Energy Committee Agenda 06.14.23

June 12, 2023 Karen Hambleton Energy Committee, Minutes 0

Meeting at Bradford Area Community Center 5:00-6:00 pm

Review and approval of May Minutes  

  1. Vital Communities Climate Change Leadership Academy Updates.
    • Community Power – Q&A by Henry Herndon, consultant for the Community Power Coalition
  2. Town Hall Renovation Project – See Bradford Bridge for updates.
  3. Municipal Weatherization Status  
    • Fire Station – The Select Board submitted the signed contracts to NHSaves and Shakes to Shingles to weatherize the Fire Station. The Town will receive $11,871.50 from NHSaves upon completion of the project scheduled for this fall.
    • Highway Garage Update – Air sealing (including the use of AeroBarrier) and insulation of the garage building was completed May 17 and 18, 2023. The replacement of weatherstripping around overhead doors and manways has been subcontracted to Distinctive Doors of New London and is scheduled to be completed before the end of the month.
    • Library – Weatherization of our Library in December 2021 resulted in a 25% annual reduction in heating oil use during the 2022 heating season.
  4. Solar Energy – Kathleen updated the Economic Development Committee on the status of the Energy Committee’s work to identify potential locations for municipal solar projects and our conclusion that at this time there are no opportunities.  
  5. Heat Pumps – The Library’s HVAC contractor installed a 5 ton 3 zone ductless heating and cooling system (heat pump) earlier this month thus the Library qualifies for an instant rebate from NHSaves of $1250.
  6. Kearsarge Climate Action Mission Statement- Increase community awareness of the climate crisis and identify opportunities for regional collaboration to effect change.
    • Sandra will attend the KCA Strategic Planning meeting on 6/15/23 where she will share the Energy Committee’s three top priorities for 2023
    • A good place to stay on top of NH legislative updates is through the https://www.newhampshirenetwork.org/NH-bills
  7. BEC Public Outreach
  8. BEC reported on its efforts in pursuing Community Power in Bradford as a way to allow all residents to save money and increase renewable energy.
  9. Proposed articles for publication in July Bradford Bridge
  10. Outreach to NH politicians. The BEC will continue to report on energy saving funding and opportunities for residents and our Municipality.
  11. Other Items
  12. Conclude