Maine Energy Code Update
Sector: Residential • Location: Maine, United States
Source: The Maine Monitor
Maine is implementing a new energy code that requires builders to increase attic insulation to R60, which is a significant increase from the previous standard. This change aims to improve energy efficiency but raises concerns about housing affordability as construction costs may rise.
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Residential, Commercial
- Location
- Maine, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- The Maine Monitor
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Description | Maine is implementing a new energy code that requires builders to increase attic insulation to R60, which is a significant increase from the previous standard. This change aims to improve energy efficiency but raises concerns about housing affordability as construction costs may rise. |
Original sector | Energy |
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Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Maine |
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Source | The Maine Monitor |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Residential, Commercial |
Article published date | 2025-03-18 |
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