November 2024 NH Muni Minute

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Freedom Energy Logistics Expands Business Relationship with Brookfield Renewable U.S.

Freedom Energy Logistics is proud to announce the successful approval of Brookfield Renewable U.S.’s Sawmill and Shelbourne hydro dams to participate in New Hampshire’s Group Net Metering (GNM) program. This approval, secured through our collaborative efforts with Brookfield, the NH Department of Energy, Eversource Energy, and Senator Kevin Avard, enables these hydroelectric facilities to contribute their excess energy to the GNM program. This achievement represents a significant step forward in optimizing renewable energy resources within New Hampshire, reinforcing our commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and expertly guiding clients through regulatory frameworks. For more details, read the full press release: Freedom Energy Logistics Expands Business Relationship with Brookfield Renewable US.

Laconia Moves Forward with Community Power for its residents and small businesses

Exciting news for Laconia, NH! The town council has unanimously chosen Freedom Energy Logistics as its Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) consultant to explore the benefits of community power for local residents and small businesses. This decision underscores Laconia’s commitment to leveraging collective buying power to provide an alternative to volatile electricity prices. Through CCA, communities like Laconia can secure competitive electricity rates, resulting in cost savings, more affordable energy options, and enhanced consumer protection. With this recent development, Laconia will gain greater control over how energy is sourced and purchased for its residents and businesses. Learn more about how Community Choice Aggregation empowers communities here.

 City to explore community power | Local News | laconiadailysun.com

Top 10 Energy Challenges Faced by Municipal Clients and How We’re Here to Help

Municipalities across the U.S. face a variety of challenges in energy management, and Freedom Energy Logistics is here to help every step of the way. We recently outlined the top 10 energy challenges our municipal clients encounter, from limited resources and complex contracts to sustainability goals and market volatility. Freedom Energy addresses these hurdles by providing expert advisory support tailored to each municipality’s unique needs. From securing funding and managing utility accounts to ensuring community engagement and continuity amid staff turnover, our team enables municipalities to make informed, cost-effective energy decisions. Through our partnership, municipalities can enhance their energy strategies, reduce costs, and achieve their sustainability objectives efficiently.

Local Support and Community Events in NH

The past several months our team has had been busy in New Hampshire networking, supporting local nonprofits. Here’s a snapshot of what our team has been up to in New Hampshire.

Connecting with NH Municipalities at NHMA Conference

Freedom Energy Logistics was honored to attend the New Hampshire Municipal Association’s 83rd Annual Conference, where we connected with municipal leaders from across the state to discuss the latest in energy solutions. This year’s theme, “From Conflict to Conversation,” set the stage for meaningful discussions on critical topics, including electricity and natural gas procurement, net metering, community choice aggregation, and customized municipal contracts. Our team members were thrilled to share insights and explore sustainable energy strategies tailored to the needs of New Hampshire’s municipalities. We look forward to fostering these new relationships and working together to drive innovation and sustainability within our communities.

Freedom Energy Presented at NHAC 2024 Conference: Gus Fromuth’s Key Insights

Freedom Energy Logistics was honored to participate in the NH Association of Counties Annual Conference, where we supported Tuesday’s breakfast and connected with county leaders across New Hampshire. Our Managing Director and Founder, August G. Fromuth, shared valuable insights on the changing energy landscape, including the region’s increased reliance on oil during winter reliability crises and the importance of resource diversity to ensure grid stability. Discussions also highlighted the reality of reliability challenges in New England, with an emphasis on tailored solutions that support counties in meeting their unique energy needs while navigating rising energy costs and scarcity events. This event provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships with local leaders and demonstrate our commitment to empowering New Hampshire communities through energy strategies.

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