Energy Efficiency Resources

My office has held several workshops to share tips and resources for weatherizing your home and saving money on your energy bill. I wanted to share these resources with you, even if you didn't make it to one of the events.

No-cost and low-cost energy-saving tips » From Bill Najpauer, Certified Energy Auditor.

If you would like to be notified when we hold our next energy workshop, please email me or call (207) 774-5019.

U.S. Department of Energy

www.energysavers.gov 1-202-586-5000

The Department of Energy has a very useful webpage where consumers can find information about:

• Tax credits on insulation, heating systems, windows, biomass stoves and more—10% of the cost up to $500.
• Resources for financing buying or remodeling for energy-efficiency.
• Applying for the federal Weatherization Assistance Program.
• Information on energy-efficient appliances, lighting, and practices.
• Tools you can use to see how much energy-efficiency might save you.

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development

1-800-352-8963 Ext. 161

Grant and loan program for income-eligible homeowners to update or buy new heating systems, replace drafty windows, and purchase insulation.

Efficiency Maine

www.efficiencymaine.com 1-866-376-2463

Here you'll find a warehouse of incentives, rebates and programs offered by the state to help home and business owners conserve energy and save money.

Maine State Housing

www.mainehousing.org (800) 452-4668

Find information on a range of state energy-efficient resources, including:

• A list of state-certified energy auditors and weatherization technicians.
• Grants to help low-income homeowners and renters pay for weatherization work and central heating systems.
• The LIHEAP Heating and energy-improvement assistance program.

Local Resources

• People's Regional Opportunity Program: www.propeople.org or 207-553-5800
• Community Concepts. www.community-concepts.org or 1-800-866-5588