Air Sealing Workshop for Contractors on May 4
AirSealing & Energy Efficient Detailing: Training and Hands-On Practicum for Remodelers, Insulators and Energy Service Providers Saturday May 4, 8am This will be a great opportunity to learn the best techniques for airsealing on both Retrofit and New Construction. One thing you will learn is how to airseal a coved ceiling, covered in the Guild’s Technical Flash Card (click to view the flash card): We will be referencing and sharing 5 other flash cards for... Read More
Cold Cash Now Warming Homes Through June 21st, 2013
It may be getting warmer outside these days but here at Thurston Energy, the cash is colder than ever! Thurston Energy is pleased to announce the EXTENSION of the “Cold Ca$h For A Warm Home” rebate program! When the “Cold Ca$h” program began back in December of 2012, our goal was to help folks become more energy efficient, save money on their heating bills and be more comfortable in their homes. Not only have we met those goals, but in the process, customers have put over... Read More
Make Your Own Insulating Window Inserts – Workshops on January 5 and 12
Are your windows putting a CHILL on your comfort and your budget? Join us on Saturday, January 5 or Saturday January 12, from 10 am - 4 pm Learn a simple method to build insulating window inserts that can help you save energy, cut costs and help the environment while you learn how to build simple, low-cost interior insulating window inserts. These double layered windows fit snugly inside the window opening, are easily removable and can be made in custom sizes. They are built... Read More
Make Your Own Insulating Window Inserts – Workshops on December 1 and 15!
Are your windows putting a CHILL on your comfort and your budget? Join us on either Saturday,December 1 or Saturday December 15, from 10 am – 3 pm Learn a simple method to build insulating window inserts that can help you save energy, cut costs and help the environment while you learn how to build simple, low-cost interior insulating window inserts. These double layered windows fit snugly inside the window opening, are easily removable and can be made in custom sizes. They... Read More
Make Your Own Insulating Storm Windows Inserts – Workshop on Saturday, October 20!
Are your windows putting a CHILL on your comfort and your budget? Join us This Saturday, October 20, 10 am – 3 pm Learn a simple method to build insulating window inserts that can help you save energy, cut costs and help the environment while you learn how to build simple, low-cost interior insulating window inserts. These double layered windows fit snugly inside the window opening, are easily removable and can be made in custom sizes. They are built on a wood frame with... Read More
What’s Next … Local Energy Convergence!
I get asked a lot what is next for Thurston Energy, since our big grant will be complete soon. I’m happy to announce that Thurston Energy will continue on as the Local Energy Program of the Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC), in collaboration with the Thurston Climate Action Team (TCAT). To kick off 2012, Thurston Energy is collaborating with the Buy Local Program to hold the first “Local Energy Convergence” in downtown Olympia (at the Olympia Center) on January... Read More
Thurston Energy to Present at Tumwater Timberland Library Saturday, November 12
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 Tumwater Timberland Library on Saturday, November 12, from 1:00- 2:00 pm. The Library is located at 7023 New Market Street, Tumwater WA 98501-6563, and the presentation is open to the public. Learn how to figure out where your home is wasting energy and what you can... Read More
Thurston Energy to Present at Lacey Timberland Library on Saturday, October 29
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 Lacey Timberland Library on Saturday, October 29, from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. The Library is located at 500 College Street SE, Lacey WA 98503, and the presentation is open to the public. Learn how to figure out where your home is wasting energy and what you can do about... Read More
What does Energy Efficiency Mean to You?
Recently, I’ve been thinking about what energy efficiency is, and what it means to me, to my family, to our community, and to our world. To me, energy efficiency represents freedom – freedom from high utility bills, freedom to be comfortable in my own home without having to wear two pairs of socks, freedom from dependence on foreign oil – but I’m curious to know what other people think energy efficiency means to them. So what DOES it mean to you? How do... Read More
Yes, Deloris … This IS a good time for Energy Improvements
I get asked this question a lot: “With the economy so bad … do you think this is a good time for people to spend money on their houses?” And I love to flip this one on its head and give the answer that the asker just doesn’t expect: “That makes this the BEST time to do it.” Really? Yes. In a time of double-dip recession fears, bursted bubbles, and roller coasting stock markets, it’s good to have something you can count on. Making improvements in your... Read More