February 2019
St. Johnsbury Solar & Storage Open House
Winter has arrived ... Do you have a backup source of energy if your power goes out? Have you been seeing your friends and neighbors going solar? Then this event is for you! Come check out Mary Anne Gummere and Peter Gummere's house in Saint Johnsbury, see their amazing new Tesla Powerwall alongside their solar system, and learn how solar and energy storage can work together to give you clean power and peace of mind. When storms hit and the…
Find out more »Grand Isle: Solar & Storage Workshop
Why Solar Home Energy Storage? At SunCommon, we believe that everyone has the right to a healthy environment and a brighter future – and renewable energy is where it starts. Energy from the sun can power every aspect of our lives – now we can even store that power, and take even more control of where our energy comes from. When we combine solar power and energy storage, we can power with sunshine during the day and through the night…
Find out more »Hinesburg: Solar + Tesla Powerwalls 101
Why Solar Home Energy Storage? At SunCommon, we believe that everyone has the right to a healthy environment and a brighter future – and renewable energy is where it starts. Energy from the sun can power every aspect of our lives – now we can even store that power, and take even more control of where our energy comes from. When we combine solar power and energy storage, we can power with sunshine during the day and through the night…
Find out more »WEBINAR – The Breakdown: What if you could store your solar power for later?
Questions about solar? Wanna stay cozy on the couch and access the experts? Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE for the third segment of our four part video series we are calling The Breakdown! SunCommon's Solar-Extraordinaire Becca White will be breaking down the information barrier with this fun and interactive live event. And while we're at it, all viewers will be entered to win a $10 gift card to Ben & Jerry's! Tune and ask away, Becca wants to answer your…
Find out more »WEBINAR – The Breakdown: The SunCommon Home
Questions about solar? Wanna stay cozy on the couch and access the experts? Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE for the FINAL segment of our four part video series we are calling The Breakdown! This one is about optimizing your life for the lowest carbon impact. SunCommon's Solar-Extraordinaire Becca White will be breaking down the information barrier with this fun and interactive live event. And while we're at it, all viewers will be entered to win a $10 gift card to…
Find out more »March 2019
2019 Vermont Flower Show
What better way to say goodbye to winter than the Vermont Flower Show? Enjoy beautiful landscape displays, smell the fresh flowers and plan your spring planting. While you're enjoying the beauty around you, consider how going solar will help our planet (and your pocketbook!). Powering your life with free energy from the sun is like planting 300 trees each year. Stop by the SunCommon booth to learn more about going solar with no upfront cost and using energy from the…
Find out more »2019 Essex Winter Carnival
Climate change doesn't take the winter off - and neither do we! Join SunCommon at Essex Winter Carnival for some winter fun with the bounce house and corn hole! There will also be music, performance, awesome winter activities inside and out, great food, refreshments, and so much more!
Find out more »Burlington Home Show
Vermont's largest home show is back! Join SunCommon at the 24th Annual Burlington Home Show and experience the latest in clean energy technologies for your home.
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Yankee Bookshop, Woodstock
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown the book. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown…
Find out more »NY Drawdown Series: Rough Draft
During the month of March, the New York Public Library Association is mobilizing statewide book discussions of Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming, edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming, as identified through rigorous scientific research, via short, readable essays. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it provides, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. SunCommon is supplementing those…
Find out more »NY – Home Sweet Own! Home Buyer Seminar
Are you thinking about buying a home? Yes?! Well, lucky you, SunCommon is sponsoring a free Home Buying Master Class! Our expert presenters will help you navigate the home buying process. Learn about: Financial Preparedness, Homeowners Insurance, Mortgage Derailers and Finding your Dream Home.
