The Virginia Energy Efficiency Council is the voice for the energy efficiency industry in the Commonwealth. Our diverse group of over 100 members includes Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, local governments, state agencies, and more. The VAEEC’s goal is to ensure that energy efficiency is recognized as an integral part of Virginia’s economy and clean energy future.
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VAEEC Celebrates Court Ruling Upholding Virginia’s Participation in RGGI
The Virginia Energy Efficiency Council (VAEEC) applauds the Circuit Court ruling in favor of the Association of Energy Conservation Professionals...
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Google and the Virginia Department of Energy host a Grid Innovation Summit to discuss energy infrastructure to support continued economic growth
RICHMOND, NOVEMBER 12, 2024 – On Tuesday, Google and the Virginia Department of Energy hosted a meeting with policymakers, electric...
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Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Loan Program Is On Pace Across Virginia! The new statewide C-PACE program is live!
The new Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) state-wide program is now active and open to localities wishing to participate....
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RGGI funds have been a game-changer for many low-income homes
As Congress passes historic climate legislation for the first time in decades, Virginia has already been combating climate change via...
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Statement on Youngkin Administration’s Report on the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
For Immediate Release: March 16, 2022 Contact: Executive Director Chelsea Harnish, chelsea@vaeec.org, 804-457-8619 Statement on Youngkin Administration’s Report on the...
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Chelsea Harnish Op-ED: Energy-efficient solutions are the key to improving indoor air quality in Virginia schools
This summer I saw parents, children and friends running around playgrounds, taking trips, spreading blankets in parks and breathing in...
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Virginia Hits Energy-Efficiency Milestone
For Immediate Release: Dec. 16, 2020 Contacts: Jason Roop, jasonroop@springstory.com | Virginia Energy Efficiency Council: Executive Director Chelsea Harnish, chelsea@vaeec.org, 804-457-8619 Virginia...
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Virginia Energy Efficiency Council Statement on Gov. Northam’s SCC Appointment
RICHMOND — The Virginia Energy Efficiency Council, a broad coalition and voice for the Commonwealth’s energy efficiency industry, enthusiastically endorses Gov. Ralph...
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Virginia Energy Efficiency Council Joins Bill Signing Ceremony for Virginia Clean Economy Act
Virginia Energy Efficiency Council Joins Bill Signing Ceremony for Virginia Clean Economy Act For Immediate Release: Aug. 17, 2020 Contacts:...
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Fifth Annual Virginia Energy Efficiency Leadership Awards
For Immediate Release: May 14, 2020 RICHMOND — Two green building programs are being honored by the Virginia Energy Efficiency...
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Photos from our most recent in-person event: 2021 Energy Efficiency Forum & Awards Ceremony
Photos from past events can be viewed on our Photo Gallery.
All photos may be used for publication with the express permission of VAEEC staff.
Greater investments in energy efficiency programs mean more local economic development, more jobs and a better economy.
Energy efficiency is a $1.5B industry in Virginia that supports more than 75,000 jobs.
Energy efficiency jobs are diverse and can be found in every sector from construction to sales, to manufacturing and technology. Many of these jobs cannot be outsourced and employees live in the communities they serve.
Energy efficiency is one of the most practical, cost-effective tools to reduce our energy consumption and dependency on fossil fuels, which in turn, helps reduce carbon emissions and spurs economic development.
With the commitment by the electric utilities, as part of the Grid Transformation and Security Act of 2018, to spend over $1B on efficiency programs over the next decade, Virginia is setting the stage for a total transformation of the energy efficiency industry.
Contact Chelsea Harnish for additional inquiries at chelsea@vaeec.org
