Maine

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After referendum, Maine advocates and lawmakers look to bolster utility accountability and performance

While details are still being worked out, one bill seeks to create additional accountability metrics as a way to spur better service from CMP and Versant.

By Evan Popp . 9 January 2024
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Maine towns band together to offer ‘energy navigators,’ extra funding for home energy upgrades

The program, funded by a federal grant and set to launch in mid-2024, aims to fill cost gaps and ease confusion over government rebates as residents seek to cut heating costs and emissions.

By Annie Ropeik . 4 January 2024
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Maine turns its heat pump focus to 'whole-house' systems that can all but eliminate fossil fuel use

The state recently clarified requirements for a new heat pump rebate program, which encourages participants to use the technology for at least 80% of their home heating.

By Annie Ropeik . 20 December 2023
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A year after record heating oil price spike, heat pump demand hums along in Maine

Moderating prices for oil and gas don’t appear to have reduced interest in heat pumps, as contractors remain busy and state rebates gain in popularity.

By Annie Ropeik . 4 December 2023
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Commentary: Despite Maine defeat, public power still on the agenda in the U.S.

Maine recently voted down a ballot initiative to buy out the state’s utilities, but often paths to larger movements are paved with small failures.

By Holly Caggiano . 20 November 2023
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Maine hopes IRA money will get heat pumps to more people, especially in multifamily housing

States are now crafting applications for billions in federal funding to create or expand electrification and energy efficiency rebate programs, trying to balance quality and quantity of incentives while reaching new demographics.

By Annie Ropeik . 16 November 2023
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Maine eyes time-of-use rates to encourage cheaper home electrification

Electric vehicles and heat pumps are key climate solutions in the state, but could drive costs and strain the grid without new rates to manage demand.

By Annie Ropeik . 8 November 2023
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Northeast grid operator weighs first environmental justice position

The role could serve as a bridge between ISO New England and the communities it serves as the region transitions to cleaner energy resources, state officials say.

By Miranda Willson . 7 August 2023
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Making Maine’s next generation of housing fossil-free — and affordable

Maine has a unique opportunity to tackle its housing crisis and the climate crisis at the same time, advocates say, but it will need to be careful to manage costs and balance priorities.

By Annie Ropeik . 2 August 2023
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Electric boats are coming. Will Maine have mechanics to service them?

A regional nonprofit has partnered with educators on a three-part training course to help prepare technicians to work on electric boats.

By Sarah Shemkus . 13 February 2023

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After referendum, Maine advocates and lawmakers look to bolster utility accountability and performance

Maine towns band together to offer ‘energy navigators,’ extra funding for home energy upgrades

Maine turns its heat pump focus to 'whole-house' systems that can all but eliminate fossil fuel use

A year after record heating oil price spike, heat pump demand hums along in Maine

Commentary: Despite Maine defeat, public power still on the agenda in the U.S.

Maine hopes IRA money will get heat pumps to more people, especially in multifamily housing

Maine eyes time-of-use rates to encourage cheaper home electrification

Northeast grid operator weighs first environmental justice position

Making Maine’s next generation of housing fossil-free — and affordable

Electric boats are coming. Will Maine have mechanics to service them?