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Efficiency Maine Launches Driving Costs Calculator

August 11, 2026

Efficiency Maine recently added to its website a calculator that compares fuel costs between gasoline cars and electric vehicles (EVs). The Compare Driving...

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Annual Recognition Event Acknowledges the Achievements of Maine Contractors and Vendors that Support Efficiency Maine’s Initiatives

September 11, 2025

Augusta, Maine – September 11, 2025 – Last night, Efficiency Maine recognized contractors and vendors who have made outstanding contributions to inspire Maine...

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Efficiency Maine Trust’s Triennial Plan VI Approved

April 23, 2025

The Public Utilities Commission has approved the next three-year plan to help Mainers reduce energy costs. Augusta, Maine – April 23, 2025 –...

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Efficiency Maine’s Heat Pump and Heat Pump Water Heater Initiatives Receive “Leader of the Pack” Award From the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy

October 30, 2024

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Efficiency Maine Annual Event 2024 Recognizes the Achievements of the Champions, Contractors, and Dealerships that Support the State’s Energy Efficiency Initiatives

September 12, 2024

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Governor Mills Announces Expansion of New High-Speed Electric Vehicle Chargers in 17 Locations Across Maine

June 12, 2024

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Efficiency Maine Adds Instructional Videos to Electricity Monitor Loaners Resources to Help Mainers Assess and Manage Electricity Consumption

December 4, 2023

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Efficiency Maine Annual Event 2023 Recognizes Maine Contractors and Industrial Consumers for Energy Efficiency Achievements

September 14, 2023

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Efficiency Maine Green Bank Applauds Cumberland, Augusta, and Westbrook as First Maine Municipalities to Adopt Ordinance Allowing “Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy” Loans

August 24, 2023

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Recharge Maine Announces Planned Awards of More Than $6 Million in Bids to Further Extend Maine’s Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

August 1, 2023

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Maine’s EV Charging Network Expands Northward and Touts Significant New Funding Opportunities

April 12, 2023

Office of Governor Janet T. Mills

Governor Mills, Efficiency Maine Announce Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Initiative to Cut Energy Costs in Public Buildings, Save Taxpayer Dollars

August 30, 2022

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Efficiency Maine Announces Funding to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Rural Communities

August 18, 2022

Office of Governor Janet T. Mills

Governor Mills & Efficiency Maine Announce $15 Million Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Initiative to Cut Energy Costs in Schools and Public Buildings

June 17, 2022

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Efficiency Maine Annual Event 2022 Spotlights the Contributions of Maine Contractors That Support the Success of the Trust’s Programs

June 16, 2022

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Efficiency Maine Introduces Free Virtual Consultations to Help Businesses Considering Energy-Efficiency Projects

May 11, 2022

Office of Governer Janet T. Mills

Governor Mills & Efficiency Maine Announce $4 Million Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Program to Reduce Energy Costs for Hospitality Businesses

May 2, 2022

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Efficiency Maine Boosts Electric Vehicle Program with Rebate for Trucks and Vans, New Fleet Incentives, and New Rebate Reservation Process for Dealerships

March 8, 2022

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Efficiency Maine’s Residential Heat Pump Initiative is Labeled “Groundbreaking” by the Association of Energy Services Professionals

February 8, 2022

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Efficiency Maine Debuts Four New EV Videos to Help Property Owners With Charger Siting and Installation

February 2, 2022

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Efficiency Maine Introduces Funding Opportunity for Long-Term Care Facilities to Upgrade Heating, Lighting, and Refrigeration

October 12, 2021

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Efficiency Maine Debuts Electric Vehicle Educational Video Campaign, EV “How To” Guidebook, and Newly Redesigned EV Web Resources

September 29, 2021

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More than 30 Governmental Entities Begin to Electrify Their Fleets Using Grants from Efficiency Maine’s EV Rebate Program

September 27, 2021