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50 years ago, 90% of the homes in Vermont were primarily heated with oil. Today, that percentage is down to 43%. But, while the market for heating oil is declining, the cost of heating fuel is highly volatile. What does that mean for companies that sell heating oil and for homeowners who still heat with… Read More

With the rising cost of fossil fuel, the need to reduce energy use and make our homes more efficient is more urgent than ever. Where do you start and what is the best approach? Read More

Many individuals and businesses who consider transitioning to new technologies are paying attention to what effect increased demand for electricity will have on the way we generate and deliver electricity. Read More

By the time your furnace or boiler starts showing problems from water contamination, your heating system may already be damaged. Read More

The Energy Co-op offers a full maintenance and cleaning service for heat pumps to ensure your system runs safely and efficiently Read More

However, it is important to heed the warning signs of energy loss before those small annoyances turn into bigger problems. Here are some common symptoms of home energy loss. Read More

Every Vermont homeowner can relate to that sinking feeling you get when you open that mid-winter energy bill. Perhaps it’s in the middle of January when your holiday bills come due. Maybe it’s the last week of February as you are trying to figure out if you can afford that spring get-away. Read More

Although rebates and incentives are plentiful in Vermont, sorting through the options to determine which ones apply to you is daunting. Read More

50 years ago, 90% of the homes in Vermont were primarily heated with oil. Today, that percentage is down to 43%. When the market for heating oil is declining, what does it mean for companies that sell heating oil, like the Energy Co-op? Read More