The unanimous vote against vacating a subpoena for information from an unidentified Virginia-based political consulting firm came after a lengthy closed-door meeting.
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After receiving complaint, state says CMP-backed corridor complying with permit for tree-cutting
Opponents of the high-voltage transmission line through western Maine have alleged that contractors cut a wider swath through the forest than its environmental permit allows.
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Jay board approves shoreland zoning permit for New England Clean Energy Connect project
The board added conditions to assure the applicant follows the town ordinance.
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Jay residents get chance to ask questions on proposed NECEC project
Representatives of the New England Clean Energy Connect project gave details of the project Tuesday night.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation / World
Clean energy megaprojects, including in Maine, divide environmentalists
America’s patchwork of environmental and conservation groups have disparate opinions about large-scale renewable energy projects that could rise during President Biden’s tenure.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston planners approve transmission lines for New England Clean Energy Connect
The Planning Board approved two sections for the controversial hydropower transmission line that will go in and out of an already-approved converter station.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Local & State, News
Jay board accepts completed shoreland zoning application for NECEC
The Planning Board set a public hearing on the application for May 4.
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Legislation that would silence foreign companies in Maine ballot campaigns gets first look
Three bills before the Maine Legislature would prevent companies like Hydro-Quebec from spending money to influence statewide ballot questions, including one in November on a controversial power line.
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Jared Golden asks federal government to reevaluate approval of CMP energy corridor
In a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, the 2nd District Democrat questioned the adequacy of the environmental review and public input compared to similar-scaled projects in New England.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
NECEC corridor application postponed in Wilton
A public hearing will be held March 4 before the Planning Board makes a decision on the site plan application.