Erin Covey-Smith Do you have a child in your life who is generally vying for a snack – primarily of the sweet variety? Next time the request comes in, take advantage of the opportunity to have some fun in the kitchen. You can make up something simple and sweet, without lots of extra sugar. The…
The blogosphere is overflowing with cooking blogs, covering everything from sheer decadence to haute cuisine to the just plain strange. Looking for some good clean eating with an emphasis on local, organic veggies and DIY kitchen tips? Here’s a list of our favorites, broken down into some of today’s common dietary preferences – plus some…
Awards Honor Individuals, Organizations or Businesses Who Demonstrated Commitment to Environmental Sustainability in 2015 PORTLAND, MAINE – (March 24, 2016) Scarborough High School’s Environmental Club “ECOS” and Portland’s East Brown Cow Management captured the 2016 awards for overall excellence at this year’s eco-Excellence Awards on March 23. “We are proud to recognize both of these…
With the Winter chill in the air, we decided to catch up with Scott Libby, owner of Royal River Heat Pumps in Freeport to learn more about heat pumps and how evolving technology can help us efficiently heat our homes. SRG: What is a heat pump and why are they so popular right now? SL:…
Heather Chandler publishes the 10th edition of her annual SunriseGuide just in time for Christmas. On December 17, 2015, SunriseGuide owner and founder Heather Chandler was interviewed by Edward Murphy for the Portland Press Herald’s weekly business section feature, A Word with the Boss. Read the full story here.
409 Cumberland combines healthy living and an urban location to create a community in Portland unlike any other. Located on the corner of Forest and Cumberland avenues in the Bayside neighborhood, this brand-new building will open in January 2015 and feature 57 efficiency, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Residents will be within walking distance to the…
Falmouth, ME—Your Cumberland County Extension Association has openings for people to serve on their board. Extension programs are run by University of Maine Cooperative Extension and are designed to bring practical, research-based information from the University of Maine into the county to meet local needs. County Extension Associations have a long history in Maine. The…
(AUGUSTA) – Since July 1, 2013, a record number of Maine homeowners have installed high-efficiency heat pump water heaters using Efficiency Maine rebates. Nearly 1,500 homeowners have purchased heat pump water heaters through the rebate program compared to 281 prior to July 1. Andy Meyer, Program Manager at Efficiency Maine, attributes interest in the new…
By Lora Winslow, MELP, Environmental Advocate With 2012 being the hottest year on record in the United States and recent increases in droughts, wildfires, coastal super storms, and other extreme weather events, climate change is on the minds of many people these days. However, the topic can often be overwhelming, confusing, and discouraging; leaving us…
Augusta, ME — September 18, 2013 Efficiency Maine is rolling out a new suite of incentives to help Maine homeowners reduce heating costs and improve energy efficiency. Qualified homeowners can receive up to $1,500 toward the cost of qualifying energy upgrades to a home’s insulation or heating system. Homeowners may work with their contractor to develop…