Find out more »NY Drawdown Series: Newburgh Free Public Library
During the month of March, the New York Public Library Association is mobilizing statewide book discussions of Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming, edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming, as identified through rigorous scientific research, via short, readable essays. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it provides, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. SunCommon is supplementing those…
Find out more »NY Drawdown Series: Briars & Brambles Bookstore
During the month of March, the New York Public Library Association is mobilizing statewide book discussions of Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming, edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming, as identified through rigorous scientific research, via short, readable essays. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it provides, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. SunCommon is supplementing those…
Find out more »NY Drawdown Series: The Golden Notebook
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. During the month of March, the New York Public Library Association is mobilizing statewide book discussions of "Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming," edited by Paul Hawkens. We at SunCommon are supplementing those efforts by partnering with small local bookstores to get copies of the book in more people's hands while also starting conversations about local solutions to global challenges posed by the…
Find out more »VT Drawdown Series: The Flying Pig Bookstore
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it…
Find out more »NY Drawdown Series: Albert Wisner Public Library
During the month of March, the New York Public Library Association is mobilizing statewide book discussions of Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming, edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming, as identified through rigorous scientific research, via short, readable essays. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it provides, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. SunCommon is supplementing those…
Find out more »VT Drawdown Series: Jeudevine Library, Hardwick
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown the book. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown…
Find out more »VT Drawdown Series: Bridgeside Books, Waterbury
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown the book. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming edited by Paul Hawken. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown…
Find out more »April 2019
Drawdown Series: Norwich Bookstore
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon and its…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Phoenix Bookstore in Rutland
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon and its…
Find out more »2019 LEAP Energy Fair
SunCommon is proud to sponsor the LEAP energy fair. Vermont's largest energy fair, the Waterbury LEAP fair will be held on April 6 at Crossett Brook Middle School. With over 75 vendors, lots of workshops and cool displays, attendees of the fair can get all their energy related questions answered. http://www.waterburyleap.org/projects/leap-energy-fair/
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Phoenix Bookstore in Burlington
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon and its…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Farm Store, Jeffersonville
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon and its…
Find out more »NY Drawdown Series: The Inquiring Minds Bookstore
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon at Inquiring…
Find out more »NY – HOMOsteading Expo
The Hudson Valley LGBTQ Center and SunCommon are teaming up to bring a fun, whole-family queer event to Kingston! The HOMOsteading Expo will bring together local LGBTQ practitioners of all manner of sustainability and homesteading crafts and trades, including renewable energy, forestry and agriculture, textile arts, food preservation, climate and environmental justice, and traditional medicine. Whether you’re dreaming about collective craft nights or you’re ready to realize your wildest doomsday-prepper dreams, these are the people and skills you want on…
Find out more »Basilica Green Energy Fair: Hudson, NY
Regenerating Planet, People & Economy. SunCommon is proud to partner with Basilica Hudson and CYCLEffect Regenerative Ventures to present a day of Green Energy. 🌱 a marketplace of new energy leaders and environmental advocates 🌱 presentations and discussions by community leaders and alternative energy experts 🌱 learn the tools to protect our future and to together serve, inspire and care for the region we live in. 🌱 CYCLEffect will present its work into biogas, a model which captures, reuses and…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Moretown Town Hall
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon and its…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Nevermore Bookstore
At SunCommon, we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment. To that end, we are hosting a series of conversations at various book stores and libraries throughout the state, discussing the 2017 book Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. Drawdown outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. For each solution, the book describes its history, the carbon reduction impact, the relative cost and savings, the path to adoption, and how it works. Join SunCommon and its…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Sandy’s Bookstore and Cafe
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it…
Find out more »Solar Coffee Break at Newport Natural Market
What's with all the solar panels popping up on roofs in Vermont? Come on over to Newport Naturals Cafe and learn how your friends and neighbors are saving money and gaining energy independence by going solar. The friendly folks at SunCommon, Vermont's largest locally owned solar installer, will help guide you through the ins and outs of solar panels, battery backup systems, cold climate heat pumps and electric vehicle chargers. You can power your life with energy from the sun,…
Find out more »Solar Happy Hour at Kingdom Brewing
HAPPY FRIDAY! Stop by Kingdom Brewery for a pint on SunCommon! This fun and informal solar themed happy hour at Kingdom Brewery in Newport is the perfect place to learn about your solar options. Thinking about going solar but not sure what the options are? Heard about solar at no upfront cost? No formal presentation, but stop in, talk to Kevin and get your questions answered.
