ACORN - North Country Climate-Ready Workforce Roundtable

Join us for the Climate-Ready Workforce Roundtable!

When: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Where: SUNY Adirondack | Queensbury, NY

ACORN is bringing together educational institutions, state agencies, economic-development organizations, businesses, nonprofits and students for an interactive day of speakers, panels and facilitated roundtables—everything you need to help build a climate-resilient workforce in New York’s rural North Country.

• Panel Moderator: Jill Henck, Climate & Energy Director at ANCA 

• Discussion Facilitator: Tamara Jolly, Community Initiatives Manager, at ANCA’s Adirondack Diversity Initiative

Their combined expertise will spark inclusive conversations on developing pathways and partnerships that prepare our communities for the challenges of climate change. You’ll also have plenty of time to network and explore informational tables hosted by ACORN partners The Wild Center, Paul Smith’s College and the Adirondack Research Consortium.

Learn more about ACORN’s mission and register today:

Energy Efficiency Presentation - Lowville Library

Bring a friend and join your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg, to learn how the North Country Clean Energy Hub can help you with energy efficiency in your home, without breaking the bank. Carson will discuss various DIY energy efficiency solutions, which can help you cut energy costs. All attendees have the chance to take home Hub giveaways!

When: Thursday, October 23 | 5:00 – 6:00pm
Where: Lowville Free Library | 5387 Dayan St, Lowville, NY 13367

Potsdam Fright Night & Trunk or Treat

Talk about electrification! Join our Frankenstein and Energy Advisors for the Potsdam Chamber of Commerce' Fright Night & Trunk or Treat! Find us on Market Street in Potsdam, NY. Our volunteer Energy Navigators will be distributing treats and energy saving tips while getting into the spirit of things. 

When: Thursday, October 23 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: Market Street, Potsdam, NY

Peru Farmers' Market

Stop by the Peru Farmers Market on Sunday, October 19th to see your local Energy Advisor, Nathan Helmuth! Nathan will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Sunday, October 19 |10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Heyworth Mason Park | 2948-2956 Mason Hill Rd, Peru, NY 12972

DIY Energy Efficiency Workshop at Coakley's

It's time to get ready for winter! Join your local Energy Advisor at Coakley Home & Hardware in Canton to learn about various DIY weatherization tips that can help you save money this winter. The workshop is free and participants can enjoy free coffee and donuts. All who attend will receive a 10% off coupon for weatherization materials from Coakley.

When: Saturday, October 18 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Where: Coakley Home and Hardware - Canton Store | 535 NY-68, Canton, NY 13617, USA

High Peaks Harvest Fest

The 2nd Annual High Peaks Harvest Festival brings art, music, and local flavors together in a celebration of the season. Wander through artisan vendors, savor farm-fresh bites, sip seasonal craft drinks, and enjoy live performances in the crisp autumn air. With hands-on activities and a vibrant community spirit, it’s everything you love about fall—just a little decidedly different. Your local energy advisor will be on-site to help you with seasonal energy saving tips! 

When: Saturday, October 18 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Berkeley Green - Saranac Lake, NY

ANCA Input Webinar: North Country Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP)

Join Us! Input Webinar: North Country Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP)

On Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM the Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA) will host a webinar to review and gather feedback on the New York State Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP). This webinar is presented as part of the Climate Smart Communities Grant program, administered by ANCA. Participation will help shape strategic priorities and offer the opportunity to collaborate about ways to address our region’s local challenges.

The cross-organization (NYS DEC, NYSERDA, NYS DOS) priority Climate Action Plan has been developed for the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grants Program – a funding stream for NY priority climate actions.

The webinar will:

• Share NYS Scoping Plan highlights

• Recap the US EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grants Program (CPRG)

• Review key concepts about Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP)

• Discuss intersection of plans and ask gather feedback specific to our North Country region

Leaders from across the North Country are strongly encouraged to attend and ensure we gather region-specific insights that can inform and influence future climate and energy funding decisions.

