LEDs use 85% less energy than incandescent bulbs, and reduce monthly energy costs by $20-30 for an average home.
Insulated window inserts improve indoor comfort and energy efficiency for less than 1/10th the cost of replacing windows.
LOW-INCOME
Efficiency Maine offers free heat pump water heaters, including installation, to eligible Mainers. In addition to saving money on oil or electric bill, these highly efficient heat pump water heaters dehumidify the space they are in. Thousands of Mainers have them and satisfaction is high.
For more information about eligibility, see: https://www.efficiencymaine.com/at-home/low-income-water-heaters/
ANY INCOME
Pay as little as $429 for your heat pump water heater! Tens of thousands of Mainers own heat pump water heaters. They’re popular because they produce lots of hot water, help dehumidify, and can save more than $500 per year in electricity.
For qualifying units:
1. $429 after instant discount at Granite Group.**
2. $449 after instant discount or mail-in rebate at Lowe’s.**
3. $549 after instant discount or mail-in rebate at Home Depot.**
4. Participating distributors offer an instant discount to contractors.
5. Heat pump water heaters purchased anywhere else qualify for an $850 mail-in rebate.
For more information, see: https://www.efficiencymaine.com/at-home/heat-pump-water-heater-program/
LOW-INCOME
Air sealing (with energy assessment): $600 value (no customer co-pay)
Insulation: 80% of project cost up to a $8,000 rebate
MODERATE INCOME
Air sealing (with energy assessment): $600 value (no customer co-pay)
Insulation: 60% of project cost up to a $6,000 rebate
ANY INCOME
Air sealing (with energy assessment): $500 (minimum customer co-pay of $100)
Insulation: 40% of project cost up to a $4,000 rebate
For more information about eligibility & finding an installer, see: https://www.efficiencymaine.com/at-home/weatherization/. Quoddy Spray Foam is a "Native owned Residential and commercial Spray Foam Insulation application" and registered Efficiency Maine vendor. See link for Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/quoddysprayfoam/.
"MaineHousing’s heat pump program pays for the cost and installation of a heat pump for eligible Maine homeowners.
You may be eligible if:
A 2020 study by Consumer Reports found that the lifetime ownership costs were significantly lower for EVs. Most EVs saved between $6,000 - $10,000 over their lifetimes.
Other: High-efficiency wood stove
New high-efficiency wood stoves are up to twice as efficient as older models, cutting wood consumption by up to half while providing as much heat to the home. Wood stoves are a great source of backup heat during power outages.
Other: Whole-home surge protection
As we electrify our energy consumption, and especially with the complex electronics in these systems, it is essential to install whole-home surge protection. These devices can cost $100-400, and need to be installed by an electrician. A single surge event can cause more damage than the upfront cost of the surge protector.
Other: Ventilation
As we seal our buildings and reduce air leakage (drafts), mechanical ventilation becomes more important. In many homes, exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathrooms are adequate. When homes are very tight, ventilation that both exhausts stale air and brings in fresh air is needed. Energy-recovery and heat-recovery ventilators exchange heat between the incoming and outgoing air, to temper the fresh air coming in.
This resource was created using the "10 Steps to a Zero Emissions Home" created by David Gibson at the College of the Atlantic.
Weatherization assistance for homes. Requirements: People over 60 years of age, families with one or more members with a disability, families with children (in most states), or eligible for SNAP or TANF. https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/1858
Fuel and weatherization assistance. See the link for information on applyng: https://liheapch.acf.hhs.gov/search-tool/
See the following link for resources on how to make your home healthier and safer regarding mold, radon, carbon monoxide, asthma and allergies, second-hand smoke, volatile organic compounds, drinking water contaminants, lead, mercury, and pesticides: https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2014-05/documents/healthy_homes_brochure_english.pdf
Access this link for more information about Efficiency Maine's incentives for energy efficiency upgrades, including for air sealing, clothes washers, heat pumps, insulation, air purifiers, and pellet stoves: https://www.efficiencymaine.com/at-home/
Access this link for information on solar incentives, rebates, cost comparisons, and pros and cons of solar panel installation: https://www.saveonenergy.com/solar-energy/maine/
Access this link for information on Indigenous Engagement with Renewable Energy Projects written by Leela Viswanathan for Indigenous Climate Hub: https://indigenousclimatehub.ca/2021/06/indigenous-engagement-with-renewable-energy-projects/
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