Product |
MPO MaineMade Certificates |
Supplier name |
Maine PowerOptions |
Address/location |
3 University Drive, P. O. Box 2268 Augusta, ME 04338 |
Short history |
A program of the Maine Health and Higher Education Facilities Financing
Authority and the Maine Municipal Bond Bank, MPO was created to provide
educational support and lower energy prices to Maine non-profits. Participation
is open to all governmental units and non-profits in Maine |
Philosophy |
MPO aims to increase the buying power of Maine non-profits through
education and lower energy prices. Hospitals, campuses, municipalities
and other non-profits of all sizes may participate. The one-time membership
fee is waived for entities that spend less than $25,000/ year on electricity. |
Form/features |
MPO MaineMade Certificates are a certificate-based product. |
Sources |
50% from small hydro and 50% from biomass facilities. |
Locations |
100% located in Maine. |
New |
This product comes 100% from existing facilities. |
Availability |
Available to any MPO member. |
Product certifications |
None. |
Emissions rates |
The emission rates for these products vary, and are disclosed on the
Disclosure label. |
Other benefits |
These certificates help support renewable generators located in Maine. |
Price per block |
Not applicable. |
Price per kWh |
0.68 cents per kilowatt-hour. |
Billing options |
Billing for the certificates will be done directly by the certificate
supplier, either quarterly or semi-annually as contracted. |
Notable contract terms |
Contracts specify a fixed price per kWh, and may be available for 12-36
months duration. Tags can also be custom-blended to match customers' green
requirements and financial parameters. |
"MaineMade Certificates are
best because..." |
These certificates help Maine non-profits pursue their environmental
objectives at reasonable prices with an emphasis on supporting Maine-based
generation.
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