Farms are especially encouraged to turn manure management from a waste problem to an energy and agricultural opportunity though methane production. These smaller technologies will factor increasingly into a new planning approach for electric companies. Vermont has been a very visible promoter of electric cars. Finally, Vermonters have come to expect that they will be involved in key energy decisions. Proponents are responsible for figuring out the right way to engage the public, and there is no rulebook.
Process is important, and bad process can sink a good idea.