The New York utility wants to partner with a group of energy developers called Maine Power Express LLC to build a 630-megawatt wind facility in Penobscot and Aroostook counties.
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CMP wants to build 145-mile transmission line through western Maine
It would carry hydropower from Quebec to Massachusetts under a plan that’s competing with others in New England for developing clean-energy projects.
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Buying into a low-energy subdivision may be too costly for some
Visions of an energy-efficient development shift as buyers balk at the price tag.
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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.
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Maine needs expanded, higher-level energy office, Republican leader says
It also needs a bigger staff to handle complex issues in a state that pays $7.6 billion for its energy, he says, but funding is an issue.
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Maine Voices: A shared vision of energy policy points to an ‘electric future’ that benefits all
Using the sun’s energy would be good for people and businesses, including investor-owned utilities.
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Ten states, including Maine, challenge Trump over energy rules
Their lawsuit claims the administration is violating federal law by delaying efficiency standards.
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Agreement signed to build greenhouses near biomass plant
The letter of intent is the first step in creating viable ventures using obsolete power plants.
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Despite making it a priority, LePage remains stymied on lowering energy costs
Heading into his last full legislative session, it’s unlikely that the governor will have better success this year.
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New England power grid’s ample capacity proves dire predictions wrong
Upgrades at existing plants have the area’s grid operator pointing to ‘a market that works.’