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[edit] Tamworth Volunteer Energy Commission (TVEC)
[edit] TVEC E-Mail and Discussion Group
tvec@sfly.com TVEC
[edit] Official Websites
[edit] TVEC Monthly meetings
3rd Monday of the Month 7pm, Tamworth Town Office, Tamworth, NH
The Tamworth Volunteer Energy Committee is officially now a Commission as of 10/2009.
COMMISSION MEMBERS Ed Maduskuie (Chair), Gerrit Zwart (expire October 2012) Marletta Maduskuie (secretary), Sam Sayers (CoChair) (expire October 2011) Art Smith, Tom Daley (expire October 2010) Planning Board Rep: Nicole Maher-Whiteside Board of Selectmen Rep: Willie Farnum Project Associate: Chris Conrod and Chris Franchi
[edit] 2011 Activities & Events
Energy Fair 2011 - New for 2011, TVEC will be Co-Sponsoring the 2011 Energy Fair, we are looking for additional groups that would like to Sponsor the Fair with the Students of K. A. Brett School, Tamworth, NH
[edit] 2010 Activities & Events
August, 2010 - Tamworth Farmers Market TVEC Info Table - Tamworth, NH 10am - noon
July 24, 2010 Saturday Chocorua Day TVEC Info Table - Chocorua, NH 10am - 2pm
July 4, 2010 Sunday Tamworth Family Day TVEC Info Table - Tamworth, NH 9am - 2pm
June 21, 2010 Monday Tamworth Energy Commission Public Forum The Tamworth Energy Commission will have a special Q&A session at the Tamworth Town Hall.
All are welcome to join to learn more about:
ENERGY CONSERVATION AND SOLAR ENERGY GENERATION
Energy Conservation--How & Why Solar Hot Water and Photovoltaic Systems Sighting Requirements Brief Overview of Systems Economics-$$$$$$$ Cost to install Incentives available Payback Resources
Presented by Carl McNall and Kim Frase (Frase Electric)
March 13, 2010, Saturday Energy Fair
The first Annual K. A. Brett School Energy Fair of 2010 will be a landmark event with the convergence of curious young minds in energy conservation, the Tamworth Volunteer Energy Commission (TVEC) and the community of like minds interested in the future. In Tamworth, 9am – 12pm, the venue for the First Annual ‘Energy Fair’, bringing together students, teachers and the community to look at sustainability within the residential, agricultural and business arenas to explore directions and innovation in Alternative Energy, which is fast emerging as the focus of crucial green initiatives and future jobs.
January 26, 2010, Tuesday - Presentation 'Spend a Penny Save a Dime' will look at the do-it-yourself ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND POTENTIAL ENERGY REDUCTION of our businesses and homes. Sponsored by the Greater Ossipee Area Chamber of Commerce, CoSponsored by TVEC and Hosted by Samantha’s Inn & Lounge, 6pm to 8pm, located on Rte 16 in Tamworth, NH. Reviewing electrical energy loss, energy conservation, short term and long term benefits, professional home energy audits and more. Presented by Edward Maduskuie of ESM Electric and Solar Works and an instructor at Lakes Region Community College – Electrical and Energy departments.
[edit] 2009 Activities & Events
Family Day July 4th, 2009 TVEC Info Table - Chocorua, NH 9am - 2pm
OPEN HOUSE July 18, 2009 Edward Maduskuie of ESM Solar Works presenting HOW TO make a Recycled Solar Hot Water Collector at the Mad Planter, Garden Center, Chocorua, NH 10am - 4pm Sponsored by TVEC
Chocurua Day July 25th, 2009 TVEC Info Table - Chocorua, NH 10am - 2pm This is the last scheduled event for 2009
Tamworth Farmers Market August 15th, 2009 TVEC Info Table - Tamworth, NH 9am - 12pm
Tamworth Conservation Commission - December 14th, 2009 - TVEC invited to TCC meeting.
Thank you for a en'light'ening year.
[edit] PROJECTS
Exhibits / Presentations 'Insulation Eergy Saver Board 2009 | 2010' is being crafted by committee member Edward Maduskuie, of ESM Electric Inc. and Solar Works, to exhibit ways to reduce energy loss. It will demonstrate light options, insulation options and more. 'Recycled' Solar Hot Water Collector was demonstrated at the Mad Planter Garden Center - on how to extend your growing season. The parts to make the solar hot water collector were recycled, reclaimed and donated parts. A PowerPoint presentation was also available documenting the progression of the design. Information Booths During the course of the 2009 season - TVEC could be found at many town events and farmers markets with informational handouts, powerpoint presentations and a lot of smiles.
