The retailer in Freeport will soon open Maine’s largest plug-in station to show leadership and promote sustainable practices, and other businesses may take notice. By Tux Turkel, Staff Writer Portland Press Herald news story FREEPORT — L.L. Bean is completing construction at its flagship retail store on what will be Maine’s largest charging station for… Continue Reading
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More Maine Companies Explore Car-charging Stations for Employee Use
As more people drive electric vehicles, a charging station at work can attract or retain employees. By Tux Turkel, Staff Writer Portland Press Herald news story BRUNSWICK — As global car makers ramp up production of vehicles that run on electricity, some employers are considering installing charging stations as a way to attract and retain… Continue Reading
Allen and Elissa Armstrong are Driving Toward a More Sustainable Future
By Mary Pols, Staff Writer Press Herald news story These retirees are are loving their new electric Chevy Bolt. First of all, the Chevy Bolt is not technically Allen Armstrong’s car. It’s his wife Elissa’s, but she lets him drive it, all over their hometown of Portland and beyond. She also gave the go-ahead to… Continue Reading
Attorney General Says Maine Will Sue If EPA Rolls Back Auto Emissions Standards
by Mal Leary Maine Public news story Maine Attorney General Janet Mills told a national conference call that if the Environmental Protection Agency rolls back standards on greenhouse gas emissions from cars, several states, including Maine, are ready to sue. The current rules were adopted in January, and Mills said they strike the right balance… Continue Reading
EPA’s Scott Pruitt’s Push to Roll Back Vehicle Emission Standards is a Disaster
Lowering the standards harms air quality, destabilizes the climate and is bad for Mainers. By Marina Schauffler Portland Press Herald op-ed As ineffectual as this president appears, his Cabinet members are stealthily orchestrating destructive changes. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt is intent on subverting that agency’s mission. At the behest of automakers, he is… Continue Reading
Maine Aims to Use $21 Million VW Settlement to Improve Air Quality
MDOT is seeking public input on its website and plans to hold at least 2 public meetings. by Peter McGuire, Staff Writer Portland Press Herald news story The state is taking public comment on its plan to spend $21 million to reduce harmful vehicle emissions as part of a federal legal settlement with Volkswagen over… Continue Reading
September 16, 2017: Electric Vehicle Expo and Ride and Drive, South Paris
Thank you for a great Electric Vehicle Expo and Ride and Drive at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in South Paris. Electric vehicles are on Maine streets in growing numbers! Wouldn’t you like to get behind the wheel? Thanks to everyone who came to test drive different electric cars, chat with current electric vehicle owners about their experiences,… Continue Reading
September 17, 2017: EV Ride and Drive, South Portland
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an EV Ride and Drive on Sunday, September 17, at the South Portland Community Center. Electric vehicles are on Maine streets in growing numbers! Wouldn’t you like to get behind the wheel? NRCM was excited to participate in Maine’s annual EV Ride and Drive where guests could ride in and… Continue Reading
Novel Solar Tracker in South Paris will Fuel Electric Cars – and Hopes for Inspiring Students
Installing the moveable array of panels along a well-traveled road on the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School campus will teach students about renewable energy and generate a higher profile. by Tux Turkel, staff writer Portland Press Herald news story The state’s first solar array that tracks the sun to charge electric vehicles will be installed… Continue Reading
