wind power
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PublishedMay 2, 2017
Bill to move Monhegan wind power project draws crowd to legislative hearing
Supporters say the legislation is necessary to protect the island's lobstering and tourism, but opponents say it would kill a UMaine project that could spark a new industry built around deep-water turbines.
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PublishedApril 19, 2017
U.S. wind industry now employs more than 100,000 people
The sector is thriving in some states that strongly supported Trump's election even though he repeatedly criticized it.
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PublishedApril 9, 2017
The Elder: Alfred Padula
The former intelligence expert and educator has turned his retirement into a crusade to help combat climate change.
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PublishedApril 9, 2017
Another View: Ocean wind would spoil Monhegan, a Maine treasure
The island was beloved by famous artists like Edward Hopper and Roswell Kent and should be left alone.
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PublishedApril 7, 2017
Bill could scuttle UMaine offshore wind project near Monhegan
A proposal backed by some residents of Monhegan would force the relocation of the Aqua Ventus test site, essentially forcing the eight-year project to start from scratch.
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PublishedApril 3, 2017
Maine Voices: Lawmakers should allow Maine Aqua Ventus to move forward
Most residents consider the Maine Aqua Ventus offshore wind test project an ideal fit for Monhegan Island.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2017
U.S. leaders fiddle while rest of world seeks climate action
The new administration stands apart from most Americans, in surveys, and the international community on the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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PublishedMarch 2, 2017
Charts: Maine’s renewable energy production surges with opening of 2 new wind farms
Wind farms accounted for nearly a quarter of the state's total electricity production in December, thanks in part to the opening of the state's largest wind farm to date in Bingham.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2017
This outspoken refrigeration technician is LePage’s go-to energy policy adviser
A 'kindred spirit,' James LaBrecque advises the governor to embrace heat pumps. Critics warn that vision's too narrow.
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2017
Department of Energy cuts off funds to stalled wind project off New Jersey coast
The project involved building six windmills about 3 miles off the coast, but it failed to line up the required power purchase agreement.
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