Why an Energy Audit Should Be a Part of Your Spring Cleaning this Year
Spring is finally here, even in Maine where we’re beginning to see the world slowly come back to life. Like many homeowners from Rockland down to the Portland area, you’re probably feeling reenergized. Taking advantage of more time outdoors is great, but you’re also likely starting some projects around the house.
Read MoreIf Your Home Was Too Cold During the Winter, It’ll Be Hot This Summer — Here’s What To Do
The past winter here in Maine was brutal. With constant subzero temperatures, high winds, and somewhat unpredictable storms, it’s not a surprise that many homeowners from Rockland to Portland were feeling the chill. If you were one of the many with a cold home and high heating costs, chances are that during the summer you’ll be too hot.
Read MoreBuilding Science? What’s that?
Evergreen Home Performance Building Analyst Brian Robinson led Camden’s Watershed School students last week in a two-day seminar on concepts of building science and the interactions of buildings with their environment. Forty percent of America’s energy budget is consumed in buildings so Brian teamed up with Watershed teacher Janet McMahon to help her Global Climate Change students understand the issues.
Read MoreMPBN features Evergreen Home Performance
Maine Public radio featured Richard Burbank in a segment about Home Weatherization and how to save money on home energy costs this winter.Listen to the segment here.
Read MoreEvergreen Newsletter – May 2015
Our first newsletter is packed with details about the political battle over Efficiency Maine, a glimpse at the way art and the environment come together at the Langlais Sculpture Preserve, and tips to celebrate the long-awaited summer while picking up the pieces from a record-breaking winter.Read it here and subscribe so you never miss a thing.
Read MoreEvergreen Newsletter – November 2015
Our November newsletter has energy-saving tips for the holidays, as well as updates on the Clean Power Plan, Efficiency Maine’s Triennial Plan, and more.Read it here and subscribe so you never miss a thing.
Read MoreEvergreen Newsletter – February 2016
We sent out Valentines in our February newsletter, plus news about energy efficiency tax credits and the honors we received from Efficiency Maine, and more. Read it here and subscribe so you never miss a thing.
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