The coalition would push for an overhaul of ‘outdated energy policies at the state level that have not kept pace with progress’ when it comes to practices that reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
solar energy
Portland’s newest and largest solar array moves city toward its renewable-energy goal
It’s one of the biggest municipal arrays in the state and will generate about 3 percent of city government’s electricity each year – enough to power City Hall and Merrill Auditorium.
Large Maine solar producers win exemption from costly meter installations
Regulators saw little benefit to ratepayers from a requirement that companies with large solar arrays pay to have expensive meters installed.
ReVision Energy team recognized for environmental leadership
The Portland renewable power company is honored for its advocacy and work bringing solar power to nonprofits.
UNH professor Tom Haines explores sources of fuel and how they can change
His new book also probes better ways to stay warm in the future.
Where Maine’s governor candidates stand on sustainability
Alan Caron, Terry Hayes, Janet Mills and Shawn Moody offer their take on topics like climate change and supporting farmers.
A candidate deserving of your support: The planet
With all the floods, hurricanes, record heat and wildfires, do you know how Maine politicians plan to slow climate change?
Portland hub monitors 425 solar projects, 6 wind farms
Longroad Energy Partners’ dozen technicians staff the remote operations center around the clock.
Energy firm sees Portland as logical site
It plans three projects in Maine, and partly staffs the downtown hub with Maine Maritime graduates.
Bill Yeo can’t wait to use the new electric car charging station at L.L. Bean
The longtime employee has been living the sustainable dream for decades.