Find out more »Earth Day Celebration! The Phantom Gardener: Rhinebeck, NY
Join The Phantom Gardener for their annual Earth Day Celebration! A fun day of plants sales, workshops, kids activities, and more! Workshops - Please call 845.876.8606 to Reserve a Spot 11 AM - Organic Veggie Gardening & Seed Starting (Free) 1 PM - Easter Centerpieces Make & Take ($35) Hover Farms will have animals to meet and pet. Frites of NY Food Truck will be on site. HudsonValley Hatchet will have ax throwing from 12-2 PM. The Phantom Gardener has…
Find out more »Solar Energy 101: Warwick, NY
What could be better than some delicious food and drinks from The Tuscan Cafe? How about enjoying those treats for free and talking about the opportunities to go solar with SunCommon! Join Scott from SunCommon at The Tuscan Cafe in Warwick for an info session about solar energy and the current incentives available to New York State residents. SunCommon offers several ways to go solar: CSA, roof mounts, ground mounts and home energy storage (Tesla Powerwalls!) Learn how you can…
Find out more »2019 Vermont Maple Festival
The 53rd Vermont Maple Festival is a food and arts celebration held at St. Albans in the state of Vermont. The festival is a three-day event held annually over the last weekend in April. During the event, there are exhibits and demonstrations, entertainment, and a craft & antiques show all dedicated to maple syrup. We'll be bringing the solar powered bounce house fun!
Find out more »Solar Energy 101: Chatham, NY
Want to break free from your electric bill? Yes!? Solar is your solution. Join Bob from SunCommon at the Chatham Real Food Market Co-op for an info session about solar energy and the current incentives available to New York State residents. Learn how easy and affordable it is to go solar. This event is free. Food and drink will be provided. RSVP Now! Loading...
Find out more »Drawdown Series: The Vermont Bookshop
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it…
Find out more »May 2019
Richmond: Solar & Energy Storage 101
Why Solar Home Energy Storage? At SunCommon, we believe that everyone has the right to a healthy environment and a brighter future – and renewable energy is where it starts. Energy from the sun can power every aspect of our lives – now we can even store that power, and take even more control of where our energy comes from. When we combine solar power and energy storage, we can power with sunshine during the day and through the night…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it…
Find out more »Solar Happy Hour: Keegan Ales, Kingston, NY
Grab A Drink On Us. Thirsty for knowledge about going solar? Stop by Keegan Ales in Kingston and let SunCommon buy you a drink. Just like SunCommon, Keegan Ales cares about their community, and are proud that their brewery doubles as a community hub. No formal presentation, just a casual night out. This is your chance to ask all the solar questions that have been dancing around in your head. What are my solar options? What is a CSA and how…
Find out more »Apple Blossom Day: Red Hook, NY
Spring is here! Celebrate with Apple Blossom Day in the Village of Red Hook! Live music, Food Trucks, Sunflower Planting with SunCommon, Petting Zoo, Craft Vendors and Balloon Sculptures. Live on Stage 11 AM Solas As Lae 12 PM Celtic Heels Irish Dance 1 PM Dream Studio Dance 2 PM The McCann Band 3 PM The Stringmasters Country Band Food Favorites High Country Que Kayla's Fried Dough Nino's Big Bite The Green Palate The Lunch Box Hosted by the Red…
Find out more »St. Albans: Buying, Selling, or Building a Solar Home
Here comes the SUN! We at SunCommon know that springtime is a busy season for home buying & selling homes throughout Vermont. Let us help you or your real estate professional understand the specifics of Buying, Selling, and Building a Solar Home at this fun and informative workshop. Join us for an exciting Lunch & Learn at the Peoples Trust Company, 1 Franklin Park W, St Albans City, VT 05478. (Please park on the west side of the building, facing…
Find out more »South Burlington: Buying, Selling, or Building a Solar Home
