Seth Berry
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PublishedJuly 8, 2024
Maine to study whether creating local electric grid operator could cut costs, improve reliability
The first-in-the-nation proposal could shift control over some aspects of Maine's power system from the nonprofit that oversees transmission lines and power plants across New England.
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PublishedJune 17, 2021
Lewiston might lose out if consumers own Maine’s power company instead of CMP and Versant, some say
There's concern that a proposal to have publicly-owned electrical company could lead to a reduction in tax payments on utility properties.
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PublishedMarch 11, 2021
Lawmakers, including some Democrats, worry Maine’s solar policies too generous
Bills that would trim or roll back incentive programs for solar energy installations face a public hearing Tuesday.
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PublishedFebruary 24, 2021
Mills makes push for another $30 million for broadband internet in Maine
Weak or nonexistent internet connectivity, a longstanding problem in rural Maine, has been exacerbated during the pandemic as workers, businesses, students and families struggle to stay connected.