Sarah Thorne: It's NH Electric Co-op election time; get online and vote

To The Daily Sun,

Do readers receive their electricity from the New Hampshire Electric Coop? If so, they are one of 80,000 members and are entitled to vote in the board election now through June 10. Among the candidates are three stand-outs who are running for the first time. They possess skills sorely needed by NHEC to keep energy affordable, sustainable and locally controlled. They call themselves “technology forward” and have the experience to back this up.

Brad Hakavy lives in Campton, and Cambridge, Massachusetts. He has been a chief executive officer of companies producing electric motorcycles, energy optimization, and is vice president of the energy and water division at Oracle.

Laurel Boivin, from Lee, worked for Eversource for about 20 years, and wants to put her utility knowledge to work by engaging members, communities and public policy makers in crafting our clean energy future.

Tom Randell, residing in Moultonborough, is an international commercial attorney and communications consultant specializing in infrastructure investment, including wind and solar.

These candidates envision diversified, local energy sources and storage for the 115-town Co-op service area. They have extensive experience in technological innovation and applications, at all levels: home and business up to the grid. They are strong proponents of transparency in governance and communication with Co-op members.

For more information about the election and candidates, see NHECFuture.com

Please cast a vote for Brad, Laurel and Tom by June 10. Watch the mail for the ballot next week or vote online now via the SmartHub account.

Sarah Thorne

Holderness