EV Chargers – What’s Up?
If you have an electronic vehicle (EV) or are planning on purchasing one, you will have more than a passing interest in where you are going to find EV chargers, particularly when traveling. As EVs become more and more popular, the demand for chargers of all types is going to dramatically increase.
“We’re green, we’re gray and we’re not going away!”
Senior Stewards Acting for the Environment (SSAFE) (ssafe.org) was formed in 2019 to encourage those over the age of 60 to become involved in climate issues. SSAFE recognizes the value this age group can bring to influence action to meet national climate goals – years of experience, a larger share of society’s financial worth and they vote.
Upper Valley E-Bike Lending Library
E-bike lending library coming to Hanover, June 14-28.
• We will be offering overnight rentals which are very popular and get booked up quickly.
• We will also offer "Demo Days" on Saturdays (Jun 17 and 24) that provide one-hour opportunities for people to try one or more e-bike models.
• All library services are free.
• Reservations required. www.vitalcommunities.org/uvell
Renewable Energy on School Ballot Vote on March 7
When Hanover and Norwich voters go to the polls on Tuesday, March 7, they will see articles on the Dresden (Article 5) and Hanover (Article 9) school warrants pertaining to renewable energy.
What is Community Power?
Community power is a way to purchase electric power that is more renewable and/or less expensive, while also providing community control. Hanover Community Power is coming soon!
Here’s How to Find Out How the Inflation Reduction Act Can Help You!
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was passed last year by Congress and it is a big deal not only for the climate but for consumers as well.
Electric Vehicle Incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act that was signed into law in August includes renewed incentives for buying electric vehicles (EVs). Here is a quick summary to help EV shoppers decide which car to buy and when to buy it.
Transactive Energy* and Your EV
The New Hampshire Electric Coop (NHEC) is looking to use Electric Vehicles in very imaginative ways to add alternative energy to the grid.
First Hanover Styrofoam Recycling A Great Success!
Over twenty volunteers, including six from Hanover’s Rotary Club, helped collect a whole lot of styrofoam at Hanover’s first styrofoam recycling event.
Two Dedicated and Long Term Volunteer Leaders Stepping Down
Two of Sustainable Hanover’s most dedicated, effective, and long term volunteers are stepping down from their leadership roles. Susan Edwards is ending her sojourn as Chair of the Waste Reduction and Recycling initiative and Marjorie Rogalski, as Co-Chair of Sustainable Hanover.
2022 Community Yard Sale
1000’s of goods are about to change hands in our major recycling/reuse event of 2022
Hanover’s July 4th
SHC members Susan Edwards and Marjorie Rogalski decided “enough with COVID” and joined Hanover’s July 4 event, the first in two years. They staffed a table and provided information about the work of the SHC. A number of people stopped by with questions indicating a clear interest in achievements and ongoing programs.
Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH): An Update
The energy future for New Hampshire is looking brighter. CPCNH is poised to become a major player in providing renewable energy. It aims to “lower electricity costs, procure electricity from sustainable sources, and improve competitive markets for local businesses that can offer innovative energy products and services.” www.cpcnh.org
Getting to Hanover
I came to Hanover in part to plug directly into sustainability issues. I've worked on these in the past, installing electric vehicle charges in South Orange way back in 2013, creating plastic bag recycling programs, reducing energy usage in buildings, greening fleets and so much more. Now, Hanover has gone well above and beyond what most communities have done, especially from an energy standpoint. But now I have to make a decision: where will I put my energy (sorry, bad jokes come with me) on sustainability issues in Hanover?
Farewell Julia!
Joint meeting of Sustainable Hanover and Energy Committee honoring Hanover Town Manger Julia Griffin. Front: Julia, Susan Edwards, Yolanda Baumgartner, Judi Colla; Rear Andrew Hatch, Peter Kulbacki, Rob Taylor, Rob Houseman, Marcus Welker, Ben Steele, Barbara Callaway, Stowe Beam, Dennis Robison
Community Power Status Report
Last July, attendees at Hanover’s Town Meeting voted to adopt the proposed Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) to establish Hanover Community Power, a town-wide municipal electricity aggregation. Adoption of the EAP enabled Hanover to begin working with the Community Power Coalition of NH for the procurement of 100% green power for Hanover “retail” (residential and small business) electricity customers.
WHO KNEW?
These are words that Community Climate Connections or C3, a committee of Sustainable Hanover, has been working with a lot in the past few months. We hope that you have seen our “Who Knews?” in the Hanover listserve every Tuesday, on the Sustainable Hanover website where it can be found under “News,” or on the Sustainable Hanover Facebook page.
EV Future — Enough Chargers?
The number of Electric Vehicles (EV’s) on the road is increasing quickly, spurred on by government subsidies, concern for the climate, and Hanover’s own goal of 100% renewable transportation by 2050. But these cars need to be charged. Most people with EV’s do most of their charging at home, but for people who live in apartments, and for trips longer than the range of the car, there need to be public chargers. That has become the focus of the efforts to move towards electric transportation.
E-bikes Coming to Hanover
The Upper Valley E-Bike Lending Library will be in Hanover from June 8 to 28.
Volunteers from Sustainable Hanover and Hanover Bike Walk will offer a mix of two-day rentals and one-hour test rides for community members to experience why electric-assist bicycles (e-bikes) are an increasingly popular choice for local travel.
See the schedule and make a reservation (required) online. As in prior years, the event is free.