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PublishedFebruary 9, 2021
Commentary: Maine needs CMP to be a partner to clean energy, not an obstacle
The PUC must investigate what’s behind the utility’s unexpected demand for costly upgrades by solar developers.
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2021
Maine Voices: Legislature should take steps to keep solar development green
Lawmakers have the chance to guide the location of projects to minimize impacts on land that provides other important benefits.
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PublishedDecember 31, 2020
Commentary: Regional emission-reduction drive must be part of Maine’s transportation solution
It’s important for Maine to participate so we can ensure that the Transportation and Climate Initiative is designed to benefit the unique needs of a rural state.
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PublishedDecember 14, 2020
‘Green bank’ envisioned to help fund a clean-energy transition in Maine
Green banks leverage public funds to attract private investment and are used to raise money to combat the effects of climate change.
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PublishedDecember 11, 2020
Maine Voices: We’ll need nuclear power to reach our clean-energy goals
Even if the Climate Action Plan helps Maine achieve carbon neutrality, advances in nuclear power production will be key to the planet’s long-term future.
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PublishedDecember 6, 2020
Our View: Climate report sets right goals for Maine
The Maine Climate Council's sweeping report lays out a path to reduce emissions and make Maine communities more resilient in a changing environment.
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PublishedDecember 1, 2020
Mills unveils 4-year climate action plan, makes plea for urgent action
The governor's plan draws the attention of President-elect Biden's climate envoy, former Secretary of State John Kerry, who said Maine could set an example for the nation if the state follows the plan.
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PublishedNovember 29, 2020
With Biden in the White House, Maine could see major changes
The president-elect is already preparing to move forward with an ambitious policy agenda on the environment, health care, taxes, education and other issues.
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PublishedNovember 29, 2020
Maine’s bold climate action plan will require money, commitment
The plan would cost billions of dollars to execute, but state leaders say the cost of doing nothing would be even greater.
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PublishedNovember 12, 2020
Maine Climate Council releases draft of climate change action plan
Gov. Janet Mills will reveal the details of the final plan during a virtual public event on Dec. 1.
Maine Climate Council
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