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Ben Polito: Clean-technology entrepreneur and co-founder of Pika Energy
Renee Cordes August 21, 2017Ben Polito grew up on a farm in the midcoast village of Five Islands with no electricity, and was raised using oil lamps, pumping water by hand and using generators for power tools.
Renee Cordes August 21, 2017
New RGGI guidelines could earn Maine up to $22.5M a year in pollution-cutting credits
Lori Valigra August 21, 2017Maine could stand to earn a maximum of $22.5 million and a minimum of $13.7 million a year through 2030, depending on how much and how fast the state plans to cut pollution in coming years, a recent National Resources Defense Council analysis shows.
Lori Valigra August 21, 2017Poland Spring inks 15-year deal with Rumford Water District
August 16, 2017Poland Spring Water Co. has signed a 15-year agreement with the Rumford Water District to draw up to 150 million gallons of water annually from two of the district's wells.
August 16, 2017Maine ranks in Top 10 nationally in installed wind energy capacity
Staff August 10, 2017Maine ranked 8th nationally in annual installed wind energy capacity in 2016, according to a group of studies released Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Staff August 10, 2017Waterville, Falmouth energy firm enter into solar partnership
August 8, 2017The city of Waterville and Falmouth-based Gizos Energy LLC have entered into a partnership to develop two solar arrays that would generate 25 megawatts.
August 8, 2017Maine PUC to receive grant to help keep Maine’s pipelines safe
Staff August 4, 2017Maine Public Utilities Commission will receive more than $300,000 in funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation to pay for pipeline safety inspections.
Staff August 4, 2017
LePage veto of solar bill sustained, leaving PUC rules in place
Staff August 3, 2017A solar power bill that had received bipartisan approval when it was approved this spring died Wednesday when lawmakers failed to override Gov. Paul LePage's veto.
Staff August 3, 2017
New proposal would deliver northern Maine wind power to Boston
Staff August 2, 2017A joint venture calling itself Maine Power Express announced today it is partnering with County Line Wind in submitting a proposal to the Massachusetts Clean Energy RFP to deliver electricity generated at a 630-megawatt wind farm in Penobscot and
Staff August 2, 2017
Maine solar company ranked No. 1 in New England, 14th in U.S.
Staff August 2, 2017Portland-based solar installer ReVision Energy was recently ranked the No. 1 rooftop solar contractor in New England and No. 14 nationwide by Solar Power World magazine.
Staff August 2, 2017
Collins, Carper introduce bipartisan bill to spur offshore wind industry
Staff August 2, 2017U.S. Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and Tom Carper, Del., introduced legislation on Tuesday to create financial incentives to spur the country's emerging offshore wind industry.
Staff August 2, 2017
CMP proposing new transmission line to tap Hydro-Quebec power
Staff July 27, 2017Central Maine Power announced today that it has submitted several proposals in response to Massachusetts' clean energy RFP, including a new transmission line between Maine and Quebec to tap the hydropower resources of Hydro-Quebec.
Staff July 27, 2017Cianbro's solar farm gets green light from PUC
July 26, 2017The Maine Public Utilities Commission on Tuesday gave Cianbro the go-ahead to enter a long-term contract with Central Maine Power Co. for power generated at its 57-acre solar farm in Pittsfield.
July 26, 2017Insurer sues Electricity Maine to avoid potential costs from class-action suit
July 25, 2017An insurance company has filed a lawsuit against Electricity Maine seeking to avoid potential costs or damages that could result from a separate class-action lawsuit filed against the Auburn retail electricity supplier last November.
July 25, 2017Site work begins on Hampden waste-to-energy plant
July 24, 2017The Sargent Corp. began site work on Fiberight's new $69 million waste-to-energy plant in Hampden.
July 24, 2017
Maine Water Co. one of 12 qualifying for EPA low-cost loans
Staff July 20, 2017Maine Water Co. is one of 12 projects nationwide selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to apply for a low-cost water infrastructure loan to help pay for its $50 million water treatment plant planned in Biddeford.
Staff July 20, 2017Unitil to offer natural gas service in Sanford
Staff July 18, 2017Unitil, the largest natural gas provider in Maine, received approval to convert up to 2,100 homes and businesses in Sanford to natural gas.
Staff July 18, 2017
Today's Poll
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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Groundbreaking Maine
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The Giving Guide
The 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.
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Work for ME
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.
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Groundbreaking Maine
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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