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Kingston Community Energy Council

Representing Kingston's historically marginalized communities.

The Kingston Community Energy Council is a dedicated group of community members who help guide Mid-Hudson Energy Transition’s energy programs, offering valuable insight and advice on program implementation. Representing Kingston’s historically marginalized communities, the Council ensures that our initiatives in housing, environment, health, and economic opportunity are thoughtfully designed to meet real community needs.

With a focus on inclusivity and collaboration, the Community Council works to make sure that every program we offer is both impactful and genuinely wanted by the people of Kingston.

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Why Join the Community Council?

We appreciate your time and commitment. Each meeting includes a $100 stipend, dinner, and childcare services to support your participation.

The council meets once a month to discuss current projects, provide feedback, and ensure that our programs align with the needs of our community.

Make a difference in shaping impactful programs like HUG, HELP, and Kingston Community Energy (KCE) to better serve low-income and historically marginalized communities.

You don’t need a background in energy—just a commitment to social and energy justice as a community member.

Your voice matters! Join the Community Council and have a say in the energy programs being developed in Kingston!

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Nominee Requirements

  • Nominees should live and/or work in Kingston and be active, respected members of their community.
  • Nominees should be willing to commit time and energy to improving the lives of neighbors and other residents and businesses.
  • Nominees are not expected to be experts on energy matters but should be interested in learning.

Time Commitment

  • Meetings are typically held monthly for an hour and a half. The frequency of future meetings will be decided by the Community Council.

Stipend

  • Each Community Council member receives a $100 stipend per meeting that they attend and free dinner and childcare during the meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are a group of community members who shape Mid-Hudson Energy Transition’s energy programs, provide advice on implementation, and represent the historically marginalized communities of Kingston.

To ensure that everyone in the community has a say in energy planning, particularly those who are historically underserved or left out.

We provide feedback and advice to Mid-Hudson Energy Transition’s program managers, shaping energy initiatives in the City to best access and serve underserved populations.
We are open to anyone who is passionate about energy and social justice issues, especially individuals from marginalized groups and low-income neighborhoods.
We are selected through a nomination process which aims for diverse representation and values diverse perspectives and experiences.
We shape MHET’s programs, working to make them responsive to our community’s energy needs.
We hold regular meetings to discuss energy topics, share ideas, and provide feedback. Meetings are scheduled by members for maximum participation and happen once a month with a summer break.
Council members receive $100 per meeting attended as a token of appreciation, as well as free dinner during the meeting and childcare. Join us and make a difference while getting compensated for your time.

Questions? We're here to help!

Have questions and need help getting them answered? Send us a question, or contact us at the information below:

  • Call us at 845-383-1050
  • Visit the office at 280 Wall Street, Suite 379, Kingston, New York 12401 USA
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Check out our other programs

We’re dedicated to supporting those most affected by rising energy costs and the impacts of climate change, especially communities that have faced the greatest harm from our current energy system. Through continuous innovation, community involvement in program design, and advocacy for sustainable change, we’re building a cleaner, fairer future. Explore our other programs to see how we’re making a difference.

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