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As the year begins to wind down, the Maine Climate Council is grateful for the dedication of Maine communities and partners in advancing climate action and preparing for the work that lies ahead. In our November newsletter, you'll find updates on nationwide climate progress, upcoming opportunities for engagement and funding, and new initiatives to move Maine Won't Wait forward.
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December Maine Climate Council Meeting
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On Dec. 1, the Maine Climate Council and its working groups will meet to discuss the statewide progress made in FY 2025 (July 2024- June 2025), hear insights from community leaders, and plan for the next steps on Maine Won't Wait implementation in 2026.
Register in advance to attend in person or virtually here.
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New U.S. Climate Alliance Report Showcases States' Progress
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The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of 24 governors representing 54% of the U.S. population committed to climate action. On Nov. 3, the Alliance released its annual report on how member states (including Maine) and territories are achieving climate success. The report details how Alliance members have:
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Reduced net greenhouse gas emissions 24% below 2005 levels.
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Grew their economies by 34% between 2025 and 2023.
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Collectively reduced carbon pollution in the electricity sector by 45% between 2005 and 2023.
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Deadline Approaching for Heat Pump Innovation Ideas
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A recently installed heat pump at Lamoine Consolidated School.
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Do you have ideas for creatively deploying heat pumps in Maine? Efficiency Maine Trust, with the Maine Department of Energy Resources (DOER) and the Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future (GOPIF), seek comments on what priorities and designs should be considered for a suite of pilot programs to be funded in Maine through the New England Heat Pump Accelerator over the next several years.
This Request for Information seeks information about innovative applications of heat pump equipment for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system designs and community-level solutions that could help widespread adoption of heat pumps and heat pump water heaters in Maine. Responses are due by Nov 14.
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Public Working Waterfront Fund to Seek Applications
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January 2024 Storm Damage in Rockland. Credit: The Island Institute
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The Maine Department of Transportation, the Maine Department of Marine Resources, and the Maine Office of Community Affairs will be seeking applications for the Maine Public Working Waterfront Infrastructure Fund in January 2026.
The Fund will support projects that adapt existing public working waterfront infrastructure to reduce vulnerability to climate change, sea level rise, coastal flooding, and other impacts. Applicants can request up to $75,000 for scoping and design projects, and up to $2 million for construction projects.
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November Winter Heating Resources Webinar
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Join the Maine Department of Energy Resources (DOER), Efficiency Maine Trust, and the Maine State Housing Authority for an informational webinar on heating oil resources on Nov. 21.
Topics will include DOER's Winter Heating Guide, Efficiency Maine's home energy efficiency programs and incentives, and MaineHousing's home energy assistance programs, with additional time for an audience Q&A.
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