Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # PAREI_2025 ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://plymouthenergy.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Watts and Wool: A Pilot Solar Grazing Project with Three Creeks Farm at NH Solar Shares](https://plymouthenergy.org/watts-and-wool-a-pilot-solar-grazing-project-with-three-creeks-farm-at-nh-solar-shares/) - Two weeks ago, at PAREI’s Plymouth Solar Shares site, 16 local sheep made Plymouth history. They became the first sheep in the area to participate in solar grazing, a new agrivoltaic initiative of PAREI. To be fair, it wasn’t just the sheep that made it happen. Lucie Brown, PAREI’s newfound partner from Three Creeks Farm, - [Simple Swaps for Everyday Products to Save Money and Help the Environment! - Part 3](https://plymouthenergy.org/simple-swaps-for-everyday-products-to-save-money-and-help-the-environment-part-3/) - Ready for more ways to easily upgrade your everyday routine? If you missed Parts 1 and 2 of our ‘Simple Swaps’ series, be sure to catch up on those first. Then, dive into some more of our favorite new household changes below! Swap out wasteful dryer sheets with reusable dryer sheets and/or dryer balls - [Simple Swaps for Everyday Products to Save Money and Help the Environment! - Part 1](https://plymouthenergy.org/simple-swaps-for-everyday-products-to-save-money-and-help-the-environment/) - With prices increasing these days, we’re all looking for ways to save money. Fortunately, there are many easy swaps you can make to everyday products that will help you to save money and help the environment! We will post our tips as a three-part series. For now, here are 5 things you can do to save money and live more sustainably: Go - [Simple Swaps for Everyday Products to Save Money and Help the Environment! - Part 2](https://plymouthenergy.org/simple-swaps-for-everyday-products-to-save-money-and-help-the-environment-part-2/) - Ready for more ways to easily upgrade your everyday routine? If you missed Part 1 of our ‘Simple Swaps’ series, be sure to catch up on the Simple Swaps Part 1 Blog first. Then, dive into our favorite new household changes below! Turn perishable food into helpful staples that you can freeze, like pesto, stock, and - [Read our latest newsletter](https://plymouthenergy.org/read-our-latest-newsletter/) - Read our latest newsletter March 30, 2026, Newsletter - [Clean Your Fridge to Stay Healthy & Save Money](https://plymouthenergy.org/clean-your-fridge-to-stay-healthy-save-money/) - What’s inside of your fridge? It turns out that mold, mildew, and odors might be lurking there alongside your delicious leftovers.Outside the fridge? Cleaning the refrigerator coils can help save you money on your energy bill by making it run more efficiently. While your fridge only comprises approximately 4% of a home’s energy usage, it’s - [Adding Lüften or “house burping” to Your House Cleaning](https://plymouthenergy.org/adding-luften-or-house-burping-to-your-house-cleaning/) - Some of you might have heard on the news about the German practice of Lüften, or airing out homes by opening windows. The practice of opening your windows, even for 5 minutes a day, can help to shift stale air, ensure adequate ventilation and prevent mold buildup, all of which are good for improving your - [Behind the Meter: Optimizing today’s solar systems. ](https://plymouthenergy.org/behind-the-meter-optimizing-todays-solar-systems/) - The vast majority of PV solar systems today are grid tied. This means that there are no batteries and any excess power that the building doesn’t use travels out to the power lines and on to the next property. This is an efficient way to share power back and forth with the power company, as - [Making Your Home Comfortable & Healthy](https://plymouthenergy.org/making-your-home-comfortable-healthy/) - We want our homes to be as comfortable as possible, but we also need to ensure they are healthy for us to live in. Below are 10 elements of a healthy home and what to consider about improving your home’s health. Dry – repair any leaks and ensure your home is not damp for mold - [Greener Loads and A Cleaner Conscience: Make Sheet Happen](https://plymouthenergy.org/the-basics-of-solar-panel-operation/) - Guest Blogger: MaryAnn McGarry, PAREI Board President-Elect Background: To try to determine the best laundry sheets and build the best argument for why we should all switch to these kinds of products, I reviewed multiple, independent, reputable- they tested the products, reviews. In the process of doing my research, I made new discoveries- features I ## Pages - [Home](https://plymouthenergy.org/) - Join us as We Build a More Resilient Region by Expanding Access to Renewable Energy We provide technical assistance, install solar arrays, and offer energy efficiency upgrades to help families reduce costs and carbon emissions. Strengthening Local Food Systems & Our EconomyThrough our Local Foods Plymouth program, we connect residents with fresh, locally grown food while supporting regional - [Privacy Policy](https://plymouthenergy.