Solar energy farm subscribers in Maine can get a break on electric bills

A Boston-based solar energy developer that's planning to build 3 solar farms in Maine has begun a marketing campaign offering CMP customers a 15% credit.

Irish solar developer’s projects in Maine attract $100 million investment

Projects being built by Dublin-based BNRG Renewables and Dirigo Solar LLC in Portland are only the first phase of three large endeavors planned to come online by 2024.

MaineHealth commits to solar power for half of its energy needs

The state's largest health care system has signed deals with 3 solar developers and says it expects to save $1 million a year in electricity costs.

Opponents of net metering threaten Maine’s solar projects, state officials say

Gov. Janet Mills and Maine Public Utilities Commission Chair Phil Bartlett say a group is trying to interfere with a state program that promotes clean energy.

ReEnergy, DESRI-North Light propose joint biomass, solar project

Auburn expanding solar ordinance to include agricultural zone

Large-scale solar arrays will now be allowed in the Agriculture and Resource Protection district, the city's largest land area, which has been the subject of controversy in recent years.

Solar supporters urge Maine lawmakers to restore financial incentives

Hoping to capitalize on a shift in the political climate, installers and other advocates for solar energy want homeowners to again receive credit for feeding electricity back into the grid.

Solar-panel plan for Blaine House sends a message

Maine's new governor solicits proposals for what's likely to be a visible affirmation of renewable energy.

Large Maine solar producers win exemption from costly meter installations

Regulators saw little benefit to ratepayers from a requirement that companies with large solar arrays pay to have expensive meters installed.

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