BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Efficiency Maine - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Efficiency Maine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Efficiency Maine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20120101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20120311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20121104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20130310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20131103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131120T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131120T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134522Z UID:19041-1384939800-1384948800@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Efficiency Maine Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be on Wednesday\, November 20\, at the Governor Hill Mansion in Augusta from 9:30 to noon.\nThe agenda is included here: Agenda_2013_11_20_FINAL URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/efficiency-maine-board-meeting-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131111T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140221T235900 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134524Z UID:19064-1384128000-1393027140@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Energy Auditor Course at SMCC DESCRIPTION:SMCC is offering an energy auditing course this fall. In this course students will learn to conduct accurate building analyses\, provide information\, reports and documentation of findings\, and make appropriate recommendations for weatherization and energy improvements. This course will prepare students to sit for the BPI Building Analyst national certification exam. Written and field exams are not included in course fee. Exams will be scheduled after the completion of the course. Previous experience in building trades or home performance recommended.\nLocation: Southern Maine Community College\nMonday-Friday 10/28-11/8\nCost: $1600. Book included in course fee. \nMore information available here. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/energy-auditor-course-at-smcc/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131106T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20140221T235900 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134524Z UID:19060-1383696000-1393027140@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Efficiency Maine Annual Symposium and Awards Ceremony November 6 DESCRIPTION:Efficiency Maine is gathering some of the region’s foremost experts and vendors on heating equipment\, industrial processes\, and building envelope technology – as well as some prominent companies and customers that have benefited from them — to participate in its 4th Annual Symposium and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday\, November 6\, at Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland.\nAs a result of Maine’s recently enacted Omnibus Energy Bill\, Efficiency Maine is rolling out new programs to help businesses and homeowners reduce their heating bills. At the same time\, natural gas lines are expanding into many communities and improved equipment\, like electric heat pumps and pellet boilers\, are emerging as attractive alternative heating systems. Join us for a discussion about recent and future applications of high-efficiency equipment and materials that lower energy costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, and learn about new Efficiency Maine programs and incentives. \nThe event features informative panels\, an exhibit hall\, and an awards ceremony. Thomas Welch\, chairman of the Maine Public Utilities Commission\, will be the keynote speaker. The symposium will be followed immediately by a networking reception and the presentation of this year’s Efficiency Maine awards for top honors among the state’s energy efficiency contractors\, suppliers\, and customers. \nRegister here. \nEfficiency Maine will also provide an opportunity for vendors\, contractors\, and other interested parties to exhibit their products and services at the event at no cost. To register to exhibit\, email paul.badeau@efficiencymaine.com\, and include “Exhibit interest” in the subject line. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/efficiency-maine-annual-symposium-and-awards-ceremony-november-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131106T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131106T235900 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134525Z UID:19072-1383696000-1383782340@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Symposium Presentation Materials Posted DESCRIPTION:Efficiency Maine held its Annual Symposium and Awards Ceremony on November 6 in Portland. The event featured two panels focusing on energy efficiency technology and success stories\, one featuring customer perspectives\, and the other\, contractor/vendor perspectives.\nThe first panel featured presentations by: Alethea Cariddi\, Sustainability Coordinator\, University of New England; Suzanne MacDonald\, Community Energy Director\, Island Institute; and Kurt Shillington\, Operations Manager\, Princeton Properties. The second panel featured: John Murphy\, Business Development Manager\, Sweeney Rogers Geraghty Inc.; Vamshi Gooje\, Associate\, Thornton Tomasetti; and Dan Kelley\, Vice President and Power Engineering Service Line Leader\, Woodard & Curran. Below are the presentations from each: \nAlethea Cariddi \nDan Kelley \nJohn Murphy \nKurt Shillington \nSuzanne MacDonald \nVamshiGooje \n  URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/symposium-presentation-materials-posted/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131026T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134524Z UID:19066-1382774400-1382806800@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:US EPA Refrigerant Certification Exam Preparation Course DESCRIPTION:The U.S. EPA Refrigerant Certification course at KVCC is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and understanding of the safety and regulations designed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the handling of refrigerant chemicals.\nFor an overview of the issues covered on the exam click here. \nDates: October 12th\, 19th and 26th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nCost: $480 \nLocation: Kennebec Valley Community College \nRegister here. