Maine

 

Reports Relevant to Maine

 

New England Has Significant Potential to Develop Renewables

   A study finds opportunity for renewable energy in Maine.

 

Repower America

   A few statistics about renewable energy in Maine and an oppurtunity to get involved.

 

Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Raises $106.5 Million in Second Auction

   An overview of a December, 2008 auction of carbon dioxide emissions allowances with 10 participating states.

 

Maine Governor Roots for Energy Efficiency and Renewables

   A report about Governor John Baldacci's announcement in his state of the state adress that he is going to focus efforts of energy efficiency and renewables.

 

Maine Governor's Task Force Recommends Lots More Wind Energy

   An article about the wind energy potential for Maine and the steps already being taken to harness that energy.

 

An Interesting Power Twist

   An article about the abundant renewable energy supplies in Maine, especially biomass, and the ways in which renewable energy standards in the surrounding states can help support the Maine economy.

 

 

Renewable Energy in Your State

 

State Policies for Renewable Energy

 

   A database of incentives and policies for renewable energy in Maine.

 

State Activities & Partnerships

   DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, state activities and partnerships page.

 

State Energy Alternatives

   A summary of the renewable energy potential in Maine, going especially into solar potential.

 

Wind Energy

   A summary of the wind power capacity in Maine and a listing of the current wind projects.

 

Bioenergy

   A DOE summary of biomass resources in Maine (select your state).

 

Hydropower

   Hydropower projects and potential in Maine, from the Idaho National Lab.

 

 

Facts and Figures from DOE

 

State Energy Profile

Maine Energy Summary

Maine Renewable Electricity Profile

Electric Power and Renewable Energy in Maine