Reduce Chittenden County's consumption of energy and reliance on non-renewable, energy. Improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency and reliability on the energy production, transmission, and distribution system.
Percent of Electricity Saved
Current Value
1%
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
This indicator measures the amount of energy saved, as a percentage of electricity consumed, through energy efficiency measures. For electricity, these measures include the use of compact fluorescent light-bulbs, energy star appliances, light-emitting diode (LED) lights, and programs that educate people on how to use less electricity in their homes and businesses. Measures that reduce natural gas usage for heating homes and businesses include weatherization improvements that reduce air leakage and drafts and block heat loss in the winter.
Why Is This Important?
Reducing energy use through efficiency programs is a less expensive alternative to generating more energy for our needs and is a key tool for meeting energy demands and goals. Money spent on energy efficiency creates job and reduces the environmental impact of energy use.
Note on Methodology
The reporting for 2014-2016 was done through support from Efficiency Vermont for the purpose of enhancing the ECOS Plan to be consistent with the state's energy planning standards. Data for 2013 is not available.
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