Vermonters need reliable, affordable, clean heating and cooling.

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We help communities explore how a Thermal Energy Network can serve these energy needs and support other local priorities.

What is a Thermal Energy Network?

Watch our short video about how Thermal Energy Networks work and how they can benefit communities.

We engage communities in identifying viable opportunities for Thermal Energy Network development that incorporates local knowledge, complements existing plans, and supports economic development.

Thermal Energy Networks can:

  • Create more affordable heating and cooling.

  • Replace fossil fuels and use less electricity.

  • Start small and grow over time.

  • Enhance existing initiatives such as affordable housing development, resilience, and downtown revitalization.

  • Be locally owned and operated.

  • Keep energy dollars local and support sustainable economic growth.

Thermal Energy Networks provide highly efficient heating and cooling to many buildings at once, allowing more Vermonters to access clean, affordable energy.