Hello Harrisonburg

Hugh Stoll of Harrisonburg talks about three ways he focuses on sustainability in Harrisonburg: his new net zero home in Harrisonburg, his ownership of hydroelectric dams, and his contribution to EMU’s pioneering solar installation.  Tune in and learn how finding a huge troll on Facebook can lead to a free cocktail. Links and Resources: The Mother Ann Lee HydroElectric Plant Secure Futures Blog Link to study mentioned in show “The system is also providing value to HEC, through avoided energy and demand charges. As a municipal, non-generating, utility company, HEC purchases wholesale energy from Dominion Virginia Power, selling that energy at retail to its Harrisonburg customers. In partnership with HEC senior management the study concludes that the average net benefit to HEC per kilowatt of installed solar capacity is $22.78/kW. “ L’Arche October 3-4, 2015 Solar Open House Tour SVREA.org Sazerac