Database State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency
DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency. Check what incentives are available for the State of Maine for renewables and efficiency.
Building Energy Codes Resouce Center
Building Energy Codes Resource Center
The Resource Center has been developed to provide users with information about energy codes and beyond code technologies. Topics can be researched by category using the BROWSE menu, or by keyword using the SEARCH feature, which are both located in the toolbar above. Resources are available in a variety of different formats, including:...
U. S. Department of Energy
http://www.energy.gov/energyefficiency/weatherization.htm
The Department of Energy is committed to reducing America's dependence on foreign oil and developing energy efficient technologies for buildings, homes, transportation, power systems and industry. The mission of the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) is to strengthen America's energy security, environmental quality, and economic vitality in public-private partnerships that: enhance energy efficiency and productivity; bring clean, reliable ...
Do It Yourself: Energy Savings at Home
Saving Money Through Energy Conservation and Alternative Energy Sources
Many Maine residents are having trouble meeting their needs for heating, transportation, and food due to rising fuel prices. University of Maine Cooperative Extension has established this website to provide research-based information on saving money through "do-it-yourself" energy savings for your home. The University of Maine Cooperative Extension has information you can use and research you can trust!
Maine State Housing Authority - Home Energy Loan Program
http://www.mainehousing.org/PROGRAMSHelp.aspx?ProgramID=32
Maine Housing's Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) offers loans at a low fixed rate of only 3.95% (4.194%APR*) for home improvements that increase home energy efficiency. Loan amounts range from $2,800 to $30,000, with loan terms of up to 15 years. (Rates and terms are subject to change.)
For loans repaid over 15 years, the monthly payment would be $7.37 for every $1,000 borrowed. ...