Get Your HomePLUS evaluation before it’s too late!
Thurston Energy will provide HomePLUS energy evaluations at the current price of $195 in Thurston County only until February 29, 2012. After that, the federal grant that buys down the cost of these audits by more than 55% will expire – and the price will go up! The HomePLUS energy audit is a comprehensive, building science-based inspection of a home from an energy-efficiency perspective. Using high-tech diagnostic tools, a BPI-certified assessor... Read More
Reflections on Local Energy and Barbeque
As I reflect back on Monday evening and the whole experience of the Local Energy Convergence, I just keep coming back to two things: the enthusiasm of everyone involved, and the barbecue that I ate after all was said and done. If you know me personally, you’re probably not surprised by either one of those. Before we lost track by the end of the evening, more than 200 people had signed in at the event. During the afternoon session, “Local... Read More
Fun for Everyone at the Local Energy Celebration
You are invited to a very special FREE celebration – where we honor your success (and that of our community!) reducing energy usage. We have a great evening planned, with activities for everyone! What: Local Energy Celebration When: Monday, January 30, 4:30 – 8:00 pm Where: The Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St NW, Olympia WA 98501 Why: To celebrate your success reducing energy (and have a rocking time!) Meet local organizations who are leading... Read More
Why You Should Come to the Local Energy Convergence
On Monday January 30th, two concepts converge: “local” and “energy”. If you want to save energy and save money at home, in your business, or in the way that you buy stuff, or if you just want to enjoy a good time with friends, food, drinks, fun, art and music, come out to the Olympia Center next Monday afternoon and evening for the Local Energy Convergence (http://www.localenergynow.org/). Two local groups are celebrating their customers’... Read More
Hot Spots and Ice Dams
Here’s a suggestion for a fun winter sightseeing sport (thanks, Josh) now that we have as much snow as Duluth, MN – look for Hot Spots and Ice Dams. What are those, you ask? I’m so glad you did! Hot Spots on roofs are places where the snow has inexplicably melted away, even if there was not extra sun shining on it or a seagull landed there and swept the snow off with its wings. Hot Spots are caused by places beneath the roof that are... Read More
Get Your Thurston Energy Yard Sign Today!
Tell the world about your energy efficiency success with our yard signs! Now, all Thurston Energy Savers can display their pride in their choice to save money and make their home more comfortable by becoming energy efficient at home. These long-lasting durable signs are made right here in Lacey – perfect for your front yard. When you sign up for a HomePLUS energy evaluation, you will be given the option of having a yard sign installed at the... Read More
Sign Up for Your HomePLUS by January 31 to Get Buy-down Cost!
Have you been thinking about getting a HomePLUS energy evaluation? Not sure if now is the right time? Well, if you haven’t done so already, now is the time to sign up for a Thurston Energy HomePLUS™. The Thurston Energy program will be going through some changes in the future, and Thurston Energy’s funding for the $195 HomePLUS lasts only until January 31, 2012. For a limited time only, $195 will get you a HomePLUS™ Energy Evaluation through... Read More
Thurston Energy to Present at Interfaith Community Celebration on January 8 at 4:00
Energy Efficiency at Home: Save Money on Energy Bills & Be More Comfortable This Winter Is your house cold? Or drafty? Want to keep your energy costs down this winter? Please join us for a presentation at United Churches on Sunday, January 8, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. before the Interfaith Community Celebration. United Churches is located at 110 11th Avenue SE (on the corner of Capitol Way) in Olympia, and the presentation is open to the public. Learn... Read More
Thanks for a great year!
So I had these great intentions of writing a fabulous Year-in-Review Blog Post, covering all of the highlights of our program, interspersed with heroic events from 2011 and insightful commentary of global events. But … I think I just want to keep it simple instead. Bottom line … I’m really thankful for all of our nearly 700 customers over the last two years. You guys are awesome! The people of Thurston County have really stepped up to... Read More
10kW Solar Array on Fairchild Record Search Building is Complete
We at Thurston Energy wanted to share with you the great success of local Tumwater business owner, Renee Ries. The 10kW solar panel project on Renee’s building at 3400 Capitol has been installed by South Sound Solar ahead of schedule and is operable. Final inspection from the city is tentatively scheduled for tomorrow. Please see a photo of the new installation below. The Thurston Energy program is proud of the journey Renee took from an... Read More