Air conditioning has long been considered unnecessary – even luxurious – for many Mainers. But as summers get hotter, the need for cool, dry homes is creating converts.
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Maine Voices: Are heat pump consumers getting the benefit of federal, state incentive programs?
While I don’t begrudge installers getting a share of the opportunity created by both strong demand and government support of heat pumping technology, rebates are for consumers.
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Maine pledges to install 175,000 more heat pumps by 2027
Maine met its goal to install 100,000 heat pumps two years ahead of schedule. So Gov. Janet Mills is raising the bar, hoping that general state and federal incentives will help Maine lower heating bills and meet its climate goals.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
New wood heat options come with climate trade-offs
Maine’s forests are crucial to both absorbing carbon emissions and providing alternatives to high oil costs.
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Heat pumps boom in Maine, despite frigid cold and oil industry pushback
In Maine, exorbitant oil and gas prices have motivated people to switch to heat pumps, prompting the fossil fuel industry to step up its efforts to beat back the trend.
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport’s electrification rebate among coming boons for the eco-conscious
A home energy solutions workshop at the Freeport Community Center from 9 a.m. to noon on Feb. 25 will help educate residents about electrification rebate programs offered through the Town of Freeport, Efficiency Maine and the federal government.
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Electricity rate option triggers skepticism, partisan charges
Heat pump rates are not being subsided by other customers, the Maine Public Utilities Commision says.
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Have a heat pump? New electric rates could save you money
The new rates, which apply to the delivery portion of electricity bills, aren’t for everyone. Scrutinizing when and how much power you use is key to potential savings.
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport weighs local heat pump rebates as energy costs rise
A Freeport group is pushing for a rebate program that would incentivize heat pumps, electric vehicles and other environment- or wallet-friendly devices.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Pump it up: Can you keep warm in winter with a heat pump alone?
An Efficiency Maine initiative may be changing minds about the energy-saving devices, after testing their stand-alone performance in subzero temperatures.