SEON members joined staff at the Rich Earth Institute’s Research Center to learn of the current research on urine diversion and nutrient reclamation as well as technology and products available for installation to mitigate the effects of inefficient or compromised sewage disposal systems.
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The primary use of the funds will be to assist with tuition for those registering for our high performance building training in the fall in Windham County. With this assistance SEON hopes to have a number of our current carpenters certified as Level I High Performance Builders by the end of the year.
SEON receives Vermont Community Foundation grant Read More »
Director of Business Development of Go Labs in Belfast, Maine met wtih SEON’s executive director Guy Payne and others to discuss plans to manufacture batts and board of wood fiber insulation.
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Sustainable Energy Outreach Network (SEON) is pleased to announce that on January 17th, ten more area carpenters and builders completed the Basics of High Performance Building training class taught by Peter Yost, principal at Building-Wright. The class was hosted at the Windham Regional Career Center.
Carpenter/Builders Complete Basics of High Performance Building class Read More »
Living in Vermont offers a unique opportunity to embrace a sustainable lifestyle amidst the region’s natural beauty. When it comes to building environmentally-friendly homes, it is crucial to consider the impact of construction materials. One such material that demands attention is concrete, which has both advantages and potential hazards. In light of this, it is vital for the public to be aware of the environmental concerns associated with concrete usage and to stay informed about recent innovative breakthroughs that can pave the way for a greener future.
Enhancing Sustainable Construction: Exploring Innovative Concrete Breakthroughs Read More »
Wood Heating Initiative Brings Local, Renewable Heat to Windham County’s Public Buildings. State Awards $1.6 Million to Fund Conversions from Oil and Propane.
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While Chad’s home is under construction outside of Brattleboro, Vermont, he is using a combination of straw bale insulation and blown-in cellulose, with airtightness provided by lime-stabilized clay plaster and a variety of materials from Pro Clima.
475 On-Site: Vapor Open Straw Bale Read More »
Peter Yost, Principal and Vice President of Technical Services at BuildingGreen and SEON Board Member, was the recipient of the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 2014 Educator of the Year award at the 2015 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas on January 19, 2015
Peter Yost named NAHB Green Building Educator of the Year Read More »
Southeastern Vermont Economic Development Strategies (SeVEDS), the economic development organization behind the CEDS, announced the plan’s top dozen projects during a press event at the River Garden. The Sustainable Energy Outreach Network (SEON) was one of the 12 making the list.
Southeastern Vermont Economic Development Strategy has completed the Comprehensive Economic Strategy (CEDS) and filed the report to the Economic Development Administration in Washington. A key findings was the identification of the Green Building Products and Services industry sector as an emerging opportunity in Windham County. Given the presence of BuildingGreen, Inc., the Healthy Building Network,
Green Building Products and Services Value Chain in Windham County Read More »
