But critics say the conclusions of the report by a renewable energy trade group ignore the potential impact development subsidies will have on electric rates.
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Jay approves signing solar power agreement to reduce town’s electrical costs
Board also sets special meeting for Aug. 16 to set the tax and sewer commitments.
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Belgrade moves forward with new solar ordinance, aims to have town vote in November
The proposed ordinance would establish, among other things, height restrictions, where large solar projects can be installed and how they must be obscured.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Wilton Board discusses solar net energy billing
Town Manager Rhonda Irish also announced there will be a cookout held before the June 20 Town Meeting.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Nexamp breaks ground on Winthrop solar farm to benefit MaineHealth
The project will provide savings on electricity to MaineHealth and supply 5 megawatts of AC power to the Central Maine Power grid.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Hannaford’s goal: Use only renewable power by 2024
To meet its goal, it’ll need a multi-pronged approach, buying renewable energy and employing a host of strategies to reduce demand.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
As sticker shock for solar power looms, Maine lawmakers consider options
Two bills under consideration seek to balance the desire for solar incentives with the burden of high electricity bills.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Co-op advocates push for more community-owned solar farms
Maine’s solar energy landscape is dominated by large, out-of-state corporations. Advocates for cooperative ownership say there’s a better way.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
Otisfield approves temporary moratorium on commercial solar farms
The town’s planning board is expected to have an ordinance ready for annual town meeting in June.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
Otisfield moves toward commercial solar farm ordinance
Town officials to seek moratorium as they develop regulatory ordinance.