Maine Conservation Voters

10/10/2026

Hannah Pingree for Governor is the candidate we can trust to push pause on data centers in Maine.

10/09/2026

Solar the reason for high electric bills in Maine? The Office of the Public Advocate just put out a report on what is driving up bills from 2020 to now.

Natural gas is 45% of the increase since 2020. Storm costs are 18%. Community solar is 13%. That's a fact, not an opinion.

10/08/2026

Don't forget to register for our Lunch and Learn program, happening tomorrow Friday, October 9, from 12-1 PM.

We're especially excited for this program, featuring the leaders of the forthcoming project, Interco(a)stal.

Part of the WHERE series from Atlantic Black Box, Interco(a)stal centers on the Wyoming Evocation, a monument located in Bath to commemorate the longest wooden ship ever built, exploring the overlooked histories of Maine's maritime past and how they might change, deepen, or complicate our understanding of the present.

Join us for a riveting conversation with the project's leaders to hear more about the project and their inspiration.

Register at the link in comments.

10/08/2026

Don’t you love it when our air gets dirtier AND we pay more??

10/08/2026

We're partnering with our friends at Planned Parenthood Maine Action Fund and to host a joint day of action this Saturday, October 10. Together, we'll be organizing canvassing events across 8 different towns and cities in Maine. Go to maineconservation.org/canvas to register and help us send a pro-environment majority to the Maine Legislature.

10/06/2026

🔺🔺 Some good news on the energy affordability front 🔺🔺

The Maine Public Utilities Commission has unanimously agreed to deny Central Maine Power's request for a temporary rate increase.

10/06/2026

Today, October 6th at 9:55 AM: Renewable energy is powering 57.2% of the ISO New England grid.

That 57.2% includes: Behind The Meter Solar, Onshore wind, Utility Solar and Hydro.

10/06/2026

This is the one billboard we'd feel OK about seeing in Maine. Early and absentee voting starts today and goes through October 29. Both are safe and secure and easy! Make a plan and go to your municipal office to cast your ballot.

10/01/2026

Join us tomorrow at Capisic Pond Park in Portland for a morning bird walk!

We're delighted to be joined by Maine bird expert and co-owner of Freeport Wild Bird Supply, Derek Lovitch, who will lead our walk and share his expertise on the birds and habitat found at Capisic Pond Park.

We're starting bright and early at 8AM and will go to 10AM. Register at the link below!
https://secure.ngpvan.com/IsisL1j8OEG3BO8AzI5ypg2

09/30/2026

One of your favorite nights of the year is almost here! The annual Evening for the Environment is happening next month on Thursday, October 15, from 6:00-8:15 PM at UNE's Innovation Hall in Portland.

United by our shared love of the environment, this event brings together community advocates, legislators, business leaders, environmental visionaries, and philanthropists to celebrate the work of the MCV, MCA, and our many partners and allies. We'd love for you to join us!

Register at the link here: https://secure.ngpvan.com/Ub2s-2SOZUybpjn7E-Ok5w2

A huge thank you to all of our generous sponsors for making this event possible, and a special shout out to Bangor Savings Bank, Lee Auto Malls, Elliotsville Foundation, Northlight Foundation, L.L.Bean, Transformit, Maine Community Foundation, Down East Magazine, and the Natural Resources Council of Maine.