“The City’s new Recharge Rockland program will showcase State and federal financial incentives to help make Rockland homes and businesses more energy efficient through weatherization and electrification,” said Tom Luttrell, City Manager, in a news release. 

Recharge Rockland is focused on opportunities to save money on energy costs – while reducing emissions at the same time.

Some available opportunities for energy efficiency include:

 Rebates up to $2,400 on heat pumps from Efficiency Maine.
 Rebates up to $8,000 for insulation from Efficiency Maine.
 Non-refundable federal tax credit of up to $3,200 for energy-efficient home improvements.
 Weatherization assistance for income-eligible home owners through Penquis.

Learn about these opportunities and more at www.rocklandmaine.gov/rechargerockland.

The City is saving money on energy costs, too.

“Rockland’s investments in energy efficiency and solar are already saving money on annual energy costs, and are expected to save more than $2 million over time,” said Luttrell. “Our investments in LED lighting, LED streetlights, and solar are really paying off financially, and are reducing emissions at the same time. Recharge Rockland is about sharing information on State and federal incentives that can help community members save money and emissions, too.”

The Recharge Rockland webpage has links to a wide range of financial incentives and opportunities available to Rockland community members, and will continue to be updated with more information.

“Follow us there, and look for Recharge Rockland materials in mailings and at community events in the year to come,” said the release.