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Most Recent Update: June 18, 2026 This Privacy Policy explains how Plymouth Area Renewable Energy Initiative (PAREI) collects, uses, and discloses personal information of its customers, prospective customers, and visitors to its website at plymouthenergy.org and localfoodsplymouth.org, as well as through its text messaging. COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION Information collected directly from you: We may collect personal - [SolarGrazing](https://plymouthenergy.org/services/solargrazing/) - INQUIRE implementing agrivoltaics in our communities Solar Sheep Grazing About the Process Sheep turn vegetation management into a low-energy, natural process while optimizing solar panel functionality. PAREI is piloting the first in our area solar grazing with local sheep. We are partnering with a nearby farm to bring this service to solar installers, municipalities, businesses, and homeowners. Solar Grazing - [Donate](https://plymouthenergy.org/donate/) - General Online Donation Form - [About Us](https://plymouthenergy.org/about-us/) - We are PAREI providing sustainable choices for your lifestyle Our Vision We believe in the power of building thriving, sustainable communities where every household has access to clean energy, healthy local food, and the knowledge to live more efficiently and independently. Our Mission to build resilient communities in central New Hampshire by increasing access to - [Local Foods Plymouth](https://plymouthenergy.org/local-foods-plymouth/) - Local Foods Plymouth’s mission is to strengthen our regional food system by connecting small farmers and producers with local buyers through a year-round, community-supported marketplace. We keep food dollars local, support independent producers, and help ensure that our community has a choice in where its food comes from. Local Foods Plymouth (LFP) was created to provide farmers with a - [Work with Us](https://plymouthenergy.org/work-with-us/) - Work with Us Our team is small but mighty. If you like contributing to meaningful work that benefits our community, PAREI might be the place for you!We occasionally post openings, so be sure to join our newsletter or check this page to keep an eye out for new opportunities! - [Contact Us](https://plymouthenergy.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Phone 603-536-5030 Email Address info@plymouthenergy.org Location 300 Main Street Plymouth, NH 03264 Hours Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm Thank you for your interest in PAREI’s services Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. - [Membership & Giving](https://plymouthenergy.org/membership-giving/) - Become a Member “The need for local organizations is even stronger than ever. More people are asking, ‘What can I do myself, and who can help me?’ PAREI is the answer to help create a more sustainable life for your family and ultimately our communities.” — Will Abbott Holderness resident & PAREI Board Member Your Membership Matters Now - [NHSaves Button Up Workshop](https://plymouthenergy.org/button-up/) - NHSaves ButtonUP Workshop is a 1½ hour presentation plus Q & A about improving the energy efficiency of your home. It covers energy saving tips and NHSaves energy efficiency programs. Learn about saving electricity, insulation and air sealing, energy audit and weatherization programs, rebates on electric and gas appliances, and other incentives from NH’s energy - [Services](https://plymouthenergy.org/services/) - SOLAR ENERGY HEAT PUMP WATER HEATING TANK PROGRAM ENERGY EFFICIENCY AUDITS TECHNICAL & PROJECT ASSISTANCE HEALTHY LIVING Solar Energy Your solar install is our passion project! Together we can make a greater impact in providing sustainable energy to our community while saving you money and becoming more energy independent. Plus, sustainable energy ignites our local economy. Our services - [NH SOLAR SHARES](https://plymouthenergy.org/nh-solar-shares/) - DOWNLOAD APPLICATION We share the sun’s energy with our low-income neighbors by building community funded solar arrays. We operate NH Solar Shares, in partnership with the NH Electric Cooperative, a program that installs and operates community solar to share solar energy with low-income families while increasing the portion of clean renewable energy on our grid. This - [Solar Services](https://plymouthenergy.org/solar-services/) - PV SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS & EXPANSIONS SYSTEM CHECK UPS SYSTEM REPAIRS CONTACT PAREI PV System Installations & Expansions Are you interested in installing solar PV panels on your home and reducing your electricity bill for 25 – 30 years? 