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Published
May 10, 2017

Lawmakers vote against moving UMaine wind project farther from Monhegan

Energy committee members unanimously vote against a bill that would have moved the test site at least 7 miles farther out to sea.
Published
May 6, 2017

Another View: Editorial dismissive of concerns about Monhegan wind project

UMaine's experiment should not be conducted in such a valuable and environmentally sensitive area.
Published
May 2, 2017

A short history of the Maine Aqua Ventus project

The 2009 law that designated the site off Monhegan includes a test period of up to 20 years, two turbines with a maximum capacity of 25 megawatts and a transmission cable to the mainland.
Published
May 2, 2017

Bill to move Monhegan wind power project draws crowd to legislative hearing

Supporters say the legislation is necessary to protect the island's lobstering and tourism, but opponents say it would kill a UMaine project that could spark a new industry built around deep-water turbines.
Published
April 19, 2017

U.S. wind industry now employs more than 100,000 people

The sector is thriving in some states that strongly supported Trump's election even though he repeatedly criticized it.

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Published
April 9, 2017

The Elder: Alfred Padula

The former intelligence expert and educator has turned his retirement into a crusade to help combat climate change.
Published
April 9, 2017

Another View: Ocean wind would spoil Monhegan, a Maine treasure

The island was beloved by famous artists like Edward Hopper and Roswell Kent and should be left alone.
Published
April 7, 2017

Bill could scuttle UMaine offshore wind project near Monhegan

A proposal backed by some residents of Monhegan would force the relocation of the Aqua Ventus test site, essentially forcing the eight-year project to start from scratch.
Published
April 3, 2017

Maine Voices: Lawmakers should allow Maine Aqua Ventus to move forward

Most residents consider the Maine Aqua Ventus offshore wind test project an ideal fit for Monhegan Island.
Published
March 5, 2017

U.S. leaders fiddle while rest of world seeks climate action

The new administration stands apart from most Americans, in surveys, and the international community on the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.