Simple energy conservation makes good sense. Where you run into problems is when the government jumps in and forces stupid programs down your throat.
We use nothing but energy saving lightbulbs, and have done so for many years. If he talks his neighbors into doing that, fine.
If he talks his neighbors into a state of algore craziness, and they vote for politicians to start making enthanol from seaweed or some such stupidity, then he's just helping to spread trouble. Maine is already an economic basket case.
It's been a pet peeve of mine since Jimmy Carter with the sweater. We need to address issues seriously and with intelligence, not with self delusion.