Dear Monhegan, We have been witnessing with dismay the contention among our fellow islanders around the MAV wind project, and would like to voice our thoughts. Sadly, we are seeing some ally themselves with those who are philosophically against any investment in all forms of alternative energy. It has been empirically proven that if… Read More
On March 30, 2017 the following bill language for L.D. 1262, “An Act To Protect Monhegan Island by Limiting Wind Turbines” was published on the Maine Legislature’s website. Click here for information on the status of the bill. Click here for the PDF version of the bill. An Act To Protect Monhegan Island by Limiting… Read More
Update written by Nate Johnson, MAV community outreach coordinator (03/17/17): DOE has posted the March1 Monhegan scoping session presentation materials to their Project website as well as a video and audio link. The website also includes additional information on public comment opportunities. The Project website is: https://www.energy.gov/nepa/ea-2049-university-maine-s-new-england-aqua-ventus-1-offshore-wind-advanced-technology) DOE welcomes your input on DOE’s Proposed Action, alternatives, and… Read More
On Tuesday, January 24, Maine Aqua Ventus provided the following project update: This past week MAV has continued to work with DOE’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) team to prepare for public scoping sessions including confirming meeting spaces and logistics such as accommodations and charters. DOE will be updating their project informational website for the… Read More
On Monday, January 16, Maine Aqua Ventus provided the following project update: This past week MAV has continued to work with DOE’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) team to prepare for public scoping sessions later this winter. Recent activities include drafting a Public Participation Plan and preparing meeting posters detailing Project components. The MAV team… Read More
On Sunday, January 8, Maine Aqua Ventus provided the following project update: MAV is continuing to work with DOE’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) team to prepare for public scoping sessions later this winter. Recent activities include drafting a Public Participation Plan and preparing meeting posters detailing Project components. The MAV team is waiting on… Read More
Maine Aqua Ventus provided the following project update at the community meeting held December 13, 2016. New England Aqua Ventus Project Update, December 2016 Also provided at the December meeting were a two-page information sheet and an outline of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEAP) process. New England Aqua Ventus Information Sheet – December 2016… Read More