In case you were not aware, Connecticut is about to enter into a new phase of how it will encourage and promote renewable power generation.  Some call it bold, some call it unique, and some call it controversial.  Phil Zahodiakin, a writer for AOL Energy, posted an article last week on AOL that explained this [...]

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Last week, a report was released that found that Connecticut was the top state for green jobs potentially created during the first quarter of 2012.  I say potentially because the findings  are based on announced projects.  The report (pdf) was produced by Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2), which according to its web site, is a national community of business [...]

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Guest Post by Zac Colbert Mobile technology is replacing our paper-based practises and offering up a host of more efficient options. With telecommunications improving, soon the idea of working from home won’t be limited to those in digital media. Many businesses are realising how much they could benefit from a sustainable and mobile workforce. Thanks [...]

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In case you missed it, the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, in partnership with Connecticut Light & Power, United Illuminating Company, Yankee Gas, Connecticut Natural Gas, and Southern Connecticut Gas, announced last week the winners of the 2010-2011 Connecticut Zero Energy Challenge at a ceremony at the Inn at Middletown. 

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All homeowners in Connecticut are eligible  to win a free solar electric system courtesy of one of the largest solar installers in the United States.  The winner will receive a solar array for their home (up to 4 kilowatts DC) with a value of up to $25,000. Real Goods Solar with offices in Wilton, CT and based in [...]

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Last week, the Clean Energy Finance and Investment Authority (CEFIA) announced that on December 14th, 2011 The  Authority released a request for public comments on its proposed incentive structure for the revised Residential PV Investment Program. As required by Section 106 in Public Act 11-80, CEFIA is to design and implement a Residential Program that [...]

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