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Former Maine landfills finding new life with solar development

Maureen Milliken August 14, 2019

Development of former municipal dumps is heavily restricted, but solar power is one permitted use that is benefiting developers as well as Maine towns and cities.

Maureen Milliken August 14, 2019
Amid questions of recycling, CEO speaks out

Staff August 8, 2019

As some communities in Maine reconsider the value of their municipal waste recycling programs, the leader of the state’s largest recycler, ecomaine, appealed for patience.

Staff August 8, 2019
CMP proposes $6M 'customer benefit fund,' adds VP position

Staff August 8, 2019

The energy company announced organizational changes and other initiatives, including a proposed $6 million "customer benefit fund" in response to its ongoing billing dispute issues.

Staff August 8, 2019
In quest to 'do what's right,' Geiger achieves LEED Gold certification

Staff Updated: August 8, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council has awarded Geiger, a promotional products distributor, LEED Certification at the Gold level for its Lewiston headquarters.

Staff Updated: August 8, 2019
PUC approves Weaver Wind power contract

Staff July 17, 2019

The state Public Utilities Commission has approved a 20-year contract that calls for the wind energy farm in Hancock County to provide power for Emera Maine.

Staff July 17, 2019
Otelco's ConnectME grant will help complete Alton broadband project

Staff July 11, 2019

Maine-based Otelco has won a $260,000 ConnectME Authority grant that will allow the company to complete a high-speed fiber optic broadband network for residents of Alton.

Staff July 11, 2019
Federal bill would help Wiscasset with stranded nuclear waste

Staff July 10, 2019

New legislation introduced to Congress by Maine's Senate delegation would provide federal assistance to help communities like Wiscasset address the impacts of stranded nuclear waste.

Staff July 10, 2019
Portland Water District issues first 'green' bonds

Staff July 8, 2019

The quasi-municipal agency said it will sell $6.5 million in bonds designated "green," signifying that they support environmentally beneficial projects. The color coding is catching on.

Staff July 8, 2019
Edwards Dam removal unleashed 20 years of renewal, development

Maureen Milliken July 2, 2019

A crowd of about 100 gathered on the sunny banks of the Kennebec River in Augusta yesterday to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the removal of the Edwards Dam — an event that not only made history, but ushered in new life for the 170-mile long ri

Maureen Milliken July 2, 2019
Mills signs bills addressing renewable energy, climate change and more

Staff June 27, 2019

Gov. Janet Mills Wednesday signed into law three bills intended to spur renewable energy in Maine, create clean energy jobs and address climate change.

Staff June 27, 2019
Mergers and partnerships: Clean energy rises to the next level in Maine

Maureen Milliken Updated: June 24, 2019

As Maine’s new economy evolves, a large part of the foundation is clean energy solutions. Innovations and partnerships rising to meet needs.

Maureen Milliken Updated: June 24, 2019
High-performance housing: Demand for ‘passive houses’ has driven aggressive growth

Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 24, 2019

Construction of “passive houses” and “high-performance” buildings is catching on in Maine. There's public demand for the energy-saving structures, and contractors are responding.

Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 24, 2019
Entrepreneurs on a mission: Three Maine eco-innovators out to conquer the green economy

Renee Cordes Updated: June 24, 2019

They’re young, enthusiastic and out to conquer the green economy. Meet three Maine eco-innovators who have turned their ideas into early-stage business startups.

Renee Cordes Updated: June 24, 2019
Partnerships are key to shifting energy needs

Peter Van Allen Updated: June 24, 2019

For this issue’s focus on energy and the environment, Senior Writer Maureen Milliken headed to Indian Township in Washington County, where the Passamaquoddy tribe is looking at ways to develop the area’s economy and create jobs for the 3,200-membe

Peter Van Allen Updated: June 24, 2019
Mills signs 'long-overdue' law to promote offshore wind power

Staff Updated: June 20, 2019

Gov. Janet Mills on Wednesday signed into law an offshore wind-power development bill she sees putting Maine in a global leadership role.

Staff Updated: June 20, 2019
Maine lawmakers clear 'groundbreaking' solar bill

Renee Cordes Updated: June 18, 2019

As LD 1711 moves on to procedural votes and the desk of Gov. Janet Mills, a national industry player reiterates its ambition of expanding into Maine.

Renee Cordes Updated: June 18, 2019

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Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank

Maine's cruise ship season is in full swing, running from late September through early November. Thousands of passengers are expected to visit Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport or Rockland.

This week alone, Portland is set to welcome around 16,000 cruise ship passengers.

But as the season ramps up, it's bringing mixed reviews. Some locals brace for the crowds and many business owners say cruise ship visitors don't spend much while in the port. Other business owners argue that, even if cruise ships don't benefit their own coffers, they still benefit the overall economy.

When we asked this question in 2023, Mainebiz respondents, 21% said the visits bring customers and revenue, while only 18% said the visits don't help their business.

More than half of the respondents, 53%, said cruise ships benefit the overall economy,

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