Street Lighting 2009 | 2010 The TVEC committee has sent a proposal to the Town of Tamworth that identifies street light locations and a conversion or reduction proposal to reduce cost to the residents of Tamworth. A PowerPoint presentation was created by Chris Conrod detailing current street light positions along with details on what cost saving may be incurred with modification to the existing street light configurations or eliminations.
Vehicle Idling 2009 Campaign completed to reduce vehicle idling, particularly in front of the local post offices and the schools. The No Idling signs are prominently placed in front of the Tamworth and Chocorua Post Offices, GIII Gas Station, The Other Store, Bearcamp School
Education '2010 Energy Fair' working in concert with the Tamworth Conservation Commission and K. A. Brett School, scheduled for March 13, 2010. Educational print pieces have been produced and distributed to students and town residents.
NH Carbon Challenge The KA Brett School invited the TVEC committee to join them in the NH Carbon Challenge. The Committee has been very active in promoting the program and inviting individuals and businesses to enter the NH Carbon Challenge. Through the Churches, Greater Ossipee Area Chamber of Commerce, Altrusa, Tamworth Exchange, posters, communication, information booths and handouts.
K. A. Brett School 2009 Working with the school board to address energy issues in the schools, and the planning board to begin to address Low Impact Building Codes. Members attended the Governor's Climate Challenge Task force meetings, and are working on a Hazardous Waste Collection Day. September of 2009 introduction of LighTec to School Superintendant Jay McIntire - exploring Energy Audit possibilites.
The 'Gift of Light' Project 2009
Can a light bulb change the world? Well, it is a step - the CFL light bulb distribution was a big success - starting at the Town Meeting in the Spring of 2009 and then again in the late Summer of 2009 to residents unable to make it to the Town meeting. Along with the CFL light bulbs you could find information on the correct disposal and clean up of broken CFL's.
'Energy' Analysis - Town of Tamworth 2009 | 2010 Beginning October of 2009, LighTech of Merrimack, NH will begin the 'Energy' Audit on the town buildings and vehicle fuel consumption to determine the next plan of action in reducing the towns energy expenditure.
Grant Writing ONGOING
Writing grant proposals (one from NEGEF) for education and public research, and another to purchase programmable thermostats for all of the public buildings. Request funding to Video Enery Fair, ongoing programs and create and print educational material for public education.
[edit] MISSION STATEMENT
TVEC Mission Statement: Investigate the use of energy in the town. Recommend local steps to save energy and reduce emissions. Promote the use of renewable energy in public buildings, businesses and homes. Reach out to the community through education. Coordinate the creation of a town energy plan.
[edit] Commission Members
Edward Maduskuie - Chair - expires 10/2012 - Associate Degree in Electronics - Wentworth Institute. Associate Professor Lakes Region Community College - Electrical Technology and Photovoltaic. Owner/Operator ESM Electric Inc. & ESM Solar Works. Instructor Lakes Region Community College Current member of the TVEC (Tamworth Volunteer Energy Committee), NHSEA, NABCEP, NFPA, MESEA, ASES, NHECA, Building Trades Association
Sam Sayers - Co-Chair - expires 10/2011 - Seven years of home building experience and currently works with the sustainable building firm B.E.A.M. Constructions. He is actively expanding his knowledge and practice of carbon reduction strategies through his mentorship relationship with the BEAM owners, attending new England green building workshops and reading. San and his family relocated to Tamworth in 2006 and decided to volunteer with the Energy Committee to share his green building experiences and continue to expand his carbon reduction learning.
Marletta Maduskuie - Member Secretary - expires 10/2011 -
Certificate Marketing and Design – RISD, SMTC Computer Graphic Design.
Owner Operator of Mad Planter, LLC Garden Center.
Executive Director: GOACC (Greater Ossipee Area Chamber of Commerce) Member of: TVEC (Tamworth Volunteer Energy Committee), EDC (Tamworth Economic Development Committee)
Art Smith - Member - expires 10/2010 - Tamworth, NH
Gerrit Zwart - Member - expires 10/2012 - Tamworth, NH
Chris Conrod - Project Associate
Chris Franchi - Project Associate
Nicole Maher-Whiteside - Tamworth Planning Board Rep
Willie Farnum - Tamworth Board of Selectmen Rep
