Community Energy Challenge

08/21/2026

Hey Bellingham! Did you know that local businesses may be eligible for a FREE water heater replacement from Puget Sound Energy? If you currently have an electric resistance water heater, you can get up to $8,500 towards a brand-new, energy efficient heat pump water heater!

Join us for our evening info session, Hot Water on Tap, on September 3rd at 6PM at Stemma West. Learn if you qualify, and how to get started. The first round is on us, and qualifying business owners will have a chance to win a $100 gift card! RSVP here: https://givebutter.com/hot-water-on-tap

Can't make it? Our team is still happy to help! Reach out to us at [email protected].

07/31/2026

We are happy to partner with PSCCU, the folks that are helping to make improving energy efficiency for your home or business easier than ever! We understand that these projects can be a large expense and programs like Puget Sound Cooperative Credit Union offers are great because they can help you save even more.

07/22/2026

Thanks to Feller Heating & Air Conditioning, kitchen staff at Tadeo's Mexican Restaurant are staying cool this summer!

Last year, the Community Energy Challenge worked with Feller to install a new ductless heat pump system in the kitchen at Tadeo's. Heat pumps are an energy efficient, effective way of keeping spaces cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Feller's expert technicians have been helping members of our community stay comfortable for over 45 years. Thank you to Feller for your generous sponsorship of our Energy & Green Building Program! We look forward to continuing to work with you to cut emissions and keep folks comfortable all year round.

06/20/2026

Do you struggle to keep your business or home warm in the winter and cool in the summer? Do you wish your heating bill was lower? Join the Community Energy Challenge on Tuesday, June 30th at 5:30PM for our insulation webinar!

Insulation can greatly improve the comfort and efficiency of your building, but understanding bids from insulation contractors can be daunting. Attend our webinar to learn more about the different kinds of insulation, R-values, and effective insulation strategies. We will also discuss how the Community Energy Challenge can support your efficiency goals, from project support to funding. This is a great opportunity to get free expert advice on your insulation questions.

Interested in joining? RSVP with the link below. We can't wait to see you there!

https://givebutter.com/insulation

06/18/2026

Join the team as a Commercial Energy Advisor!

We're growing our Energy & Green Building Team and hiring for another Commercial Energy Advisor!

The Commercial Energy Advisor supports commercial clients with Clean Building Performance Standards compliance, performs on-site commercial building energy audits, and provides participants with energy saving capital project and direct install opportunities.

This is a full time position, located in Bellingham, Washington. The full range for this position is $28-$37.74 per hour, with an anticipated starting annual hourly range from $28 to $32.35 depending on qualifications and experience.

Check out our website for the full job description and how to apply. https://sustainableconnections.org/individuals/employment/

06/12/2026

Our wonderful sponsors Lautenbach Recycling provide essential recycling services to our community! ♻️

Their new location at 2885 E. Bakerview Rd. accepts metal, wood and cardboard from contractors and residents. As they ramp up operations, they'll accept more recyclable construction and demolition materials – stay tuned for updates!

Did you know they also offer storage solutions? Their NWR business rents and sells storage containers of various sizes. They come standard with wood floors, air vents, swinging doors and custom lock boxes for added security.

Thank you to Lautenbach for supporting our Energy & Green Building program!

06/07/2026

Have you been thinking about how to lower your utility bills? The Community Energy Challenge is your one stop shop to help homes and businesses save energy. From heating systems to insulation, we can help you every step of the way.

05/05/2026

Join our team!

We're hiring for a Communications & Development Coordinator! Come join our communications team and help make this magic happen. ✨

We're looking for a candidate who's communications savvy - we're talking socials, writing, graphic design, website development & more. Love to make a reel? Wishing you could help design our next fundraising campaign? Really like Wordpress? We've got the job for you! 😉

Application deadline: 5/22/2026
Desired start: 6/16/2026
Position wage range: $21.85- $29.50
Expected starting wage range: $21.85-$23.77

To apply: Email a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references, all in one PDF file, by email to [email protected] by the application deadline listed above. Please review the full posting on our website to apply.

https://sustainableconnections.org/individuals/employment/