Watts & Wheels: Clean Energy Celebration

FREE EVENT at The Wild Center

For the second year, The Wild Center, Third Act Upstate NY, and the North Country Clean Energy Hub will be co-hosting a celebration to raise awareness about the many benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) and clean energy. Join us on September 27, 2025 for a family-friendly event where visitors can talk with local EV owners and experts showcasing their vehicles, visit with community organizations focused on clean energy, and attend programming about innovative solar solutions. Additionally, there will be many kid-friendly activities for families to engage in. The Wild Center will be providing logistical support and offering a community free day, for all community members to feel welcome to attend and explore the museum. 

The festivities will align with National Drive Electric Month and Sun Day: a Grassroots Day of Action, the team is excited to plan a day full to inspire residents about the possibilities of achieving a Net Zero future. 

Learn how you can help create a cleaner, healthier North Country community and share in the EV and clean energy enthusiasm! 

Visit the Watts & Wheel website to reserve your complimentary ticket.

• Solar and clean energy exhibitors

• Electric vehicle expo & electric school bus

• Live music

• Kids activities: solar printmaking, solar bugs, & lego cars

• Electric smoothie bike

• Solar oven

• Sun Day Wool tapestry will be on display!

  • Sun Day Wool invites fiber artists across New York to contribute individual elements – knit, crochet, weave, felting, quilted or mixed – that hold their own meaning. On Sun Day, pieces will combine to form a collective work that visualizes and celebrates the sun’s power at the center of the global transition to clean, renewable energy. 

  • Sun Day Wool is a collaboration between the Wool & Water project at the Adirondack Watershed Institute (Paul Smith’s College) and Third Act Upstate New York in celebration of Sun Day, a day of action celebrating solar and wind and the movement to leave fossil fuels behind.

Have an electric vehicle? We’d love for you to showcase it! Visit the website to learn more.

Potsdam Farmer's Market

While shopping for greens at the Potsdam Farmers' Market, learn how to save some green on energy costs! St. Lawrence County Energy Advisor, Louise Jensen, will be sharing information on energy efficiency programs and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub table. See you there!

When: Saturday, September 27 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Ives Park | 3 Riverview Dr, Potsdam, NY 13676, USA

Ellenburg Meal Site Presentation

Your local Energy Advisor will be providing energy efficiency tips and guiding seniors through the energy efficiency programs. Available for one-on-one assistance.

When: Thursday, September 25 | 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Where: 5538 US-11, Ellenburg Center, NY 12934

Adirondack Harvest Festival

Celebrate local farms and food, support the local economy, and give community members experiences that help us all learn and grow together! Your local energy advisor will be there to assist you with energy efficiency tips and programs to make your home more comfortable this winter!

When: Saturday, September 20 | 12:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: Essex County Fairgrounds | Westport, NY 12993

Inlet Fall Festival

Join in on the fall festivities at Inlet’s Fall Festival. Your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg, will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. See you there!

When: Saturday, September 20 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Fern Park | 9 Loomis Rd, Inlet, NY 13360

Lyons Falls Presentation

Bring a friend and join your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg, to learn how the North Country Clean Energy Hub can help you with energy efficiency in your home, without breaking the bank. Carson will discuss various DIY energy efficiency solutions, which can help you cut energy costs. All attendees have the chance to take home Hub giveaways!

When: Friday, September 19 | 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Where: Lyons Falls Free Library | 3918 High St, Lyons Falls, NY 13368

Malone Farmers’ Market

While shopping for greens at the Malone Farmers' Market, learn how to save some green on energy costs! Franklin County Energy Advisor, Louise Jensen, will be sharing information on energy efficiency programs and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. See you there!

When: Wednesday, September 17 | 12:00 - 4:30 PM
Where: 27 Airport Rd, Malone, NY 12953

Lowville CO-OP Fall Festival

Stop by the Lowville Farmers CO-OP Fall Festival. Your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg, will help you fall into energy savings this season! Carson will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled.

See you there!

When: Saturday, September 13 | 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: Lowville Farmers Co-Op Inc Clothing & Hardware | 5500 Shady Ave, Lowville, NY 13367

Dannemora Meal Site Presentation

The North Country Clean Energy Hub’s Technical Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil, will be providing energy efficiency tips and guiding seniors through the energy efficiency programs. Available for one-on-one assistance.