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Back To Home - [Coming Soon](https://plymouthenergy.org/coming-soon/) - Coming Soon Our Website Is Under Construction Back To Home Countdown Expired ! - [Pricing Plan](https://plymouthenergy.org/pricing-plan/) - Basic Package $199 /Month Size: Up to 4 kW Basic Inverter Standard Mounting Live System App Warranty: 10 years Buy Panels Premium Package $249 /Month Size: 4-8 kW Premium Efficiency Hybrid Inverter System Monitoring Warranty: 20 years Buy Panels Deluxe Package $389 /Month Size: 10+ kW Maximum Efficiency Smart Inverter Comprehensive System Warranty: 25 years - [Blog](https://plymouthenergy.org/blog/) ## Members - [Owen Hearne](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/owen-hearne/) - Owen joins PAREI as a recent graduate from nearby Plymouth State University, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a double minor in Sustainability & Environmental Science and Policy. He brings a mix of experiences across different fields, including marketing, sales, sustainability practices, environmental consulting, and fieldwork. Owen’s core passion is trying - [Julie DeGalan](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/julie-degalan/) - Julie moved to the Plymouth area in 1988 and began working at Plymouth State, first in Career Development and then in Development, becoming the first Director of Advancement (alumni and development) and continued in that role for 10 years. She then spent ten years at Dartmouth College, first as a Planned Giving Officer and then - [Jada Edgren](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/jada-edgren/) - Jada joins PAREI as a recent graduate of Southern New Hampshire University, where she earned her MBA with a concentration in Project Management. She brings experience in volunteer project planning, event and office administration, and customer service roles, with a passion for organization and thoughtful collaboration. Residing in the Lakes Region, Jada has always appreciated - [Brandon Spera](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/brandon-spera/) - Brandon recently relocated full-time to Sandwich, New Hampshire with his wife, after spending many summers in the area. He currently serves as Director of FP&A at ecoCFO, where he partners with climate tech startups and nonprofit organizations to support financial planning, modeling, and strategic decision-making. Brandon brings a strong interest in sustainable living and community - [Michael Kilfoyle](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/michael-kilfoyle/) - Michael is the Principal of The Kilfoyle Group, LLC, a firm specializing in optimizing organizational performance. He is also an Associate Professor of Practice at Plymouth (NH) State University. Previously, Michael was a Principal of Hickok & Boardman HR Intelligence where he helped lead the firm to be recognized as the best place to work - [Diane Arsenault](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/diane-arsenault/) - Diane is a New Hampshire native and the daughter of two long term volunteers for the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. Her family ethos centered on respect for the environment, the motto of “reduce, reuse, recycle” and enjoyment of an abundance of home-grown vegetables. As she neared retirement from a long career as a family - [Lisetta Silvestri](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/lisetta-silvestri/) - Lisetta works on land protection projects, conservation transactions, and other real estate matters at Ransmeier & Spellman. She previously worked at the Lakes Region Conservation Trust as the Land Conservation and Special Projects Director. She is a senior fellow at the Environmental Leadership Program, graduated from St. John’s College, and holds a J.D. from The University of Maryland Francis King - [MaryAnn McGarry](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/maryann-mcgarry/) - MaryAnn McGarry is professor emerita of Plymouth State University in Environmental Science and Policy. She continues to co-teach a Foundation in Environmental Policy course in the spring semester, offer Shin Rin Yoku (forest bathing) sessions, and give tree tours on campus and in the community. She has lived in Plymouth since 2004 and PAREI installed solar hot water in 2006. She is on the - [Dennis Winders](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/dennis-winders/) - Dennis brings a mix of hands-on experience, entrepreneurial leadership, and a passion for local food systems to his role at Local Foods Plymouth. He spent seven years building an oyster farm from the ground up, gaining expertise in sustainable aquaculture and managing sales for a collective of partner farms. This dual experience gave him a deep understanding of local - [Tim Gotwols](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/tim-gotwols/) - Tim Gotwols started with PAREI at the first Solar Thermal Energy Raiser in 2005 and went on to host the 14th Energy Raiser in 2006 at his home that he shares with his wife, Director Sandra Jones. Tim has been an integral part of PAREI since its inception attending the majority of PAREI’s Energy Raisers as a volunteer - [Michele Lacroix](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/michele-lacroix/) - Michele has been with PAREI since March 2011. During that time, she has participated in a home button up project and been the site of an outdoor light Solar Energy Raiser. Originally from Penacook, she has lived in Groton since 1999. - [Paige Wilson](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/paige-wilson/) - Being born and raised in northern New Hampshire, Paige naturally