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A new federal bill aims to reverse clean energy cuts and lower electricity prices for Maine households. The Energy Bills Relief Act would restore tax credits and speed up renewable projects in a state facing some of the nation's highest energy costs.
Maine is pushing forward with ambitious renewable energy goals, creating over 15,600 green jobs and adding record clean energy to the grid even as federal support disappears. Governor Janet Mills says the state won't let Washington slow down its fight against high energy bills.
Over 30 Bowdoin College students spent their Saturday creating small-scale renewable energy solutions for Maine's clean energy goals. The winning team proposed state-subsidized household batteries that could help the state reach 100% clean energy.
India's second-largest renewable energy company just commissioned its biggest annual expansion ever, adding enough clean power for millions of homes. ReNew Energy's record 2.4 GW addition signals the country's clean energy transition is hitting full stride.
ReNew Energy Global just became India's second-largest renewable energy operator, adding a record 2.4 GW of clean capacity in one year. The company now powers 24 million households while avoiding 23 million tonnes of carbon emissions annually.
A clean technology company wants to build a $180 million facility in Sanford, Maine, that transforms sewage waste into renewable energy. The project could revolutionize how communities handle biosolids while creating clean power.
Maine's clean energy sector is creating thousands of good-paying jobs while making the state more energy independent. The industry grew faster than any other New England state between 2020 and 2024.
After nearly two decades of failed attempts, Maine's ambitious wind energy project is finally gaining momentum thanks to unprecedented collaboration between five New England states. The multistate effort could bring 1.2 gigawatts of clean wind power to the region by coordinating funding, transmission lines, and project selection. #
Maine added $3 billion to its economy through clean energy in 2024, with job growth three times faster than the state's overall workforce. The state is now leading all of New England in clean energy sector expansion.
America just broke its own energy production record for the fourth year in a row, with renewable energy, natural gas, and oil all reaching new highs in 2025. The milestone shows the nation is producing more power than ever while renewables keep climbing.
The world added a record-breaking 692 gigawatts of renewable energy last year, marking the biggest annual jump in clean power capacity ever recorded. Solar and wind power now account for nearly 97% of all new renewable installations, making energy systems more resilient against global crises.
Global renewable energy capacity soared by 692 gigawatts in 2025, reaching a record 5,149 GW as countries turn to clean power amid energy security concerns. Solar and wind energy drove 97% of the growth, proving the world can expand green energy even during uncertain times.
Colombia is taking a major step toward clean energy with a new renewable energy auction that could bring solar and wind projects to the South American nation. Energy Minister Edwin Palma will promote the initiative to investors in New York next week.
Uruguay transformed from fossil fuel dependency to nearly 100% renewable electricity in under two decades. The small nation now exports surplus clean energy and offers a blueprint for energy independence.
Maine's clean energy sector added 614 jobs and 100 new businesses in 2024, outpacing the state's overall job growth. The industry now employs over 16,000 workers and contributes $3 billion to Maine's economy.
The world added a record 692 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity in 2025, enough to power hundreds of millions of homes. Clean energy now makes up 86% of all new power capacity built worldwide.
A groundbreaking report reveals that renewable energy, not fossil fuels, holds the key to lifting millions out of poverty across Africa. The findings are reshaping energy investment decisions at this week's Africa-France Summit in Kenya.
Chile just greenlit three major renewable energy projects worth over $1 billion, marking a significant leap forward in the country's clean energy transformation. The approval signals growing confidence in South America's renewable energy future.
For the first time in over a century, renewable energy sources generated more of the world's electricity than coal in 2025. Solar and wind power led the historic shift as clean energy costs continue to fall worldwide.
America just shattered its energy production record in 2025, reaching 107 quadrillion BTUs with renewables leading the charge. Solar and wind power both hit all-time highs for the fifth straight year, proving clean energy is becoming an economic powerhouse.
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