Title

Energy Efficiency, Business Competitiveness, and Untapped Economic Potential in Maine

Authors

Charles S. Colgan, University of Southern MaineFollow
Samuel Merrilll, University of Southern MaineFollow
Jonathan Rubin, University of Maine

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

4-3-2008

Abstract

The economic stresses on Maine’s businesses are growing. A slowing economy and rising input costs, particularly for energy, are increasing pressures in a state where concerns about the costs of doing business remain high. But there is much that businesses can do on their own to relieve some of these pressures. Even a quick examination of Maine’s energy situation shows that there are both real challenges and opportunities. Perhaps the single most effective action to enhance Maine’s business climate and economic competitiveness is to aggressively increase the energy efficiency of Maine’s economy.

Comments

Prepared for the Governor’s Energy Summit April 3, 2008

Recommended Citation

Colgan, C., Merrill, S., & Rubin, J. (2008) Energy Efficiency, Business Competitiveness, and Untapped Economic Potential in Maine. [Report]. Portland, ME: University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service, Maine Center for Business and Economic Research.