‘Single most important climate project we will ever have’: Maine unions back wind energy port plan

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‘Single most important climate project we will ever have’: Maine unions back wind energy port plan

Labor unions and renewable energy advocates are at odds with some conservation groups over a proposal to locate a port for Maine’s burgeoning floating offshore wind power industry on Sears Island in Penobscot Bay.  On Monday, Maine lawmakers delved into a state plan to designate Sears Island as the nucleus of that industry. The proposal, which has sparked debate among supporters and detractors, came under scrutiny as stakeholders voiced their op…