October 2023

Multi-family housing addresses Maine housing shortage

Maine, like much of the country, has a housing shortage for people of all income levels. Increasingly, multifamily housing offers an effective solution, especially when high performance and energy efficient features are prioritized.

What is the Inflation Reduction Act, and what does it mean for my home?

If you want to improve your home's efficiency, there are many tax credits and rebates out there to help with your project, thanks to 2022's Inflation Reduction Act. ⁠

passivhausMAINE rolls out statewide training program

The nonprofit has launched a series of low-cost workshops open to anyone with an interest in learning to build better, regardless of age, job or experience.

Glavel offers a low carbon option for builders

A Vermont company recently rolled out a low carbon foam glass gravel product with uses in insulation and drainage.

Efficiency Maine 2023 vendor awards

In their annual event this fall, Efficiency Maine recognized top-performing contractors for energy efficiency achievements. Congratulations!

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April 6th, 2024 | South Portland

NEW Sustainable Landscape Expo at the 2024 Show

We are thrilled to announce the addition of a Sustainable Landscape Expo at the 2024 Green Home + Energy Show. The Sustainable Landscape Expo is presented by Eldredge Lumber, a family-owned hardware store with a 100% organic Land, Lawn, and Garden Department.

Get excited to learn all about native plants, regenerative approaches, permaculture, landscape design, edible landscaping and more from local landscape and plant experts.

2024 Nonprofit Beneficiary

Each year, we choose a local nonprofit to be our Green Home + Energy Show beneficiary and receive a portion of ticket sales. We are excited to share that 2024's featured nonprofit will be...Wild Seed Project!

Wild Seed Project builds awareness of the vital importance of native plants and provides all people with the tools to restore biodiversity in their own communities. Their programs include seed stewardship, educational resources, school programs, applied ecology and publications.

Learn more about the 2024 show

From the archives

Cozy in Carrabassett Valley

Homeowner Henry Heyburn wanted a mountain retreat that was also light on energy use. The result is a high-performance home that handles lashing mountain weather with snug comfort, and which is situated on the Sugarloaf bus shuttle.

passivhaus 50 house retrofits initiative

Now more than ever, each and every Maine home needs to be a place of quiet comfort. The 50 Houses Research Initiative follows 50 high-performance retrofits in Maine to create a guidebook for future architects and builders.

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Upcoming events

IAQ & Energy Conference • Maine Indoor Air Quality Council

Monday, Oct. 30 • Portland

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Wednesday, Nov. 29

E2Tech - Maine's 132nd Legislature: Enviro & Energy

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NEW Sustainable Landscape Expo at the 2024 Show

2024 Nonprofit Beneficiary

From the archives

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