Efficiency Maine

Casco Bay Heat Pump Challenge
2017-06-17 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | East End Community Center, 195 North St, Portland, ME, United States
Thinking about installing a heat pump in your home or business? Put the Casco Bay Heat Pump Challenge on your calendar: Saturday, June 17th with two information sessions starting at 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the East End Community Center 195 North St. in Portland. Learn more about ductless heat pumps, rebates, financing, and get special event-only discounts from Efficiency Maine registered heat pump installers. Find out more about this community sponsored event at www.wepowr.com/casco-bay.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2017-05-24 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, May 24, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Please click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2017-04-26 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, April 26, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Executive Committee Meeting
2017-04-03 12:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Executive Committee of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Monday, April 3, 2017 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2017-03-22 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, March 22, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2017-02-22 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Please click here for the agenda.

2017 Annual Symposium
2017-01-27 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown, 5 Park St, Freeport, ME, United States
Join Efficiency Maine for a lively discussion about grid modernization and distributed energy resources at our 2017 Annual Energy Symposium. Industry leaders, energy contractors, legislators, community leaders and advocates will share new ideas on the future of energy efficiency in Maine including energy forecasts, industry trends, and new technologies.
1:00-6:00 p.m.
Friday, January 27, 2015
Hilton Garden, Freeport
Symposium Presentations:
Laney Brown, Vice President, Grid Modernization Strategy, Modern Grid Partners.
Jamie Howland, Director, Climate and Energy Analysis Center, Acadia Center.
Mei Shibata, CEO, Essence Partners.
Gabe Arnold, Market Strategies Program Manager, DesignLights Consortium.
Michael Stoddard, Executive Director, Efficiency Maine.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2017-01-25 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, January 25, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2016-12-14 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, December 14, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2016-11-16 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, November 16, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2016-10-19 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, October 19, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

Efficiency Maine Trust Board Meeting
2016-09-21 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Efficiency Maine Trust Office, 68 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta, ME, United States
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Board of Trustees will be Wednesday, September 21, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Efficiency Maine Trust office, 168 Capitol Street, Suite 1, Augusta. Click here for the agenda.

KVCC - Propane & Natural Gas Course: Large Industrial-Commercial Gas-Fired Equipment
2016-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Kennebec Valley Community College is offering a Propane and Natural Gas: Large Industrial/Commercial Gas-Fired Equipment course starting September 19th! This course is designed to enable experienced gas industry managers, sales representatives, and service technicians to properly size and install gas service connections for large industrial and commercial gas-fired equipment and systems. Successful completion of this course and the corresponding CETP exam will prepare students in obtaining the State of Maine Propane and Natural Gas Technician-Large Equipment Connection and Service endorsement.
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Dates/Times:
Sept. 19, 21, 26 & 28
5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Mon. & Wed.
LOCATION
Fairfield Campus
92 Western Avenue
Frye Whitney Wing
Room 108A/102

KVCC - Solar PV for the Associate Candidate - Hybrid Course
2016-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Kennebec Valley Community College is offering a “Solar PV for the Associate Candidate” course – formerly known as Solar PV for the Entry Level Candidate, on September 24th. This course is designed for individuals who are interested in developing their understanding of solar PV technology. The content is presented at an introductory level and is an important first step for any student that wants to enter the solar PV industry. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Solar PV Associate exam.
Course Dates:
Sept. 24th – Nov. 5th, 2016
Course Cost: $480
Professional & Technical Training | 92 Western Avenue | Fairfield, ME 04937
Office: (207)453-5818 | Fax: (207)453-5010
Email: rweeks@kvcc.me.edu

KVCC - Propane and Natural Gas Course
2016-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Kennebec Valley Community College is offering a Propane and Natural Gas: Large Industrial/Commercial Gas-Fired Equipment course. This course is designed to enable experienced gas industry managers, sales representatives, and service technicians to properly size and install gas service connections for large industrial and commercial gas-fired equipment and systems. Successful completion of this course and the corresponding CETP exam will prepare students in obtaining the State of Maine Propane and Natural Gas Technician-Large Equipment Connection and Service endorsement. Additional eligibility requirements apply. For more information, please visit: http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/fuel/technician.html
Course Dates/Times:
Sept. 12, 14, 19 & 21
5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Mon. & Wed.
LOCATION
Fairfield Campus
92 Western Avenue
Frye Whitney Wing
Room 108A/102
INSTRUCTORS
Kevin Purnell &
James Roy
Licensed Propane & Natural Gas Technicians
TUITION
Cost $385
TO REGISTER:
By Phone:
(207)453-5818

Triennial Plan Stakeholder Forum
2015-06-17 08:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Please join us on Wednesday, June 17 for a stakeholder forum regarding the development of Efficiency Maine’s Triennial Plan. The event will be held at the Augusta Civic Center from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. A networking breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be served. The day will consist of presentations, open discussion and breakout sessions. To register for this event, please click here.

Energy Efficiency in Your Buildings and in Your Downtowns
2014-11-10 09:25 - 10:25 UTC
Energy Efficiency in Your Buildings and in Your Downtowns
Join Efficiency Maine in Brunswick for the 2014 Maine Downtown Institute session – Energy Efficiency in your Buildings and in Your Downtowns! Information will be shared about energy efficiency in historic buildings including: funding opportunities, incentive programs, sustainable building practices, energy efficiency practices and concerns in historic buildings, the importance of the energy audit, and more. This session is offered by the Maine Downtown Center in cooperation with the Grants to Green – Green Champions training. For more information on the Grants to Green program click here.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2014, from 1-4 pm
Where: Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St, Brunswick, ME 04011
Speakers Include:
Anne Ball, Maine Downtown Center, Grants to Green Maine
Chris Closs, Maine Preservation, Greater Portland Landmarks
Rick Meinking, Efficiency Maine
Chris Wolff, Maine Community Foundation
Representative from the EPA and the Energy Star Portfolio Manager Program
Register today to secure your spot for this educational event. Click here to REGISTER ONLINE!

