Posts Tagged ‘Rebates’

Volunteers Take Energy Efficiency to Cambridge’s Main Streets

CEA canvassing interns: Stephanie, Mira, Danit, Trevor, Federico, Laurence

On July 7th CEA’s six volunteers took to the streets for the first time, canvassing businesses in Inman Square, and eastward on Cambridge Street.…

CEA and NSTAR canvass Cambridge businesses

CEA canvassing interns: Trevor, Laurence, Stephanie, Mira, Danit, Federico

Starting Wednesday, July 7th, a city-wide canvass will be visiting Cambridge business squares, bringing money- and planet-saving opportunities to the doors of hundreds of small businesses.  Canvassers will talk with business owners about what they can do to make their businesses more energy efficient, supplying them with ample information about which programs to employ to best suit their needs.…

Financing a Solar Project

Wayne National Forest Solar Panel Construction by Wayne National ForestThe Cambridge Energy Alliance recently organized an event at the Cambridge City Hall Annex on financing solar energy projects for your home and business.

The event featured some wonderful presentations by our panelists and we wanted to share them with you here.…

Mass Save experiencing difficulties

Due to the overwhelming demand for the Great Mass Appliance Exchange, Mass Save’s web server and phone lines were down earlier today. If you experience any difficulties requesting a rebate authorization, please be patient as Mass Save adjusts its services to meet the load.

Similar demand is being seen across the country.

UPDATE: According to the Boston Globe, and the rebate-only website, the available funds have already been reserved.

Simple savings with smart strips

Smart power strip by villagelinca Too lazy or forgetful to turn off your subwoofer when you shut down your stereo? Or maybe you take the time to do so, but wish a magic elf would power down your computer’s monitor and external hard drive for you instead?…

Cash for your clunky appliance coming soon

New Refrigerator by dsleetor_2000Beginning on Earth Day, you can receive a rebate of up to $250 if you exchange your old refrigerator, dishwasher, clothes washer, or freezer for a new energy efficient model. However advanced registration required for these rebates will only be available for a two week period.  Start planning now if you want to take advantage of this offer and save you money on your utility bills for years to come.

Electronics Recycling II

Printer by Mark Hillary Sarah previously wrote about safe and ethical electronics recycling, and we follow up today with a little information about additional options.

Office supply stores like Staples often have recycling programs1 for computers and peripherals, including cash back for ink and toner cartridges if you prefer not to bring them to a local refill business like InkTec Zone or Cartridge World franchise.…

MA sets standards to meet Green Communities Act goals

lampadina+fiore (lighbulb+flower) by Danilo Rizzuti The New York Times reports today that Massachusetts officials have announced new energy standards to meet the goals set forth by the Green Communities Act of 2008.

New Commonwealth Solar Programs available Today!

The Commonwealth Solar Stimulus and Commonwealth Solar Rebate Programs will be available today at 2:00 PM EST on Wednesday, January 27, 2010.

The Commonwealth Solar Program provides rebates through a non-competitive application process for the installation of photovoltaic (PV) projects.…

Energy Savings Seminars Avaialble to MA Communities

The Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA) is offering free Home Energy Saving Seminars to communities across Massachusetts.   The Massachusetts Municipal Association is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association that provides advocacy, training, publications, research and other services to Massachusetts cities and towns.…