The companies expect demand to jump as residential customers attempt to purchase solar systems before a long-standing 30% residential clean energy credit expires Dec. 31.
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Maine solar company says tax credit changes could slow installations, force layoffs
Tax credits that would have lasted into the 2030s could end this year under Congress’ latest draft of the budget reconciliation. That could undercut demand for new solar projects.
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Do Maine legislators really want to gut solar power? | Opinion
Proposed changes to the state’s net energy billing program are being driven by a false narrative on rising electric bills.
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Norway-based developer seeks solar project on superfund site in Paris
The former AC Lawrence Leather Tannery on Oxford Street was cleaned up by the EPA in the mid 2000s due to contamination and heavy metals in the soil.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Religion & Values
Maine’s Catholic diocese is tapping into solar power
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland has leased land to solar developers to build what are believed to be the first arrays on church property in the state.
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GOP push to end Maine solar subsidies, but lawmaker says it’s unlikely
How much to pay solar power developers has been an issue in Augusta for years and has emerged again as costs soar for some businesses.
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Maine’s new public advocate wants to help low-income residents pay electric bills
Heather Sanborn also said she will speak neither for nor against legislation seeking to eliminate a solar subsidy program she supported as a lawmaker.
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Livermore Falls Planning Board approves changes to Solar Energy Systems Ordinance
Changes include limiting medium and large systems to 15 acres and language to protect firefighters.
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Livermore Falls Planning Board approves changes to Solar Energy Systems Ordinance
The document limits facilities to 15 acres and includes protections for firefighters.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Discussion on changes to Livermore Falls solar ordinance set for Jan. 22
The meeting is set for 5 p.m. at the Livermore Falls Town Office to further discuss limiting size of solar farms and making sure firefighters are protected.