developed a passion for the environment by spending time outside as a child. She attended Plymouth State University and received her B.S (2017) and M.S (2019) degrees in Environmental Science & Policy where her studies focused on sustainability, natural sciences, anthropology, community planning, policy, and - [Ashley Saba](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/ashley-saba/) - Ashley Saba brings a unique blend of strategic vision, technical expertise, and deep community roots to her role on PAREI’s Board of Directors. A seasoned program leader in the tech industry, she currently serves as a Principal Program Manager at Sonos, working at the intersection of hardware, software, and go-to-market strategy. Outside of her day job, she’s a - [Pat May](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/pat-may/) - Patrick May is a recently retired Geography professor who lives in Bridgewater. He taught at Plymouth State University for 25 years, where he developed the social studies education program and coordinated the geography and environmental planning programs. His teaching interests are in cultural, historical, and urban geography and he enjoyed working as part of an interdisciplinary committee - [Will Abbott](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/will-abbott/) - Will and his wife Alicia moved from Henniker to Holderness in 1993, when he was hired to become the Executive Director of the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. From 2006 to 2023 (when he retired) he served as Vice President for Policy and Land Management at the Society for the Protection on NH Forests. He currently serves - [Craig Cadieux](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/craig-cadieux/) - Craig brings more than 15 years of experience in the clean energy field. He retired from ReVision Energy as a Solar Designer in 2023 where he spent the prior 8 years working with individuals, families, farms, and businesses designing solar, battery storage and heat pump systems. Prior to ReVision he was PAREI’s Energy Solutions Advisor providing its members with - [Robbin Adams](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/robbin-adams/) - Robbin plans and coordinates 24 statewide NHSaves Button Up Workshops and has done so for 14 years. Since 2008, Robbin was also employed as PAREI’s office manager. In her free time, she pursues her artwork. Robbin received her BFA from Plymouth State College. She was instrumental in creating two thriving art coops in the region: Artistic Roots - [Sandra Jones](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/sandra-jones/) - Sandra Jones, M.Ed is the founder of the Plymouth Area Renewable Energy Initiative aka PAREI (Hip, Hip, PAREI). Driven by her concerns about the economic and environmental impacts caused by the overuse of fossil fuels and her interest in solar energy and community development, she started PAREI in 2004 with Peter Adams and Chris Buckley. - [Denise Hutchins](https://plymouthenergy.org/wps-members/denise-hutchins/) - Denise Hutchins is PAREI’s second Executive Director and brings a wealth of knowledge in the areas of marketing and communications, public relations, community relations, leadership and energy. She is looking forward to working with the community to build and expand programs that can make a difference for PAREI’s members and our neighbors in need. Being ## Events - [Walk & Talk Tour of Natural Burial Ground](https://plymouthenergy.org/event/walk-talk-tour-of-natural-burial-ground/) - In all the ways we approach climate resiliency, end-of-life practices are often overlooked despite their significant carbon output and use of natural resources. NH's first independent natural burial cemetery, Oliverian Everlasting Burial Ground, addresses conservation of intrinsically valuable land while providing space for environmentally responsible after-death disposition. Located in Benton Flats, Oliverian Everlasting welcomes all who are - [PAREI Picnic](https://plymouthenergy.org/event/parei-picnic/) - Join us under the full moon for a community picnic! Bring a cozy blanket or chair and your favorite dinner in a basket for a casual, relaxing evening of great food and community conversation. While you’re there, you’ll have the option to paint our rain barrel at the pavilion, learn about our Solar Shares expansion, - [Music in the Mountains with Local Foods Plymouth & New Hampshire Music Festival](https://plymouthenergy.org/event/music-in-the-mountains-with-local-foods-plymouth-new-hampshire-music-festival/) - Join the New Hampshire Music Festival and PAREI for an afternoon of music, community, and fresh local flavor to celebrate our love of music and Local Foods Plymouth's 20th anniversary. From 3:30-4:30pm, the NHMF Brass Quintet -- featuring Bob Marlatt, Grace O’Connell, Wiff Rudd, David Loucky, and Don Robinson -- will perform a Music in the Mountains concert. ## Elementor Header & Footer Builder - [Footer](https://plymouthenergy.org/elementor-hf/900/) - addressPhysical300 Main Streetcorner Rte. 3 & Fairgrounds Rd.Plymouth, NH 03264MailingP.O. 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