In 2018 Power Trip Energy installed 144 SunPower 327 watt modules on the Fort Worden Commons which will produce over 50,000 kWh a year!
Photo credit to Power Trip Energy and The Fort Worden Commons
The Local 20/20 Energy Action Group (EAG) brings together people interested in energy issues monthly for discussions, presentations and occasional action projects. The EAG supports the Climate Action Plan of the City of Port Townsend/Jefferson County, and the imperative that climate change is impacted by human greenhouse gas emissions.
The EAG is dedicated to finding practical answers to help us locally to conserve energy, save money, enhance our self-reliance and strengthen our community. As an Action Group, we initiate programs and events intended to result in smarter energy use in Jefferson County. Our formal mission is to:
The June Local 20/20 Port Townsend Leader column highlighted two current opportunities for local businesses to obtain funding and/or low interest loans for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements, as well as increasing climate resiliency of buildings. See the full article below. New Energy and Resiliency Funding Opportunities for…
In the latest Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Cyndy Bratz summarizes how the Inflation Reduction Act can save you money and reduce your carbon footprint at the same time. by Cyndy Bratz What if you could reduce your carbon footprint and save money at the same time? …
In the latest Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Cindy Jayne shares some Q&A related to the recent EV Expo. By Cindy Jayne Close to 400 people attended the recent EV Expo, hosted by the Chamber of Jefferson County. Attendees got a firsthand look at over a dozen…
The Chamber of Jefferson County is holding an EV Expo, which will include a variety of electric vehicles (including cars, RVs, bikes, trucks, etc.), breakout sessions on vehicle information, EV owners panel discussion, EV myths, carbon footprint, and more! Partnering with the Chamber on this event is the City of…
Climate and Energy Forum Federal Climate Legislation Wednesday March 10th 5:00 – 6:00 pm Zoom Link: http://bit.ly/mar-10-forum Come learn about climate action in the 2021 Legislative session from: – Derek Kilmer, US Representative, 6th District – Maria Cantwell, US Senator, WA State (Invited) Sponsored by: Climate Action Bainbridge, Sustainable Bainbridge, Citizens Climate…
Here is Local 20/20’s latest Resilience Review column in the Port Townsend Leader published in the 6/5/19 edition (thank you, Leader!). By Tom Engel. Don’t know what to think about climate change? President Trump says “Something’s changing and it’ll change back again”. The UN says that Earth has 10 years…
The EAG is active in many energy projects ranging including conservation, passive houses, conventional and renewable energy production and electric vehicles. Read detailed descriptions of our Active Energy Projects.
The Energy Action Group participated in the monthly Jefferson County Energy Lunch Program, which sponsored a series of monthly speakers and programs on energy issues relevant to Jefferson County.
Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month in Port Townsend, beginning promptly at 3:00p and ending no later than 5:00p. Local 20/20′s Energy Action Group welcomes new members interested in local renewable energy resources and conservation.
If you would like additional information or would like to confirm the meeting location, e-mail us at EAG@L2020.org. The EAG usually, but not always, meets in the conference room of First Federal Bank at 1321 Sims Way, Port Townsend.