by Shaina Kilcoyne | May 24, 2016 | Blog Reports, Energy Independence, Hoonah, Trip Reports
Community members clustered around tables at the Hoonah Indian Association (HIA) community building in Hoonah on Sunday afternoon. Some had already celebrated Mother’s Day in the morning and now were here to discuss energy solutions in their small islanded-grid town...
by Shaina Kilcoyne | Apr 28, 2015 | Blog Reports, Energy Independence
Across the board we see an average savings potential of about 30% through the implementation of cost effective efficiency measures. Energy efficiency generally has the highest return on investment of any energy project. The high cost of fuel can have a real impact on...
by Shaina Kilcoyne | Nov 24, 2014 | Energy Independence, Hydaburg, Kasaan, Trip Reports
Carrie and Minnie helped organize assemblies at the Kasaan and Hydaburg schools as I brought the Energy Hog with me. What is the Energy Hog you ask? The Energy Hog is a great way to introduce students to energy use and energy savings concepts in a fun, entertaining...
by Shaina Kilcoyne | Jun 10, 2014 | Blog Reports, Energy Independence
The last month has been busy with one on one meetings with our amazing Community Catalysts to take a look at what energy projects they would like to see in their community. And there are many projects on the table! For clarity and ease, I’ve included simplified tables...
by Shaina Kilcoyne | May 20, 2014 | Blog Reports, Energy Independence, Hydaburg, Kasaan, Trip Reports
In Hydaburg and Kasaan I met with community leaders to discuss opportunities for reducing energy consumption with efficiency and weatherization as well as multiple renewable energy prospects. Community Catalyst Minnie Kadake, Mayor Tony Christianson and I met at...
