Program Highlight
Governor Mills Unveils New Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Station for Public in West Gardiner; Announces Awards to Build More Charging Stations Across Maine
Launch of new charging station builds out state’s EV infrastructure to help usher in more electric vehicles, save Maine people money on expensive fossil fuels, and reduce CO2 emissions to fight climate change Joined by Efficiency Maine Trust, the Maine Turnpike Authority, and municipal officials,...
READ MORECollective Purchase Initiatives
Similar to buying food in bulk, Maine residents are saving money and enhancing their homes through collective purchases that deliver significant energy savings. Some community-scale purchases involve energy-efficient products—both big (ductless heat pumps) and small (LED lightbulbs). Other...
READ MOREWhat Exactly IS Air Sealing?
Air sealing sounds strange; can one really seal air? It may help to think of it as “draft sealing”—stopping the flow of air leaking into and out of your house. Air sealing is one of the most economical and easy ways to lower heating bills, and improve the comfort of your home—ridding...
READ MOREAmerican Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy Recognizes Efficiency Maine
For Immediate Release January 29, 2019 American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy Recognizes Efficiency Maine Trust Residential Heat Pump Program Augusta, Maine — Last week, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) announced, in The New Leaders of the Pack: ACEEE’s...
READ MORELighting Overview
Choosing a light bulb can be challenging because there are so many options at the store. This week, we’re providing information on how to choose a bulb and calculate lighting savings when you upgrade to a high-efficiency product. The most common types of bulbs include incandescent, halogen,...
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