Jun 6 2018, 6:55 PM

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Editor’s note: This commentary is by Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, an independent.

As a nation, Vermonters are ahead of the curve when it comes to energy efficiency and renewable energy. While many Vermonters have already taken steps to protect the environment and save money on their fuel bills, many others are considering installing solar panels, heat pumps, clean wood heat, geothermal energy, or making their homes and businesses more energy efficient.

There are many pro-environment and pro-consumer options out there, but sometimes it is hard to know which ones make the most sense for your family or business. That is why I am organizing an Energy Resource Fair and Town Meeting this Saturday, June 9, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center. The goal is to provide practical information for Vermonters from all income levels on how they can save money on their fuel bills and protect the environment by investing in energy efficiency and sustainable energy.

The fair will feature dozens of exhibits and workshops, a panel discussion with national and local experts, an electric vehicle expo, a whole-home efficiency makeover trailer and lots more. We’ll also have information about affordable financing options and incentives that can benefit almost everyone. For more information about the fair, please call 1-800-339-9834 or visit www.sanders.senate.gov/events/energyfair.

In Washington, I am not just fighting the Trump administration’s attacks on the environment, but I am introducing and supporting legislation to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy. For example, I am co-sponsoring legislation to move us toward 100 percent renewables by 2050 by ending fossil fuel subsidies, investing in renewables instead and modernizing our energy grid.

https://vtdigger.org/2018/06/06/bernie-sanders-saving-environment-saving-money/

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