Get to know your neighbors
Here are a couple sites that we’re aware of. Please let us know if your association has a link and we’ll gladly add it here. Portland neighborhood associations South Portland neighborhood associations
Why buy local
The New Rules Project Portland Buy Local Buy Local Scarborough
Cloth vs. disposable diapers
Real Diaper Association Mothering Natural Family Living
The virtues of hemp
North American Industrial Hemp Council
How do I cancel junk mail?
According to the New American Dream, more than 100 million trees are used to create the junk mail that we receive each year, and the production and disposal of it consumes more energy than 300 million cars! If that wasn’t bad enough, less than 36% of junk mail is recycled. To reduce your load, check…
Learn more about solar energy
There are two primary options when it comes to solar: solar thermal (hot water & air) and solar electric. In many cases, these technologies can be added to a home’s existing systems. Installed properly, they can greatly reduce the use of fossil fuels and usually pay for themselves in 6-10 years. Learn more at the…
How do I find an energy auditor in Maine?
To find an energy auditor in Maine, check out: Residential Energy Services Network Maine State Housing Authority
PACE Helps Finance Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Have you heard of the new PACE financing program? PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) helps homeowners finance energy efficiency upgrades – from insulation projects to alternative energy installations like solar hot water. Homeowners can borrow up to $15,000 at 4.99%. Low monthly payments mean that the savings in your month-to-month energy costs might even exceed…
Owner and Publisher of SunriseGuide Wins entreverge award
Press release from Maine Center for Enterprise Development dated 6/17/11 The entreverge awards celebrate the skills, passion, and commitment of greater Portland’s young entrepreneurs. On June 14, three former clients of Maine Center for Enterprise Development won this year’s noteworthy entreverge award, including The SunriseGuide’s own Heather Chandler. Read the full article here.
Enjoying the Fruits of Summer
One of the best things about summer is the vigorous burst of growth that brings bushels of fresh local produce to our dinner plates. Our gardens, farmers’ markets, and natural food stores are suddenly a colorful explosion of delectable edibles that were grown in Maine’s soil. The following article will help you cook, preserve, and…