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.

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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.

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

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

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

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

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 "

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.

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.

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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LePage Expresses Thoughts on Energy in Video

10/17/2012 - 12:45pm

In a video posted on Youtube on October 15, 2012, Maine Governor Paul LePage expressed his views about how to lower Maine's electricity rates, which he says are not competetive with the rest of the US. The governor favors focusing on energy sources that require no subsidies, citing hydropower, biomass, wood pellets, heat pumps and natural gas. LePage maintains that wind is the most expensive source of power.

Watch it for yourself here.

Heat Pump Maker Hallowell Out of Business

05/28/2011 - 6:10pm

Bangor heat pump manufacturer Hallowell International has gone out of business, and its assets will be auctioned off next month. Hallowell's high-efficiency heating and cooling system, the Acadia, was recognized as a top green product by trade publications, and the company received a state business award in 2009. Since then, however, sales have fallen and customer complaints increased, the paper reported. In February, the company said it cut its full-time staff of 40 to just three, and President Duane Hallowell told the paper he was seeking an investor. The company has not filed for bankruptcy, and McKay told the paper that Hallowell may still attempt to sell the business. Hallowell did not return calls to the paper seeking comment.Northeast Bank requested the auction to liquidate its assets and recover outstanding debt. Hallowell International also owes the city more than $170,000 related to two community development loans of $100,000 awarded to the company in 2006. The company also leased its office space on Hildreth Street from the city.

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Maine’s Governor Endorses Geothermal Heat Pumps

05/28/2011 - 6:03pm

The Governor’s Office of Energy Independence and Security (OEIS) has submitted its findings and recommendations to the Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology. “Residential Geothermal Heating & Cooling Systems in Maine.”

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