Now you’ve heard of sump pumps and bilge pumps, both for getting rid of water you DON'T want. Well, these heat pumps are for bringing in heat that you DO want, or for getting rid of heat in summah.

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Maine's Conversation About Heat Pumps

Heat pumps are an appliance that will be found in more and more Maine homes and businesses as we transition to cleaner energy technologies, such as geo-exchange heat systems. Read on to learn more about them.

Geothermal heat pump system with water-to-air ducting

GEO heat pump with water-to-air ducting, photo courtesy of Water Energy Distributors.

Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Fair at SMCC's South Portland Campus

05/13/2013 - 10:31am

On May 4, 2013 the Common Ground Learning Solutions and Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) at the South Portland Campus held the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fair in the Sustainability and Energy Alternatives Center. The event celebrated Earth Day and included information on solar, wind and geothermal energy.

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Bangor Hydro Offers Incentive Programs for Ductless Heat Pumps

12/20/2012 - 5:22pm

Bangor Hydro power smart Maine heat pumps logo Beginning October 15, 2012, Bangor Hydro Electric Company is offering two types of incentive programs to encourage its residential and small commercial custome

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Our Three Candidates for US Senate Debate the Energy and Environmental Issues

09/13/2012 - 5:18pm

Jeff Thaler of E2Tech moderates a senatorial candidates' debate between Angus King, Charlie Summers and Cynthia Dill in Portland, Maine On September 13, 2012, the Environmental and Energy Technology Council of Maine (E2Tech) hosted a debate

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The Energy & Shelter Area at the Common Ground Country Fair

08/29/2012 - 4:11pm

The energy and shelter area of the common ground country fair in Unity Maine hosted by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association Are you looking for inspiration for your next energy reform project? O

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Recipients of USDA Rural Energy for America Program Grants

06/26/2012 - 2:32pm

Congressman Mike Michaud of Maine On June 25, 2012, Congressman Mike Michaud announced that seven businesses in Maine’s second congressional district have received Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grants totaling nearly $7

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What is a Ductless Heat Pump?

03/28/2012 - 3:18pm

Fujitsu Ductless Heat Pump System 9-12-15RLS2 The Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy offers this overall description of ductless, also called "

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What is Cleantech and Why Do We Want It?

03/20/2012 - 9:34pm

According to the Environmental and Energy Technology Council of Maine, ("E2Tech"), "Clean Tech is defined by a diverse range of products, services, and processes that harness renewable materials and energy sources, promote the sustainable use of natural resources, and reduce or eliminate emissions and wastes.

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Federal Clean Energy Assistance for Indian Tribes Applications Due Jan. 15

12/19/2011 - 2:47pm

On December 2, 2011, the US Department of Energy (DOE) launched the Strategic Technical Assistance Response Team (START) initiative aimed at advancing clean energy generation in Indian Country.

The initiative provides federally recognized Native American and Alaska Native governments with technical assistance to accelerate clean energy project deployment.

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Did You Miss the Launch of Maine's Clean Tech Corridor?

11/20/2011 - 3:25pm

On November 15, 2011, The Environmental and Energy Technology Council (E2Tech) and its partners held an event heralded as the launch of Maine's Clean Tech Corridor. While it was safe to witness this launch from a mere distance of 5 feet or so, the potential economic power of the Clean Tech Corridor may be formidable, indeed.

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Lots of Clean Energy Potential at Brunswick Landing

11/07/2011 - 5:11pm

On Novmber 3, 2011 Brunswick Landing and the E2Tech Council held an event to introduce the public to the clean energy redevelopment potential at Brunswick Landing and the vision for building the Brunswick Renewable Energy Center (BREC).

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