At New Energy Solutions, we want to make sure our current and future customers know about the many programs and rebates available through Efficiency Maine. These programs are designed to help Maine homeowners and businesses upgrade the efficiency of their buildings, reduce energy costs, and improve year-round comfort.
Efficiency Maine offers incentives that support upgrades like high-efficiency heating systems, heat pumps, appliances, lighting, and weatherization improvements. Many of these programs include rebates, instant discounts, or financing options that make energy upgrades more affordable and accessible across the state.
As an Efficiency Maine Registered Residential Vendor and a Qualified Partner (for commercial projects), New Energy Solutions regularly works on projects that qualify for rebates, incentives, or loan assistance through Efficiency Maine. When we install approved high-efficiency HVAC systems, heat pumps, or Energy Star appliances, we often guide customers through the Efficiency Maine rebate process to help them maximize their savings.
Efficiency Maine is the independent administrator for energy efficiency programs in Maine. Its mission is to lower the cost and environmental impacts of energy use across the state by promoting cost-effective energy efficiency and clean energy solutions.
Efficiency Maine does this primarily by offering rebates, incentives, and financing for high-efficiency lighting, appliances and equipment that helps Mainers save on electricity, heating fuels, and long-term energy costs.
Their programs are available to homeowners, renters, businesses, and organizations statewide.
When a homeowner or business takes advantage of one of Efficiency Maine’s Rebate Programs, they can save anywhere from several hundred dollars to thousands of dollars off the cost of the equipment and installation.
Efficiency Maine offers rebates for a wide range of improvements, including heating systems, insulation, water heating, appliances, and more. Programs and incentives evolve over time, so it’s always best to review the current offerings before starting a project.
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Efficiency Maine also offers home energy loans to help Maine homeowners finance qualifying efficiency upgrades. These loans are designed to make improvements more affordable by spreading costs over time with competitive terms and no hidden fees.
Loan amounts, terms, and interest rates can change, so homeowners are encouraged to review the latest loan options directly through Efficiency Maine when planning an upgrade.
Efficiency Maine offers rebates and financing for a variety of high-efficiency heating system options, including:
Heat pumps have become one of the most popular efficiency upgrades in Maine. In fact, they are now more common than oil heat in new homes. With more than 100,000 installations statewide (and some estimates top 150,000), heat pumps now play a major role in how Maine homes are heated and cooled.
Heat pumps provide efficient heating, air conditioning, and dehumidification all from a single system, making them well-suited for Maine’s climate. Efficiency Maine offers heat pump rebates for residential, low-income, and commercial customers, with rebate amounts varying by income level and system type.
Heat pump water heaters are another increasingly popular option for Maine homeowners. These systems use significantly less electricity than traditional electric tank-style water heaters and can substantially reduce hot water costs.
In addition to energy savings, heat pump water heaters often come with long warranties, and provide added benefits like basement dehumidification. Efficiency Maine offers rebates to help offset the upfront cost of installation.
Appliances, lighting, and electronics account for 30% of the typical household’s energy consumption, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Upgrading to high-efficiency models can help reduce energy costs for years to come.
Switching to LED lighting is one of the easiest ways to improve energy efficiency. LEDs use significantly less electricity than traditional incandescent bulbs and last much longer, reducing replacement costs and energy waste.
Efficiency Maine helps Mainers access affordable LED options and provides tools to estimate potential savings when replacing older lighting with energy-efficient alternatives.
Wonder how much you can save? See how much you can save each year by replacing standard incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient bulbs by using EM’s savings calculator.
If your home struggles with cold drafts, ice dams, frozen pipes, or uneven temperatures, an energy assessment can be a valuable first step. Efficiency Maine-supported energy assessments help identify where energy is being lost and which improvements will have the biggest impact.
Weatherization projects may include air sealing and adding insulation in attics, basements, and walls. These improvements can increase comfort, reduce heating costs, and improve your home’s overall energy performance.
To explore current rebates, incentives, and loan programs, visit EfficiencyMaine.com or call Efficiency Maine at 866-376-2463.
We’re happy to help you understand your options, plan your upgrades, and make the most of available incentives – just CONTACT US!
Efficiency Maine Resources for Homeowners
For a full list of incentives https://www.efficiencymaine.com/at-home/
