October 28, 2009
Governor's Office
PORTLAND – Governor John E. Baldacci joined partners Jarmin Kaltsas and Dean Sgouros of Maine Bio-Fuels Inc. to celebrate the new locally-owned and operated biofuel business. The business turns restaurant cooking grease into biodiesel.
“These businessmen are great innovators, representing the entrepreneurial and community-driven spirit that is making Maine a leading state in developing clean, home-grown energy and adding green jobs,” said the Governor. “The State of Maine has been working aggressively to expand renewable energy, and today shows that private investment and businesses in Maine are critical in making this goal a reality.”
Attending today’s event were also representatives from charities and clean energy groups that are working with Maine Bio-Fuels. The Governor said that the company owners, investors and employees are not only committed to clean, renewable energy, but they are community-driven, as well. They are supporters of Habitat for Humanity and have invited University of Maine art students to decorate their tanks. In addition, Maine Bio-Fuels prides itself on being open to the public, encouraging children and other Mainers to drop by the facility to learn more about how biofuels are produced.
Governor Baldacci said that Maine families and businesses need to know that there are growing opportunities like biofuels being produced in the State.
“Alternative fuels will help our environment and our health, increase our energy security, and create good-paying jobs,” said the Governor. And it’s businesses like Maine Bio-Fuels that will solidify Maine’s place as a leader in achieving alternative fuels.”
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