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Town energy consultant urges net‑zero planning; Select Board moves to revive energy advisory committee
Summary
A consultant told the Select Board Lakeville’s town operations spend roughly $372,000 a year on fuel and electricity; the board agreed to reconstitute a dormant energy advisory committee and to invite the regional Green Communities climate coordinator to present grant and roadmap options.
A consultant invited to the June 24 Lakeville Select Board meeting said municipal electricity and fuel bills across departments totaled roughly $372,000 in the previous fiscal year and suggested the town pursue a “net‑zero” roadmap to eliminate most utility costs over time.
John Gregory, the presenter, said the net‑zero approach — combining deep efficiency upgrades with on‑site renewable energy generation — would convert current utility spending into recurring local savings and compared the fiscal impact to creating new local tax base. Gregory described grant opportunities under Massachusetts programs for “Climate Leader” communities…
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