Source The Energy Issue: Mainers go off the grid From going solar to changing the type of lightbulbs they use, Mainers tackle energy challenges. Posted November 8, 2015 Updated November 10, 2015 Font size + Gift article You are able to gift 5 more articles this month.Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. Email Copy Link Email address Send! Article link sent! An error has occurred. Please try again. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month.It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. To get one, go to the subscriptions page. Subscribe Today With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. Subscribe Today Sign In Loading.... Share Facebook Reddit Linkedin Email Copy Link Print Living off the grid is no longer just for back-to-the-landers It requires some concessions, but is more comfortable and simpler than ever. In Maine’s remotest island community, changing the lightbulb has far-reaching implications In a place where energy is costly and its environmental impact high, a small LED lightbulb can make a big difference. Cold fact is that transporting food can become less harmful Changes in technology hold the promise of reducing energy use, food waste and hunger. Maine Gardener: It’s easier than ever to let the sun light your landscape at night Aside from saving energy, it's simple to move solar-powered lighting around to put different plants in the spotlight. Homegrown: Energy-efficient windows and doors Linwood Windows in Rockland helps homeowners fight winter. Meet: Anne Ball, helping nonprofits in historic buildings be tighter, heat-wise The Grants to Green Maine program lets the groups spend less on energy and more on their missions. Leg Work: Walkability tour targets dangerous places for pedestrians The Bicycle Coalition of Maine and AARP organize some surveys, but individuals also can do the job in their communities. Grow: Paperwhite narcissus is very easy to grow However, it has a very strong fragrance that about 25 percent of us can't stand. Copy the Story Link Send questions/comments to the editors. Related Stories Latest Articles