Maine Ecotourism near Sebago Lake

September 3, 2008

Raymond, Maine – The Innkeepers at the White Pines Inn in Raymond, Maine are looking forward to lower energy bills this year in part due to the integration of a solar thermal hot water system that is being installed. “We're anticipating a significant reduction in our fossil fuel consumption, particularly in the summer months when our occupancy and the sun are both at their highest points throughout the year”, says Mark Libby, one of the Innkeepers at the White Pines. “Using the sun to make hot water just makes sense regardless of which point of view is considered – environmental, financial, practical, technical.”

The overall system is fairly simple and can be easily expanded if additional energy is required. “The suppliers of the technology used to harness the power of the sun are the key to the success of any energy system and I am convinced that the suppliers that we have selected are the best in the industry and have the best products on the market. Sure there may be less costly alternatives, but in the end, this is absolutely one situation where you will get exactly what you pay for” says Libby.

Guests at the White Pines Inn at Sebago Lake should note that they are staying at the only lodging facility in the area that is an Environmental Leader awarded by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. This certification requires annual accountability for steps taken to reduce the carbon footprint created by the hospitality industry.

The White Pines Inn at Sebago Lake is a year round lodging facility located near Sebago Lake in the town of Raymond, Maine. For more information, please visit http://www.whitepinesmaine.com or call (207) 655-3345.