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Disruptions to Maine fuel supplies not expected in wake of refinery explosion

by Staff Report October 10, 2018October 10, 2018

Maine energy officials say the explosion and fire at the Irving refinery in Saint John, New Brunswick, is not likely to cause broad problems here.

by Steven Mufson The Washington Post October 9, 2018October 9, 2018

Though the amount isn’t large by company standards, the gesture by the industry leader could bring other corporations on board.

by Jim Spencer and Mike Hughlett Tribune News Service October 9, 2018October 9, 2018

E-15, as 15 percent ethanol is known, is currently available eight months of the year, while 10 percent ethanol is available all year.

by Staff Report October 9, 2018October 9, 2018

The New Brunswick Irving facility supplies the majority of the state’s gas and heating oil.

No one died, but Canadian media reports showed flames and billowing black smoke coming from the refinery.

by SETH BORENSTEIN Associated Press October 4, 2018October 5, 2018

While researchers point to short-term detrimental effects to the environment, they maintain that wind is preferable to fossil fuels in the long run.

Energy Pathway for Maine advocates for clean-energy technologies in advance of November elections.

by Sarah Lakeman Special to the Press Herald September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Steps include reducing waste, learning what is accepted locally and redeeming beverage containers.

by Associated Press September 18, 2018

Energy officials from 25 countries pledged to increase technology and accelerate its everyday use.

See how many electric cars are registered in your city or town, according to vehicle registration data from the Secretary of State.