“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 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