Orleans Energy & Climate Action Committee reorganized with John Londa reconfirmed as Chair and Hakim Janah appointed Vice Chair. Committee members Paul Cass and Roger McDaniel announced departures.
Orleans Energy Committee discussed joining MassEnergize statewide program. Megan Sullivan and Ariha Jain from MassEnergize presented via Zoom at a special meeting, explaining how their program's focus on climate and energy communication and outreach could extend the reach of Orleans' existing
Orleans energy committee approved environmental policy comments. Vice Chair Hakim Janah presided as the committee voted unanimously to forward edits on a draft Select Board environmental policy, including recommendations on runoff restrictions and battery-operated equipment. The committee discussed
Energy committee reviews charging expansion and climate policy framework. The Energy and Climate Action Committee received presentation findings on six feasible sites for on-street EV charging and reported Level 3 chargers now installed at Depot Square, with an EV Charging Enterprise Fund under
Orleans energy committee unanimously endorses net zero fire station, aims to cut municipal emissions. The Energy & Climate Action Committee voted to submit a letter to the Select Board supporting the project, defining net zero as generating renewable energy equivalent to the station's consumption.
Orleans Energy and Climate Action Committee held a special training session March 12. Chair John Londa presided over presentations on MassSave programs from Cape Light Compact and community solar options from Self Reliance of Falmouth. Self Reliance offers Orleans participants a 15 percent discount
Energy committee secures $150K grant for heat pump, weatherization work. The Orleans Energy and Climate Action Committee received $150,625 in competitive Green Communities Grant funding, with $10,000 allocated to administrative costs and the remainder directed to the Council of Aging for heat pump
Orleans energy committee advances charging station and climate planning. The Energy and Climate Action Committee reported the Depot Square Level 3 fast charging station installation is progressing well with a net town cost of approximately $7,500 after reimbursements and grants cover nearly all of
Energy committee finalizes 2026 climate priorities. The Energy and Climate Action Committee reviewed and finalized its annual goals, establishing seven priority areas for municipal energy efficiency, renewable energy development, private-sector climate participation, electric vehicle
Orleans energy committee approves climate action plan and solar contracts. The Energy and Climate Action Committee unanimously approved the town's 2025 annual report and reviewed solar contracts across three sites anticipated to generate $400,000 in annual electricity savings. Town staff will
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