In a week of proceedings, the trial over the fate of the Central Maine Power-backed corridor has often involved debate around the type of construction work performed.
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Suspect in killing of Cash App founder planned attack, DA says
San Francisco prosecutors say the 38-year-old tech consultant charged with the killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee planned the attack.
Solar billing program is changing with the times
Net energy billing has allowed community solar projects to quickly take root across Maine.
Soured on solar? Costs, technical delays dampen outlook in Maine
Community solar farms, which sprouted after a 2019 law went into effect, now face challenges including higher costs for Mainers and glitches in hooking up to the grid.
Landmark law saved whales through marine industries’ changes
The drive to protect vanishing whales has brought profound impacts to marine industries and those changes are accelerating as the Endangered Species Act approaches its 50th anniversary.
Battle over Maine’s strict mining rules spills into Legislature
Some argue that a proposed lithium mine in western Maine would support renewable energy development and help fight climate change. Others say the potential environmental impacts might not be worth it.
On day 4 of CMP corridor trial, jurors hear details of project timing
A civil trial could determine the fate of the stalled New England Clean Energy Connect power line project, and Thursday’s testimony focused on tasks such as clearing trees and installing poles.
U.S. wholesale inflation pressures eased sharply last month
A huge drop in wholesale gasoline accounted for much of the sharp slowdown in producer prices.
Biden infrastructure focus turns to celebrating new bridges
The Biden administration is awarding nearly $300 million to help repair or replace more than a dozen bridges.
Supreme Court won’t block $6 billion student debt relief settlement
The justices’ action comes as the high court is weighing what to do with the Biden administration’s plan to wipe away $400 billion in student debt held by more than 40 million people.