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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.
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.
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.
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
Gov. Janet Mills Wednesday signed into law three bills intended to spur renewable energy in Maine, create clean energy jobs and address climate change.
As Maine’s new economy evolves, a large part of the foundation is clean energy solutions. Innovations and partnerships rising to meet needs.
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.
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.
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
Gov. Janet Mills on Wednesday signed into law an offshore wind-power development bill she sees putting Maine in a global leadership role.
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.
Twelve Maine companies received a total of $156,000 in Rural Energy for America Program grants to support solar energy projects that reduce their annual energy costs.
Gov. Janet Mills received both praise and criticism for her vetoes on Wednesday of two bills that would create additional hurdles for Central Maine Power’s $1 billion New England Clean Energy Connect transmission project through western Maine.
ReVision Energy installed a 912-paneled ground-mounted solar array in Rockland, for Migis Lodge in South Casco. The array is the largest that ReVision has installed for a Maine lodging.
Clean energy bill heads to Legislature for votes
Ocean Renewable Power Co., a marine energy company based in Portland, racked up three big wins this month that significantly advance the commercialization of its renewable river and tidal energy systems. The three wins are:
Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank
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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Learn moreThe Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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