Back to the city?
Mainers begin making life changes that could slow urban sprawl to a crawl.
[June 12, 2008]

Changes big and small can save gas
Mainers are finding ways to use less, from driving differently to carpooling to getting a fuel-efficient vehicle.
[June 11, 2008]

Food prices put frugality on the menu
As oil's run-up ripples into the grocery aisles, Mainers respond by finding ways to cut costs.
[June 10, 2008]

TUX TURKEL, Staff WriterSeal leaks, save a bundle
A home energy audit will pinpoint air-loss areas that can be plugged up, slashing heating costs.
[June 9, 2008]

Basic tuneup, efficiency devices can shave big dollars off home fuel bills
Annual tuneups alone can save up to 10 percent. Other options include using a direct-vent space heater.
[June 9, 2008]

Fuel costs of all kinds chip away at Windham family’s security
Both parents work, but they still don’t know how they’ll keep up if next winter is as bad as the last.
[June 8, 2008]

Managing the energy squeeze
Maine manufacturers cope with high fuel costs by diversifying energy sources and maximizing efficiency.
[June 8, 2008]

As fuel costs soar, 'a giant sucking sound on the Maine economy'
A silver lining? As people adapt, the state's situation gets better.
[June 8, 2008]













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denis picard of EAGLE LAKE, ME
Jun 24, 2008 7:51 AM
Our state rep here in the county is certainly not worried about any fuel cost! John Martin just purchased a brand new Lincoln continental town car sure looks good in its tiel color and red district 35 plate.He gets 5000 free gallons of fuel from the state a year to run this behemoth,talk about leading by example!report abuse
Mary Poppins of Portland, ME
Jun 12, 2008 8:20 AM
When people start cutting back on beer, cigarettes and lottery tickets, then I'll believe they are serious about making lifestyle changes.

Simple solution to all of these problems, people.

Start drilling for oil in America.

Start building new refineries in America.

Get rid of everyone in Congress and start over. Make them pass an IQ test and a civics exam before they are sworn in.

Get rid of the 15 million illegals living here driving around wasting our gas in cars they haven't registered, and without driver's licenses (except for those who came to Maine and didn't have to prove residency).report abuse
MainelyJack of New Glooucester, ME
Jun 12, 2008 3:55 AM
Is that a "cross" in the picture? There is still hope.report abuse

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READ Fighting Back THE SERIES

With the price of oil galloping upward, Mainers have been hit hard, from the high cost of their commutes to the inflated prices they confront at grocery stores. The biggest worry lies ahead: How Mainers are going to pay for heating oil this winter.

In this series, our team of reporters details the extent of the problem and offers concrete advice about how Mainers can take action to make ends meet, even as energy prices continue to climb.


Resources Improving your home's energy efficiency:
www.energystar.gov

Track the cost of gasoline in Maine:
www.fueleconomy.gov

Calculate firewood usage:
www.fueleconomy.gov

Maine oil and kerosene prices:
www.maineoil.com

AAA's daily fuel gauge report
www.fuelgaugereport.com

Home Energy Assistance Program and list of certified auditors:
www.mainehousing.org

Sealing Air Leaks:
www.energystar.gov

Efficiency Maine:
www.mainehomeperformance.org">