Monthly Archives: February 2016

MARK WHITWORTH: 100 REBELLION TOWNS — NOW WHAT?

VtDigger.org FEB. 19, 2016, 7:05 PM Editor’s note: This commentary is by Mark Whitworth, who serves on the Newark Planning Commission and is the president of the board of directors of Energize Vermont. By Valentine’s Day, the Vermont Energy Rebellion … Continue reading

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Legislators Support Moving Energy Siting Process Under Act 250

Caladonian Record: 2/23/2016 By Jennifer Hersey Cleveland Staff Writer NEWPORT CITY — The three featured legislators at Monday’s legislative breakfast said they would support legislation to mandate that energy developers meet the same criteria as would be required under Act … Continue reading

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Lawmakers discuss local control over renewable energy

VermontWatchdog.org By Michael Bielawski  /   February 18, 2016 MONTPELIER, Vt. – Lawmakers concerned by a growing revolt against wind and solar projects are considering ways to give locals more control over the decision-making process. The Senate Energy Committee met Wednesday … Continue reading

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PSB REJECTS SOLAR PROJECT FOR THE FIRST TIME ‘IN RECENT MEMORY’

Vt Digger: FEB. 17, 2016, 9:20 PM BY MIKE POLHAMUS The state’s three-person Public Service Board on Tuesday denied a permit for a solar project in Bennington, marking the first such denial in recent history. The 2-megawatt solar array would … Continue reading

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Town selectboard signs resolution seeking local input

Saint Albans Messenger; January 25, 2016 Measure urges more control by municipalities By ELAINE EZERINS Messenger Staff Writer ST. ALBANS – The town selectboard has joined more than 50 other Vermont towns in signing a resolution that asks state leaders … Continue reading

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