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/us-epa-refrigerant-certification-exam-preparation-course/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131023T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131023T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134525Z UID:19067-1382551200-1382558400@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Windham Adult Ed: DIY Air Sealing and Weatherization Basics DESCRIPTION:Energy professionals will show you how to identify and address the most important places to seal in the home to save energy and money. PACE and PowerSaver loan programs and incentives from Efficiency Maine will be discussed.\nLocation: Windham High School\nRoom: 123\n406 Gray Road\nWindham\, ME 04062 \nDate: October 23rd\, 2013 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. \nRegister here. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/windham-adult-ed-diy-air-sealing-and-weatherization-basics/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131023T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131023T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134522Z UID:19042-1382520600-1382529600@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Efficiency Maine Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Trust Board will be held on Wednesday October 23rd\, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.\, at the Governor Hill Mansion in Augusta\, ME. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/efficiency-maine-board-meeting-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20131011T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20131011T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134524Z UID:19063-1381478400-1381507200@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Multifamily Energy Auditing at SMCC DESCRIPTION:This hybrid course will prepare students to audit multifamily buildings\, and take the Multifamily Building Analyst certification exams from the Building Performance Institute. Particular emphasis will be placed on the unique energy challenges in Maine’s multifamily building stock. BPI Multifamily Building Analyst Certification requires successful completion of the written and field exams. Exams will be scheduled after the completion of the course. Exams are not included in the course fee.\n10/7-10/11 8:00 to 4:00 p.m.\nLocation: Southern Maine Community College\nCost: $1550. Book included in course fee.\nFind out more here. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/multifamily-energy-auditing-at-smcc/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130927T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130927T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134525Z UID:19069-1380272400-1380286800@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:EnerPHit and Deep Energy Retrofit Forum DESCRIPTION:PassivhausMAINE is hosting a Forum highlighting Passive House renovations Friday\, September 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Portland Public Library. Chris Corson of Ecocor will share experiences from his single-family renovation in Northport\, Maine. Brooklyn-based\, 475\, will talk about a townhouse renovation and Boston based\, Paul Eldrencamp\, from Byggmeister\, will present case studies from a single\, duplex and triplex project. Register for the event here. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/enerphit-and-deep-energy-retrofit-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130926T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130926T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134522Z UID:19043-1380187800-1380195000@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Efficiency Maine Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Trust Board will be held on Thursday September 26th\, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.\, at the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce at 50 Elm Street\, Waterville\, ME. \nClick here for the agenda. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/efficiency-maine-board-meeting-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130821T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134522Z UID:19044-1377077400-1377086400@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Trust Board will be held on Wednesday August 21st\, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Governor Hill Mansion in Augusta\, ME. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/efficiency-maine-trust-board-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130808T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134525Z UID:19073-1375952400-1375963200@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Third RGGI Stakeholder Workshop DESCRIPTION:The next stakeholder meeting to discuss the use of RGGI funds as it relates to the recent Energy Bill is scheduled for Thursday\, August 8\, from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m.:\nWhen: Thursday\, August 8\n 9 AM – 12 Noon \nWhere: 3 locations in the UMaine System: \n\nUMaine Orono — Collaborative Media Lab at the Fogler Library (cablecast live)\nUMaine Augusta – Katz Library\, Lower level\, Room 5\, 46 University Drive\nUSM Portland — 215 Abromson (cablecast live)\n\n Agenda: Program Design Considerations \n\nEligibility\n\nCustomers\nMeasures\n\n\nMarketing / Outreach / Education / Training Needs\nQuality Assurance\n\nBuilding Envelope Measures\nEquipment Measures\n\n\nIncentives\nBudget Considerations\n\nAs with past notices\, we would appreciate it if you could reply to Karen Bickerman\, whose email is karen.bickerman@efficiencymaine.com to let us know if you will be attending and which of the three venues you expect to use. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/third-rggi-stakeholder-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130803T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130803T235900 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134523Z UID:19053-1375488000-1375574340@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Save the Date! Madison Energy Expo DESCRIPTION:Join Efficiency Maine at the Madison Energy Expo!\nAre you worried about paying your heating bill? Want to learn how you can save money on electricity? Interested in switching heating systems in your home or business? Looking for practical\, everyday solutions? If so\, please consider attending the Energy Expo\, sponsored by Representative Ann Dorney of Norridgewock. Admission is free and there will be drawings for energy related prizes. \nWhen: August 3\, 2013 \nWhere: Madison Memorial High School \nOur click here for more information. