh. Come learn about reducing your energy bills, low- or no-cost energy conservation actions you can easily take to reduce energy consumption, and programs for free or reduced cost energy assessments and programs to help offset the costs of upgrades. Please register in advance by calling 845-677-8223 ext. 138.
November 6th, 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Warwick $aving Energy Together Workshop: Learn About Programs to Reduce Your Energy Costs & Generate Your Own Energy
Come to the Albert Wisner Public Library, 76 Drew Rd, Warwick to learn about NYSERDA programs that can help save money on your energy bills and make your home safer and more comfortable. In addition, you’ll hear from the Energy Coach of Energize Warwick/Sustainable Warwick and a local resident who completing energy upgrades and adding solar to his home. Please RSVP to Meridith Nierenberg, 845-331-2140 ext. 267 or mnierenberg@rupco.org.
Staff Updates – The GJGNY Team is Certified by the Building Performance Institute (BPI)
This past month, Michael Courtney, Hugo Jule, James Kopp, and Meridith Nierenberg all completed their BPI Building Analyst Professional Certification. All four staff members were able to take advantage of NYSERDA subsidized training and testing offered at SUNY Ulster. Now with our already BPI Certified Regional Energy Coach, Michael D’Arcy, the entire RUPCO Green Jobs-Green NY Team is certified.
With the added technical knowledge of the industry and understanding of building science, our team is better equipped to assist customers seeking to participate in the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program®. We can better promote the program by answering their tough questions both in the initial consultation and along the way, working closely with the Home Performance Contractors. If you would like to learn more about becoming BPI Certified and local training, please contact our office at 845-331-2140 ext. 260.
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month: Reduce Vampire Energy
Today’s homes are full of gadgets. According to the Consumer Electronics Association, the average home has 24 electronic products including three televisions, three phones and two DVD players. While these devices are meant to make our lives easier and more enjoyable, they also do a number on our electric bill. In fact, home electronics make up more than 25% of household electricity use. Plus they use energy even when they are turned off or in standby mode.
First, unplug your existing electronic products when you’re not using them, or plug them into an advanced power strip that will shut down the power for you. Second, when you’re shopping for new home electronics, choose ones that have earned the ENERGY STAR(R) Label.They use 60% less energy when turned off compared to standard models, and you’ll still get the quality and performance you expect.
Ready to purchase an electronic device for your home? Find a retailer near you that sells ENERGY STAR certified products. Source: www.nyserda.ny.gov.