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Maine’s new energy-efficiency plan is projected to lower electricity bills for the state’s residents — even those who don’t directly benefit from its rebate and incentive programs.

Has Maine learned how to make heat pumps lower electricity costs for… Heat pump adoption in the state has soared. Now a new state energy-efficiency plan aims to accelerate the trend to cut emissions and control power prices.

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Community solar is winning over Republican lawmakers around the US In Georgia, Iowa, Missouri, and Ohio, GOP legislators have sponsored bills to spur community solar, which allows more people to access cheap, clean power.

Energy-Saving Techniques in Multifamily from Multi-Housing News

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Massachusetts heat pump owners could pay less for electricity next… The state’s high electricity prices are a barrier to heat pump adoption, so regulators are working with utilities to reduce rates in winter when demand is…

Have you heard? The 2025 Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit is fast approaching, happening April 30 – May 2, 2025 in Washington, D.C.! Don’t miss this chance to network with leaders from across the U.S. economy and learn innovative strategies to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. Register for Summit now: https://ow.ly/lbjh50VBKOk

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With Solar for All funds unfrozen, tribal awardees are cautiously (and quickly) getting to work Tribal representatives told Tech Brew they plan to draw down funds from their award frequently should grants be frozen again.

Office Makeovers: These Cities Are PAYING Developers to Turn Empty Buildings into Housing

Where to find incentives for conversion projects Adaptive reuse developers may be eligible for tax breaks, grants or government aid under a range of city and state programs.

Amid federal funding crisis, Minnesota rolls out state green bank program. https://ow.ly/QoqV50USIKk

Rocky Mountain Power and Torus partner for 70MW of BESS and flywheel storage in Utah. https://ow.ly/Zr1z50USAfo

🌞🌨️ Happy Groundhog Day! Today, we celebrate the groundhog & his reveal! Will the sun be out & he'll see his shadow or not? 🌷🎉

Maine’s new solar facilities feature agrivoltaics, U.S.-made racking. https://ow.ly/59gM50UPUKH)

Almost half of US states haven’t done the bare minimum to cut utility bills. https://grist.org/energy/almost-half-of-us-states-havent-done-the-bare-minimum-to-cut-utility-bills/?utm_medium=email