Here comes the SUN … We at SunCommon know that springtime is a busy season for home buying & selling homes throughout Vermont. Let us help you or your real estate professional understand the specifics of Buying, Selling, and Building a Solar Home at this fun and informative workshop. Join us for an exciting Lunch & Learn at the KW Vermont at 68 Randall St, South Burlington. Please reach out to Erin with any questions: Erin.Rocheleau@SunCommon.com (802) 398-7118 Let us…
Find out more »Drawdown Series: Bear Pond Books, Montpelier
At SunCommon we believe everyone has the right to a healthy environment, and to work towards that mission we are supporting authors and books that promote positive change. We have created a series of conversations that are being hosted at different book stores and libraries throughout Vermont, discussing Drawdown. Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming outlines the 100 most substantive solutions to global warming. Within each solution, Drawdown describe its history, the carbon impact it…
Find out more »Solar Energy 101: Red Hook, NY
Have you ever thought about switching to solar but didn't know where to start? There's a lot of information out there and it can be overwhelming. We get it. That's why we're hosting Solar 101 at Taste Budd's Cafe. Join Bob Braunlich of SunCommon to get the facts about solar energy in New York. Have your questions answered and grab some delicious Taste Budd's food on us!
Find out more »Vermont Cannabis and Hemp Fest
Go Green with SunCommon at New England’s largest cannabis convention! Come learn how solar can combat high electric bills. There will be two full days of exhibitions, educational seminars, and speakers related to medical marijuana, industrial hemp, CBD wellness products, and the ever-growing New England cannabis industry.
Find out more »The Changing State of Solar: Red Hook, NY
New York’s solar incentives are pretty sweet - but they’re changing soon. New York State has one of the best programs in the nation to help us go solar. On an average sized system, incentives and tax credits take care of over 50% of the cost. Wow - that’s incredible! And it’s helping us get to 50% renewables by 2030. BUT the incentives are changing. The NYSERDA incentive is going down over 40%, likely in September. And the federal…
Find out more »Montpelier: Buying, Selling, or Building a Solar Home
Here comes the SUN … We at SunCommon know that springtime is a busy season for home buying & selling homes throughout Vermont. Let us help you or your real estate professional understand the specifics of Buying, Selling, and Building a Solar Home at this fun and informative workshop. Join us for an exciting Lunch & Learn at the Vermont Association of Realtors at 148 State Street in Montpelier. Please reach out to Erin with any questions: Erin.Rocheleau@SunCommon.com (802) 398-7118…
Find out more »Solar Happy Hour: Rough Draft, Kingston, NY
Grab A Drink On Us. Thirsty for knowledge about going solar? Stop by Rough Draft in Kingston and let SunCommon buy you a drink. Rough Draft is a unique spot - a bar and bookstore combo. It's a must-visit. No formal presentation, just a casual night out. This is your chance to ask all the solar questions that have been dancing around in your head: What are my solar options? What is a CSA and how does it work? Your community…
Find out more »Solar Happy Hour: Newburgh Brewing Company
Grab A Drink On Us. Stop by Newburgh Brewing Company and let SunCommon buy you a drink at this fun and informal solar themed happy hour! Experience what makes this brewery so special and indulge in one of their 20 different types of beers on tap, while also learning about all of your solar options in the Hudson Valley. No formal presentation, just a casual night out. This is your chance to ask all the solar questions that have been…
Find out more »NEK: Buying, Selling, or Building a Solar Home
Here comes the SUN … We at SunCommon know that springtime is a busy season for home buying & selling homes throughout Vermont. Let us help you or your real estate professional understand the specifics of Buying, Selling, and Building a Solar Home at this fun and informative workshop. Join us for an exciting Lunch & Learn at VSECU: 1036 Memorial Dr. in St. Johnsbury. Please reach out to Becca with any questions: Becca@SunCommon.com (802) 798-2643 Let us know you're…
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