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renewable energy

Published
September 10, 2021

Top Biden official meets Sen. King in Portland to talk renewable energy

U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm used the visit to highlight research into generating electricity from rivers and tidal currents.
Published
July 30, 2021

Commentary: Legislative session delivers big victories for Maine’s environment

Bipartisan policymaking resulted in laws to conserve land, promote clean energy, address climate change, protect clean water and reduce pollution.
Published
July 23, 2021

Fight between rival energy companies threatens to delay CMP’s $1 billion energy corridor

CMP parent Avangrid is locked in a bitter dispute with rival NextEra over the upgrading of equipment at the Seabrook nuclear station, without which the 145-mile corridor can’t connect to the New England grid.
Published
July 7, 2021

New Maine law prohibits offshore wind farms in state waters

But the compromise still encourages the development of offshore wind technology in federal waters off Maine.
Published
June 11, 2021

Landmark bill passed by House and Senate seeks to sell off Maine’s fossil fuel investments

Maine could become the first state where lawmakers order 'divestment' from fossil fuels, although changes to the bill could slow the process.

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Published
June 11, 2021

Commentary: Changes to vital Maine program will erode solar’s economic, environmental benefits

The Legislature should protect net energy billing, which is creating jobs, sustaining businesses and moving us closer to our carbon-reduction goals.
Published
May 22, 2021

Commentary: An immediate solution to 50% emissions reduction stands all around us

Modern wood heat lowers emissions, keeps money local, creates jobs and supports forest stewardship.
Published
May 12, 2021

Commentary: Climate policies must create good-paying, quality jobs for an equitable Maine economy

Project labor agreements allow any contractor to bid – and they keep reputable contractors from being underbid by those who cut corners.
Published
May 7, 2021

Commentary: Resistance to good clean-energy projects harms Maine’s economy, climate progress

Summit’s abandoned midcoast pipeline expansion was the one viable way to lower emissions from the region’s larger energy users.
Published
April 26, 2021

Maine completes first phase of electric vehicle fast-charger network

The installation of new 'level 3' charging stations comes at a time when both government and automakers are promoting a transition to electric cars and trucks.