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    PERC unveils multimillion-dollar waste processing system

    Staff Updated: October 3, 2019

    Penobscot Energy Recovery Co. unveiled its new multimillion-dollar waste processing system, which will streamline waste processing and use less energy than the previous one.

    Staff Updated: October 3, 2019

  • Marina Bowie, of Biobased Maine, sees massive opportunity for the state's biomass

    Maureen Milliken Updated: September 30, 2019

    Marina Bowie, who was named executive director of Biobased Maine in August, sits down with Mainebiz to discuss the future use of biomass from the state's forests, farms and ocean waters.

    Maureen Milliken Updated: September 30, 2019
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    UMaine receives $1.4M for offshore wind project

    Staff Updated: September 23, 2019

    The U.S. Department of Energy announced the University of Maine will receive $1.4 million to design a concrete floating offshore wind turbine.

    Staff Updated: September 23, 2019
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    Midcoast high school is Maine's first to go 100% solar

    Laurie Schreiber September 17, 2019

    Sundog Solar of Searsport completed installations of two solar arrays in Hancock County, one at Mount Desert Island High School and the other at Cranberry Isles Fishermen’s Co-op. The MDI project is Maine’s largest high school solar array.

    Laurie Schreiber September 17, 2019
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    Fed funds will go to UMaine wind energy, mass timber programs

    Staff Updated: September 13, 2019

    The Senate Appropriations Committee has approved an energy and water funding bill that includes funds for the University of Maine’s offshore wind energy demonstration project and the school's program to create energy-efficient mass timber building

    Staff Updated: September 13, 2019

  • Greenhouse-gas emission auction nets $2.49M for Maine energy efficiency

    Staff September 10, 2019

    Maine has received $2.49 million from auctioning of the state’s carbon dioxide-emission allowances, a program that brings the force of business competition to air pollution control.

    Staff September 10, 2019
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    CMP corridor foes launch citizens referendum effort

    Staff September 6, 2019

    Opponents of the planned $1 billion, 145-mile electricity transmission corridor through western Maine are trying to create a ballot initiative that would stop the controversial project.

    Staff September 6, 2019

  • 5 Maine B Corp companies are 'Best for the World'

    Staff September 5, 2019

    Five Maine companies have been recognized as some of the world’s top-performing “B Corps,” an international designation showing they meet standards for social and environmental performance.

    Staff September 5, 2019

  • Advocate calls for $1M fine on Electricity Maine

    Staff September 4, 2019

    The Office of the Public Advocate is recommending that the state’s largest private seller of electric power pay a $1 million fine and be suspended from operation for a year in response to deceptive marketing tactics.

    Staff September 4, 2019
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    Rebates offered for Maine buyers of electric and hybrid vehicles

    Renee Cordes September 3, 2019

    Mainers who drive electric and hybrid vehicles can qualify for rebates of up to $2,000 under a program announced by Gov. Janet Mills last week.

    Renee Cordes September 3, 2019
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    Revised state bond proposal focuses on infrastructure, economic development

    Staff August 21, 2019

    The $163 million proposal includes $105 million for transportation infrastructure and must be approved by Aug. 30 to be included on the November ballot.

    Staff August 21, 2019
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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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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

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Small Business Saturday, the annual tradition that encourages shoppers to support local, independent retailers and entrepreneurs, marked its 16th rendition on Nov. 29, with events held across the nation.

Founded by American Express in 2010, the yearly event has become an essential part of the holiday shopping season. The Small Business Administration became the official co-sponsor in 2011. 

Last year, shoppers turned out in full force to support their local communities, generating an estimated $22 billion in spending at small retailers and restaurants.

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