KVCC Mini-Split Heat Pump Training
2014-10-02 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
Kennebec Valley Community College is offering a Mini-Split Heat Pump Training course October 2-4 & October 9-11. This is a 40 hour course designed for licensed HVAC or electrical technicians who want to further their knowledge of mini-split heating and cooling systems. This course will also provide professionals working in the HVAC industry with further knowledge regarding the installation, service and operation of mini-split heat pumps on the market today.This training program has been endorsed by Efficiency Maine and Energy Star heat pump manufacturers. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion from KVCC certifying that they have received the Energy Star Heat Pump Installation Training required by Efficiency Maine.
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Dates:
Oct. 2, 3 & 4, 2014
Oct. 9, 10 & 11, 2014
Course Tiime:
Thurs -Fri: 5pm-9pm
Saturday: 8am-5pm
Click Here for more information.

EMCC Heat Pump Training
2014-04-23 17:00 UTC
This course is designed for Licensed Heating Oil and Gas Technicians, HVAC Technicians, or Licensed Electricians. This course will provide the student with an expanded level of skills to install and service single zone mini-split heat pumps. During the course the student will install one single zone mini-split heat pump. Topics to be covered are basic heat pump/refrigeration cycle, electricity, and heat pump mechanical, electrical, and electronic components. Lab activities include electrical wiring and troubleshooting, piping techniques, leak testing, evacuation, charging, refrigerant recovery, plus operation and maintenance of mini-split heat pumps.
To Register and for more information, call 974-4810 or 1-800-286-9357.
Dates/Times:
Monday/Wednesday 3/3/14-4/23/14
5:00-8:00 pm
Saturday4/12/14
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Location:
Eastern Maine Community College, Rangeley Hall
Instructors:
Jim Peary and Rick Gomm
Tuition: $1,095.00

Efficiency Maine Board Meeting
2014-02-26 09:30 - 12:00 UTC
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Trust Board will be held on Wednesday February 26th, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Governor Hill Mansion in Augusta, ME.

Mini-Split Heat Pump Course
2014-02-17 08:00 - 2014-02-21 17:00 UTC
Kennebec Valley Community College is now offering a Mini-Split Heat Pump Course for licensed heating or HVAC technicians, and licensed electricians, who want to further their knowledge in the installation, service, and operation of mini-split heat pumps on the market today. This 40-hour course will provide professionals with the basics of refrigerant cycle theory and explain how the cycle produces heating and cooling. Other topics covered in the course will be: basic electrical theory, control theory, mechanical operation of system components, and safe work practices involved in the installation of these units. Students will experience a hands-on lab component involving the installation and troubleshooting of these state-of-the-art mini-split heat pump systems.
Location: Kennebec Valley Community College
February 17th through February 21st
8am to 5pm
To register click here.

Efficiency Maine Board Meeting
2014-01-15 09:30 - 12:00 UTC
The next meeting of the Efficiency Maine Trust Board will be held on Wednesday January 15th, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Governor Hill Mansion in Augusta, ME.

Efficiency Maine Board Meeting.
2014-01-15 09:30 - 12:00 UTC

KVCC Natural Gas and Propane Course
2014-01-06 12:28 - 2014-01-14 13:28 UTC
Basic Principles and Practices – This course is designed for all personnel who want to work in the propane industry. It provides an overview of key concepts and safety strategies for working with propane. This course is a prerequisite for the more advanced propane and natural gas courses (PNG1 020, PNG1 030).
Location: Kennebec Valley Community College
January 6-14, 2014 (M & W, 5-9 p.m.)
CETP exam, January 18, 9 a.m.
Course cost is $385.
Register here.

Green Eggs: Community Weatherization
2013-12-04 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
The Maine Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council will feature weatherization at its next monthly breakfast meeting. Join the Maine USGBC on December 4th for a discussion of greening existing homes, and how groups are leveraging state-wide incentives to engage communities in cooperative weatherization projects. Brooks Winner from the Island Institute will share how Weatherization Weeks are reducing energy costs in high-energy price communities and using the power of community engagement to weatherize up homes on Maine islands; Sue Inches from Habitat for Humanity will discuss how engaging a mix of volunteer and professional labor can weatherize homes; and Dana Fischer from Efficiency Maine will share details of new residential incentives for insulation and heating system projects.
Wednesday December 4th
7:30 to 9:00 a.m.
Maine Audubon, Gilsland Farm Education Center, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd, Falmouth, ME
Register here.

Efficiency Maine Board Meeting
2013-11-20 09:30 - 12:00 UTC
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.
The agenda is included here: Agenda_2013_11_20_FINAL

Energy Auditor Course at SMCC
2013-11-11 00:00 - 2014-02-21 23:59 UTC
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.
Location: Southern Maine Community College
Monday-Friday 10/28-11/8
Cost: $1600. Book included in course fee.
More information available here.

Efficiency Maine Annual Symposium and Awards Ceremony November 6
2013-11-06 00:00 - 2014-02-21 23:59 UTC
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.
As 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.
The 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.
Register here.
Efficiency 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.

Symposium Presentation Materials Posted
2013-11-06 00:00 - 23:59 UTC
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.
The 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:
Alethea Cariddi
Dan Kelley
John Murphy
Kurt Shillington
Suzanne MacDonald
VamshiGooje

US EPA Refrigerant Certification Exam Preparation Course
2013-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
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.
For an overview of the issues covered on the exam click here.
Dates: October 12th, 19th and 26th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $480
Location: Kennebec Valley Community College
Register here.
