POWERING CLEAN ENERGY JOBS IN MAINE

For the future of our state

About

The Maine Clean Energy Jobs Network was created by the Maine Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) to grow Maine’s economy by empowering and energizing the State’s clean energy sector. This online resource connects jobseekers to clean energy employers who are growing and scaling operations in Maine. This initiative was funded by the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan and informed by the Maine Won’t Wait climate action plan as well as the Strategic Plan for Maine 10-year economic development strategy.

Values & focus

Maine is a clean energy leader. The Maine Clean Energy Jobs Network targets five disciplines within the clean energy sector, including energy efficiency, renewables, clean transportation, grid modernization and energy storage, and clean transportation. By connecting jobseekers to Maine-based employers and training programs in the sector, this comprehensive resource will help Maine meet the established goal of doubling the number of clean energy jobs in the State to 30,000 by 2030.

30,000 by 2030

By 2050, 100% of electricity sold in Maine will be supplied by renewable energy resources. Maine needs to reach 30,000 clean energy jobs by 2030, and we’re already halfway there. These jobs are spread out across the state, from metro to rural areas, serving all current and future Maine workers. Investing in workforce development helps create and keep jobs right here in Maine as we advance our clean energy, climate, and economic development goals.

>50%

of target clean energy jobs have been filled so far

5.1%

of all jobs in Maine are clean energy-related construction workers

60.1%

growth of solar PV installers in Maine from 2015-2021

Connecting Maine to clean energy

Maine is preparing for a clean energy future that will power the local economy, stabilize energy costs for Maine people, and fight climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. To that end, the Maine Clean Energy Jobs Network serves as a bridge that connects skilled workers, students, college grads, new Mainers, and others to career-building opportunities in the clean energy field.

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About Geo

The Maine Governor’s Energy Office (GEO), established within the Executive Department and directly responsible to the Governor, is the designated state energy office tasked with a wide range of activities relating to state energy policies, planning, and development. As the lead energy office for the State, GEO is responsible for several activities such as providing policy leadership and technical assistance, developing energy programs, monitoring energy markets, and reporting on heating fuel and energy prices. GEO works in partnership with various state agencies, federal and local officials, industry, nonprofit interests, and academia on energy issues.

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We are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and diverse workforce, and to ensuring an equitable distribution of the health, economic, and quality of life benefits of clean energy. Maine’s clean energy future must work for everyone.