“Even supporters said the bill needed more teeth. Beth Ahearn, a lobbyist with Maine Conservation Voters, said the legislation should set performance thresholds and the consequences of failure. But others said the bill would provide at least some kind of immediate accountability the state needs as electricity costs go up.” See Full Article At The … Read more
“The bill would also require periodic report cards for utility performance and would emphasize work on climate change and lowering carbon emissions. That’s one reason that groups like Maine Conservation Voters supported it, with caveats. ‘The current mismatch between utility incentives and consumer needs is hindering our progress toward urgent clean energy goals,’ MCV lobbyist … Read more
“Overall, about a third of the waste landfilled at Juniper Ridge each year is construction and demolition debris not from Maine, according to the Environmental Priorities Coalition, a state-based group that has made LD 1639 one of its seven priority bills in 2022.” See Full Article At The Maine Beacon
“‘The Build Back Better Act is our last, best chance to pass federal investments at the scale and speed that the climate crisis and systemic injustice demand,’ said Francesca Gundrum, communications manager at Maine Conservation Voters. ‘We need Congress to pass these investments in clean energy, good paying union jobs, and environmental justice for all … Read more
“‘Part of our mission at Maine Conservation Voters includes holding politicians accountable to their words, actions, and votes to protect Maine’s environment and communities. We look forward to Maine’s Legislature championing that same sentiment for our state’s utilities with this legislation. To build a healthier, more equitable, and just clean energy future for all, we … Read more
“The proposal creates a three-year pilot program that would allow school districts to apply for $3 million in grants and partner with nonprofits so that teachers can receive training in climate science education. It’s backed by environmental groups like the Maine Conservation Voters and the Natural Resources Council of Maine.” See Full Article At The … Read more
“Maine’s Environmental Priorities Coalition announced seven priority bills geared toward protecting recreational spaces and addressing the need for stronger connections with local indigenous tribes.” See Full Article At The Fox 22 (BANGOR)
“The Maine Conservation Voters Action Fund backed Boyle’s candidacy as well, pointing to his background as an environmental consultant and his 100% score from the group when he was in the state Senate. “Jim supports a transition to a clean energy economy that will bring good-paying jobs to Maine people,” the group stated.” See Full … Read more
“Boyle has the backing of left-leaning groups like Maine Conservation Voters and Planned Parenthood.” See Full Article At The Maine Public News