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/save-the-date-madison-energy-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130724T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130724T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T214205Z UID:19070-1374672600-1374681600@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Second RGGI Stakeholder Workshop DESCRIPTION:The next stakeholders meeting to discuss the use of RGGI funds as it relates to the recent Energy Bill is scheduled for Wednesday\, July 24\, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.\nThe workshop will be held at the University of Maine at Augusta in the Bennett D. Katz Library Lower level\, Room 5\, 46 University Drive). The session will also be cablecast live with two-way video and audio at the following campus locations: \n\nUniversity of Maine at Orono Room 126\, Barrows Hall http://umaine.edu/locator/files/2009/05/2013-Map.pdf\nUniversity of Southern Maine Room 133\, Wishcamper Building\, Portland) http://www.usm.maine.edu/about/directions-portland-campus\n\n  \nIf you plan to attend\, please send an email to Karen at Karen.Bickerman@efficiencymaine.com and let her know whether you will be attending the Augusta\, Orono or Portland venue. \nAgenda for Workshop 2 (1:30 to 4:30 p.m.) \nI. Welcome and Introductions\nII. Recap of Objectives and Topics Covered at Workshop I\nIII. Panel Discussion of Heating System Options\nOil\nSolar\nNatural Gas\, Propane\nPellet\nElectric\nIV. Stakeholder Comments regarding Use of RGGI Funds to Reduce Home Heating Demand \nTo access materials from the first stakeholders meeting\, visit: http://www.efficiencymaine.com/about/rggi-funding-stakeholder-workshop/. \nThe third and final stakeholder meeting will be held on Thursday\, August 8\, with locations yet to be determined. The focus of that meeting will be on Program Design Options for Envelope and Equipment Measures. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/second-rggi-stakeholder-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130717T073000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130717T145900 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134522Z UID:19047-1374046200-1374073140@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:Maine's New Energy Policy DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, July 17\, 2013\nTime: 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM \nLocation: Building #27 (Maine Technology Institute building)\, Brunswick Landing\, 8 Venture Avenue\, Brunswick\, Maine \nRegister here. \nIn the closing days of the 2013 legislative session\, Maine’s House and Senate overwhelmingly supported an omnibus energy bill that aims to reduce heating and electricity costs\, increase energy efficiency\, and expand natural gas infrastructure in Maine. The bipartisan legislation\, assembled from 12 separate bills\, is being called “historic” and “landmark” in its approach to energy policy – but “how” and “why” and “what” will really change in your town\, business\, and home? \nOn July 17\, E2Tech will host Maine’s energy leaders as they dissect the new law and provide guidance on next steps\, implementation of key provisions and impacts on businesses and homeowners. \n• Patrick Woodcock\, Director\, Governor’s Energy Office \n• Thomas Welch\, Chairman\, Maine Public Utilities Commission \n• Michael Stoddard\, Executive Director\, Efficiency Maine Trust \n• Timothy Schneider\, Maine Public Advocate \nRegistration will be limited based on room capacity\, so please register early. This event will be hosted at Building #27\, 8 Venture Avenue\, Brunswick Landing. \nFor any questions\, please contact Jeff Marks at director@e2tech.org or (207) 956-1970. URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/maines-new-energy-policy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20130711T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20130711T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052820 CREATED:20170420T134525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T134525Z UID:19071-1373533200-1373544000@www.efficiencymaine.com SUMMARY:RGGI Funding Stakeholder Workshop DESCRIPTION:Pursuant to a new law passed by the Legislature\, Efficiency Maine will be allocating 35% of its revenues from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) to programs that will reduce home heating demand\, lower costs and decrease greenhouse gas emissions.\nOn Thursday\, July 11\, from 9 AM-12 Noon\, Efficiency Maine will be holding the first in a series of open workshops for interested stakeholders to discuss program design options for the use of these funds.\n \nWORKSHOP 1 \nThursday\, July 11\, from 9 AM – 12 noon \nVenue: U Maine at Augusta (Bennett D. Katz Library Lower level\, Room 5\, 46 University Drive ) http://www.uma.edu/augustacampus.html \nIf you can’t attend in Augusta\, the discussion will also be cablecast live\, with two-way video and audio\, at two locations: \n\nUniversity of Maine at Orono Room 126\, Barrows Hall http://www.umaine.edu/about/driving-directions/ http://umaine.edu/locator/files/2009/05/2013-Map.pdf\nUniversity of Southern Maine Room 133\, Wishcamper Building\, Portland) http://www.usm.maine.edu/about/directions-portland-campus\n\nYou must be present at one of these two locations in order to see or hear the cablecast and to share your comments and questions with us. \nIf you intend to attend Workshop 1\, please send an email to Karen at Karen.Bickerman@efficiencymaine.com and let her know whether you will be attending the Augusta\, Orono or Portland venue. \nAgenda for Workshop 1 (9-12) \n\nWelcome and Introductions\nContext\n\nRGGI Statute\nAmendments to Statute re: Residential Heating\n\n\nAnalysis and Discussion of Key Criteria\n\nBenefit-to-Cost Ratios\nLower Heating Energy Costs\nGreenhouse Gas Savings per Trust Fund Cost\nGroup Discussion About Other Criteria\, Considerations\n\n\n Building Envelope Measures (Air Sealing and Insulation)\n\nBaseline Data from Maine Homes\nProgram Description\nRecent Program Results\nQ&A URL:https://www.efficiencymaine.com/event/rggi-funding-stakeholder-workshop/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR