Maine Solar Insights
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“The Next Steps” With Community Solar
So, You’ve Joined a Local Solar Farm … Now What? Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step toward supporting locally-produced, renewable energy and saving on your electric bill. After joining, many people wonder what comes next and how the program will work for them. Since we help hundreds of people join their state’s community solar program…
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How to Have a Sustainable Halloween
How to Have a Sustainable Halloween Halloween is a fun and festive time of year, but it’s important to ensure our celebrations are eco-friendly. Let’s explore ways YOU can promote sustainability during the Halloween season and be a leader in your community. By promoting solar-powered decorations, eco-friendly costumes, sustainable treats, and community engagement, we can work together to ensure…
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8 Easy Steps to Going Green at School
8 Easy Steps to Going Green at School In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, it’s no surprise that many individuals are looking to follow suit wherever possible, including when going back to school. Whether you’re attending one class or an entire school year, here are 8 easily sustainable tips on going green at school: Incorporating these…
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The Dark Side of Green Grass
Having a vibrant green lawn is a source of pride for many homeowners. It adds beauty and charm to our surroundings and creates a soothing, inviting atmosphere. But at what cost? ? Well-manicured lawns can actually contribute to rising temperatures. The constant watering and maintenance of lawns can lead to something known as the “heat island effect.”…
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Becoming a Vampire Slayer: 4 Practical Steps to Combat Wasted Energy
You probably think you’re doing everything right: using energy-efficient bulbs, turning off lights when not in use.. but energy-suckers, also known as vampire energy, are everywhere – and the effects can be dramatic. The consequences extend beyond just wasted energy and exorbitant electric bills. Vampire energy also contributes to the emission of greenhouse gases, which exacerbates climate change…
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The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Cool & Your Wallet Happy
The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Cool & Your Wallet Happy Summer is HERE! That means trips to the ocean, ice cream socials and rising temps. Unfortunately, rising temps also means rising electric costs – but not with Maine Community Solar! Even if your electric costs increase, you will always receive up to a 15% discount…
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How to Vacation For Le$$
How to Vacation For Le$$ Add your vacation home to your community solar subscription and save all year round! One community solar perk is you can add multiple accounts within the same utility service area so you can *relax on vacation* and *save money* at the same time. (We can also help if your vacation home is in…
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