Choose 100% Green Electricity
You can "green" your electricity usage by making the switch to renewable energy while also supporting the building of new green energy infrastructure in our Northeast region. Just Opt Up to Acton Power Choice GREEN.
Consult a Coach
Coaches are Cool! (And warm, too!)
Drive Electric
Buy or Lease an Electric Vehicle
Insulate & Weatherize to the Max
Most Acton houses have some insulation, but they need more to really save energy and get ready to install a really efficient, electric heating system.
Heat & Cool: Heat Pumps
Switch to Clean Heating & Cooling with a Heat Pump
Install Solar
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels generate renewable electricity. As of early 2021 over 470 homeowners in Acton had installed rooftop PV systems averaging about 8 kW. Panel prices have dramatically decreased over the past few years and financial incentives have remained high--a combination that makes solar an excellent investment for many roofs.
Save with Incentives
Going Electric Means Savings!
Renters: Save $$
Are you a renter? Would you like to save a few dollars on your electricity bill? Are you willing to spend just a few minutes to get there?
Eat More Plant-Based Meals
We all share one thing that can have a significant impact on climate change: the food we eat. Making changes to your eating habits can be done at your own pace and with little financial investment—but have a big climate impact.
Switch to Induction Cooking
You can switch your cooking from gas to electricity with new induction ranges and other electric appliances, and then you can zero out air pollution from gas cooking if you opt up to APC Green electricity.
Garden Ecologically
It's always a great time to think about our gardens and yards. Think about developing a more resilient landscape in your own backyard. In the process you can encourage healthier soil that stores carbon and helps our climate.
Make Magic: Compost
Compost at Home or With a Service
Calculate Your Carbon Footprint
Berkeley carbon calculator
Buy Less Stuff
Buy Used, Borrow & Share, Repair & Donate!
Consider Climate-driven Investments
You can get fossil fuels out of your investments!
Take the Zero Emissions Pledge
If you're not ready to buy a heat pump, please sign the Pledge now and develop a heat pump plan for the day your existing heating system fails.
Stay Current with Coalition Initiatives
Stay up-to-date on the latest climate news