Aroostook Renewable Gateway
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PublishedApril 4, 2024
Lawmakers approve bill that makes it harder to seize land to build power lines
Legislation headed to Gov. Mills grew out of concerns raised by property owners in the path of a transmission line that would have brought renewable power from northern Maine to the New England grid.
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PublishedMarch 6, 2024
Legislature considers limiting seizure of private land to build power lines
It's one of several proposals being negotiated as lawmakers seek middle ground between developers of transmission lines and property owners whose land would be impacted.
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PublishedDecember 7, 2023
Opinion: Aroostook Renewable Gateway benefits Maine in many ways
The current plan prioritizes the delivery of clean energy with minimum environmental impact and maximum ratepayer benefit.
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PublishedSeptember 26, 2023
Wind power in Maine is no breeze as regulators move slowly
A lease to set up an experimental offshore wind farm and a new energy corridor in Aroostook County were hailed as examples of progress in Maine wind energy development.