When: Thursday, September 11 | 11:00 -11:30 AM
Where: Village of Dannemora Offices and Community Center | 40 Emmons St, Saranac, NY 12981

Clayton Farmers’ Market

Stop by the Clayton Farmers’ Market on September 11th to see your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg! Carson will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Thursday, September 11 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: 615 E Line Rd, Clayton, NY 13624

Jay & Keene Sustainability & Energy Fair

Join us in the town of Jay for an event bringing together advocates and business owners with the hopes of providing both resources and fun for the whole community. Vendors at the fair will include local businesses offering eco-friendly options, suppliers of sustainable products such as heat pumps and solar panels, nonprofit organizations and educational groups. This year, they expect more participation from water advocacy groups like the Lake Champlain Basin Program and the Ausable Freshwater Center.

When: Saturday, September 6 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: Jay Village Green | 12964 State Hwy 9N, Jay, NY 12941

Hammond Farmers' Market

While shopping for greens at the Hammond Farmers' Market, Wednesday, August 13, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM., learn how to save some green on energy costs! St. Lawrence County Energy Advisor, Louise Jensen, will be sharing information on energy efficiency programs and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub table. See you there!

When: Wednesday, August 13 | 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: Gips Pavillion, Main St., Hammond, NY

Jay Day

Stop by the Jay Village Green on Saturday, August 9th to see your local Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil! Kayla will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Saturday, August 9 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Jay Village Green | 12964 State Hwy 9N, Jay, NY 12941

Keene Farmers’ Market

Stop by the Keene Farmers Market on Sunday, August 3rd to see your local Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil! Kayla will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Sunday, August 3| 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Rt. 73 at Marcy Airfield, Keene, New York 12944

Champ Day Festival

Stop by the Champ Day Festival on Saturday, August 2nd to see your local Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil! Kayla will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Celebrate the lake monster and clean energy savings!

When: Saturday, August 2 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: 54 Harbour Ln, Port Henry, NY 12974

Lake Placid Farmers’ Market

Stop by the Lake Placid Farmers Market on Wednesday, July 30th to see your local Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil! Kayla will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Wednesday, July 30 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Olympic Speed Skating Oval | 2634 Main St, Lake Placid, NY 12946

Chazy Old Home Day

Stop by the Chazy Recreation Park on Sunday, July 27th to see your local Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil! Following the parade at 11 AM, Kayla will be tabling at the Chazy Lions Club's Annual Old Home Day event starting at noon. Kayla will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Sunday, July 27 | 12:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: Chazy Recreation Park | 434 N Farm Rd, Chazy, NY 12921

Potsdam Farmer's Market

While shopping for greens at the Potsdam's Farmers' Market learn how to save some green on energy costs! St. Lawrence County Energy Advisor, Louise Jensen, will be sharing information on energy efficiency programs and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub table. See you there!

When: Saturday, July 26 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: 31 Hamilton St, Potsdam, NY 13676

Speculators Farmers’ Market

Stop by the Speculator Farmers’ Market on July 24th to see your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg! Carson will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Thursday, July 24 | 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: 2834 NY-30, Speculator, NY 12842

Gouverneur Farmers' Market

While shopping for greens at the Gouverneur's Farmers' Market, Thursday, July 24, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, learn how to save some green on energy costs! St. Lawrence County Energy Advisor, Louise Jensen, will be sharing information on energy efficiency programs and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub table. See you there!

When: Thursday, July 24 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Gouverneur Village Park

Inlet’s Arts in Park

Stop by the Arts in the Park on Saturday, July 19th to see your local Energy Advisor, Carson Schweinsberg! Carson will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Saturday, July 19 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Arrowhead Park | Inlet, NY 13360, USA

Port Henry Farmers’ Market

Stop by the Port Henry Farmers’ Market on Friday, July 18th to see your local Energy Advisor, Kayla Gutheil! Kayla will have information on energy efficiency programs in your area and clean energy resources. One-on-one consultations can be scheduled. Look for the North Country Clean Energy Hub logo. See you there!

When: Friday, July 18 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: 36 Harbour Ln, Port Henry, NY 12974