The Rollinsford Energy Commission (REC) will serve as an advisory committee to the Rollinsford Select Board on issues related to energy. The goal of the REC is to promote and encourage energy conservation measures for Rollinsford’s residents, businesses and municipal operations. The commission will work with the Town staff to review current energy efficiency. The commission’s objectives include:
- Increase public awareness and encourage participation in the reduction of energy consumption and carbon emissions; opportunities relating to sustainability and renewable energy sources
- Research energy related issues and actions taken by other Local Energy Commissions in New Hampshire
- Gather educational and informational resources for the use of residents, businesses and the Town
- Develop a plan to address the short- and long-term energy needs of Rollinsford. The plan may include projects such as:
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- Research installation of solar arrays on town property
- Research conversion of street lights to LED
- Oversight of current hydroelectric power lease
- Research energy efficiency standards and regulations being implemented by the State of New Hampshire’s Department of Energy and Planning
- Research grant and rebate opportunities through the local utility company and other sources
- Develop recommendations to the Select Board to improve efficiencies in energy and fuel use town wide
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