Energy Committee Agenda 12.17.24

5:00 pm Bradford Town Hall

Review and approval of November Minutes

  • Community Power Update
  • Municipal Weatherization Status – The BEC plans to evaluate the effectiveness of the weatherization projects and to identify other energy saving opportunities at the Fire Station, Highway Garage and the Library. Sandra is obtaining fuel oil and electricity consumption data for the past two years as well as information on the oil burning equipment for these three facilities.
  • Solar Energy
  • Electrification
    • Geothermal opportunities?
    • Heat pump installation opportunities?
    • Other?
  • New Hampshire Network Update
  • Legislative Updates
  • BEC Public Outreach in December –  None
  • Proposed articles for January Bridge – Susan to provide an update on Inflation Reduction Act Funds available in 2025. Also a reminder of which energy improvements offer federal tax credits on 2024 tax returns.
  • Other Item
    • Recycling Styrofoam – Sandra will continue to pursue opportunities including a potential Styrofoam Collection Day in Bradford
    • NHSaves Opportunities for Bradford businesses?
    • Reminder to Residents of potential savings for energy audits and weatherization?
    • Inflation Reduction Funds availability
    • Review of Draft BEC Summary for Inclusion in the 2024 Annual Town Report
  • Conclude