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ReMaine Internship Program Aims to Jumpstart Workforce

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In order to secure a brighter future for Maine, we need long-term solutions for keeping a trained and skilled workforce within the energy efficiency sector, which will require expanding and sustaining entry-level and internship positions. The ReMaine Internship Program provides an entry point to clean energy jobs throughout the state and is focused on diverse…

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February 2023 – Maine State Update

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BPA has partnered with the Maine Housing Coalition to build a future workforce with those who are considered Asylum Seekers, New Americans, those who are under the poverty income levels, and those who have been in Foster Care. Under this partnership, BPA will have a two-day class with State Outreach Coordinator Xavier Walter as the…

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Jobs On The Rise: Energy Efficiency Jobs In Maine

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The US job market has been on a roller coaster for the last few years, with workforce issues and The Great Resignation looming large while unemployment rates are hitting pre-pandemic levels. Those searching for a job want to do meaningful work that they enjoy while working for a company they trust in a growing industry.…

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January 2023 – Maine State Update

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We successfully applied for and received a workforce development grant as part of the Governors Clean Energy Partnership program and are in the process of a needs assessment for the state. As of January 2023, we have successfully posted a position for an AmeriCorp Vista to mobilize our grassroots efforts in Maine. We have worked…

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Participate in the Maine Needs Assessment Survey

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Are you a weatherization or energy efficiency contractor doing work in the state of Maine? Are you struggling to meet your business goals? Are you also struggling to recruit employees to help you meet those goals? If so, we need you to participate in the Maine Needs Assessment Survey. This survey was developed in partnership…

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Clean Energy Internship Available in Maine

ReMaine is a clean energy internship program funded by the Maine Governor’s Energy Office, in which the team will partner with Maine employers to place interns in paid, short-term jobs. This program seeks to create an entry point into the clean energy economy in Maine, with a particular focus on placing women and BIPOC participants.…

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Share Your Success Stories With Us

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Hello, home and building performance industry leaders! BPA is collecting success stories across all states to showcase all of the great things our industry does on a daily basis. We would like to hear from you on what you and your company have accomplished. We also encourage you to recognize someone else in the industry…

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New Report Shows EE Jobs are on the Rise

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The largest clean energy sector for jobs, efficiency employs more than 2.16 million Americans. Now with the release of Energy Efficiency Jobs in America by E4TheFuture, you can see details on workers, businesses and more for each state. Click Here to View the Report › A stronger EE workforce is coming. Historic federal investment via…

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December 2022 – Maine Policy Update

Maine BPA State Update - December 2022

BPA tracks the latest policy updates and legislative issues in many states across the nation. See the latest policy information for Maine as of December 2022. Disclaimer: Inclusion of any bills/regulations in this state policy update does not equate to BPA’s endorsement. Governor Mills has announced a new program through Efficiency Maine which will be…

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