energy efficiency

Published
April 10, 2022

Weatherization, heat pumps, EVs: State pushes energy cost solutions, but can you do them this year?

The most popular and cost-effective options for reducing household energy use are limited by high demand, labor shortages and supply chain issues.
Published
April 10, 2022

Pump vs. plug: Electric vehicles can save money despite higher up-front cost
Published
March 30, 2022

Biden administration announces new funding to make homes energy-efficient

The plan allots funding to modernize eligible homes with cost-effective upgrades, adding insulation to attics, swapping older refrigerators and other appliances for new, more efficient models, and replacing leaky windows and doors.
Published
March 11, 2022

Our View: Immediate relief, long-term prevention needed in face of spiking fuel costs

Our reliance on cheap oil has put Americans in a tough spot. The only way out is through clean energy.
Published
February 15, 2022

Our View: Maine households need long-term plan for cutting energy costs

A one-time, $90 credit is a good short-term break for the Mainers hit hardest by spiking power prices, but weatherization and other updates ultimately will make a bigger difference.