The ordinance is for solar only, a change from the first ordinance proposed.
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Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Winslow planners approve 28-acre solar project
The project off Cushman Road is one of three solar farms in Winslow either under construction or in the approval process.
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Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta approves rules to shield new solar projects from public view
New city rules require solar developments be less visible by requiring fencing, plantings or other methods. The changes are in response to concerns that existing solar projects are not aesthetically pleasing.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
ReVision Energy teams up for 13 solar projects in Maine
The projects will produce enough energy to power about 4,500 homes.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta Planning Board approves solar development rule changes aimed at aesthetics
Changes meant to address concerns about the appearance of commercial solar farms endorsed by solar project developers
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville Planning Board recommends rezoning to allow school storage building
Board also votes to approve final plan for a solar farm between Eight Rod Road and Punky Lane.
Posted inMaine
Waterville Planning Board to consider rezoning school property for storage facility
Board scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at The Elm at 21 College Ave. to consider several proposals, including a final plan for a solar farm between Eight Rod Road and Punky Lane.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Solar energy could power 40% of U.S. electricity by 2035
But a new federal report says it would require massive changes in U.S. policy and billions of dollars in federal investment to modernize the nation’s electric grid.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Solar proposals, including project at former landfill, OK’d at Skowhegan special town meeting
The meeting will wrap up with an election next week to fill the vacancy on the Board of Selectmen.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Frustrated by CMP’s delays, solar industry asks PUC to oversee reviews for grid connections
The complaint to regulators is just the latest conflict between solar developers and Maine’s largest electric utility, which says it is working diligently to complete the work.