Virginia Energy Efficiency Council

11/28/2025

Check out our 2025 Fall Forum Rural Virginia Panel on Youtube!

This panel discusses tackling energy efficiency in rural Virginia can be a challenge, but the coops and local agencies in these areas have a keen sense in how to overcome those challenges. Erin Puryear, Old Dominion Electric Cooperative discussed the importance of educating coop members while Kris Sieber Dunn with Rappahannock Electric Cooperative presented on the various tools that REC has at its disposal to help members. Aubrey Myers with the Pittsylvania County Community Action Agency rounded out the panel with a focus on weatherization. The panel was moderated by Elena Vera with ICF.

Tackling energy efficiency in rural Virginia can be a challenge, but the coops and local agencies in these areas have a keen sense in how to overcome those c...

11/21/2025

Check out this video from our 2025 Fall Forum about energy efficiency on campus!

Universities are a unique proving ground for energy efficiency and clean energy advancements. This discussion focused on projects and programs across three top Virginia schools, and how they can act as a proof of concept for their surrounding communities. The panelists were Jesse Warren (University of Virginia), Greg Farley (George Mason University), Nam Nguyen, and was moderated by VAEEC Board member McKenna Dunbar (The Grid Foundry).

Universities are a unique proving ground for energy efficiency and clean energy advancements. This discussion focused on projects and programs across three t...

11/14/2025

Check out this video of our Keynote Speaker, Dr. Reuven Sussman (ACEEE), from our 2025 Fall Forum.

Dr. Reuven Sussman, Director of the Behavior, Health and Human Dimensions Program at ACEEE spoke about changing consumer behaviors through the EAST framework – making the change Easy, Attractive, Social, and Timely. He also walked through case studies for successful behavioral energy efficiency programs.

Dr. Reuven Sussman, Director of the Behavior, Health and Human Dimensions Program at ACEEE spoke about changing consumer behaviors through the EAST framework...

11/07/2025

Check out this video from our 2025 Fall Forum about Messaging

This panel focused on how to translate technical jargon into actionable messaging around EE. One of the panelists likened building a story to building a house and encouraged participants to explain EE "like you're talking to your grandma." The panelists were Charles Paullin (InsideClimateNews), Jake Barnet (ClearlyEnergy), Rad Tollet (Rad Tollet LLC), and was moderated by VAEEC Board Secretary Bill Eger (ETHOS Sustainability).

This panel focused on how to translate technical jargon into actionable messaging around EE. One of the panelists likened building a story to building a hous...

11/06/2025

19% of homes audited for weatherization were deferred in 2023 due to repair issues. Repairs allow access to energy efficiency, lower bills, and healthier homes.

Join ACEEE's webinar on November 19th to learn what's possible and how programs can bridge the gap.

According to a nationally representative survey, the Weatherization Assistance Program initially deferred 19% of audited homes in 2023 due to repair issues. If repaired, these homes could benefit from significant energy savings, improve residents’ health, and lower utility bills. Join us for a web...

11/03/2025

Check out this article!

EPA retreats from plans to end the Energy Star program - Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald

10/31/2025

Check out our 2025 Fall Forum Energy Improvement Incentives Panel on Youtube!

This panel covers utility programs, appliance rebates, tax credits, weatherization – navigating the maze of EE incentives in an ever-changing world is difficult even for professionals. This panel looked at federal, state, and local tools to help homeowners, renters, business owners, and contractors take advantage of these programs. The panelists were Noah Goldmann (Rewiring America), Jessica Greene (Virginia Energy), Maya Dhavale (Fairfax County), and was moderated by Rebecca Hui (VAEEC).

Utility programs, appliance rebates, tax credits, weatherization – navigating the maze of EE incentives in an ever-changing world is difficult even for profe...

10/30/2025

Great Article from NTC Corporate:

https://ntccorporate.com/blog/bridging-the-tou-knowledge-gap-how-utility-customer-education-can-boost-time-of-use-adoption-rates/

10/29/2025

ICF's Justin Mackovyak shares his insights on energy efficiency and customer trust:

https://www.utilitydive.com/news/renewing-the-case-for-energy-efficiency-a-grid-resource-customer-trust-to/803722/

10/29/2025

Check out this article about energy saving in Virginia:

https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/virginia-energy-connect-program-launch/

10/29/2025

Interesting article from ICF about affordable energy:

https://www.icf.com/insights/energy/how-utilities-can-keep-energy-affordable-as-demand-grows

10/28/2025

Check out this article from Fairfax County's Park Authority:

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/park-news/2025/park-authority-energy-efficiency-award-spring-hill