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Grants would help less affluent New Hampshire towns invest in public solar projects

The state has applied for federal funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act for a grant program that would help cities and towns access the benefits of solar power.

By Sarah Shemkus . 24 January 2024
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Connecticut program aims to alleviate cost barriers to utility oversight process, but challenges remain

Nonprofits say the program is only the first step toward encouraging more diverse participation in complex utility regulatory debates.

By Annie Ropeik . 17 January 2024
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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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Grant seeks to recruit Appalachian manufacturers for clean energy economy

A group of regional partners is seeking to find and support more than 1,000 small and medium manufacturers to play a supply chain role in the growing clean energy industry.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 2 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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Solar installers and fire officials look for compromise on Massachusetts fire code

Firefighters need space to navigate rooftops, but solar installers say they were caught off guard by new restrictions.

By Sarah Shemkus . 27 November 2023
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Microgrid model spreads in Massachusetts as cities look to lessen costs, outages

Chelsea and Boston’s Chinatown neighborhood are moving forward with microgrid projects that supporters hope will be case studies for others to follow.

By Sarah Shemkus . 21 November 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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Grants would help less affluent New Hampshire towns invest in public solar projects

Connecticut program aims to alleviate cost barriers to utility oversight process, but challenges remain

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

Grant seeks to recruit Appalachian manufacturers for clean energy economy

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

Solar installers and fire officials look for compromise on Massachusetts fire code

Microgrid model spreads in Massachusetts as cities look to lessen costs, outages

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