Speakers announced for 62nd annual MFPC annual meeting
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Maine DEP denies Shawmut dam renewal application ‘without prejudice’
Before we dive into the business of the day, I’d first like to take a moment to thank our members and sponsors for their outpouring of support at our annual golf tournament. Even though the weather didn’t fully cooperate, everyone had a great time and it was certainly nice to see so many friendly faces.
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Maine DEP denies water quality certification for Shawmut dam, encourages Brookfield to reapply following federal evaluation
On July 29, Maine DEP drafted a denial without prejudice for Brookfield’s Water Qualification Certification request for the Shawmut dam and issued the following press release: On July 15th, 2022, the National Marine Fisheries Service requested a 90-day extension from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to consider additional information related to fish passage in the
Sen. Lawrence: Let’s save both the Atlantic salmon and the Shawmut Dam
Keeping a hydroelectric dam on the Kennebec River would be good for the environment and the economy. Maine has adopted a bold climate change strategy which has been embraced by the governor, the Legislature and the people. At its core is to convert Maine’s energy consumption away from fossil-based fuels to renewable energy. This change
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SFI Approved Wood Measurements training
The Approved Wood Measurements training, sponsored by the University of Maine and the SFI implementation committee, was offered on July 21st and 22nd. Without this type of training, anyone wishing to become a licensed scaler in Maine would be required to apprentice under a licensed scaler for two years before being eligible to take a
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Sen. Collins: Wood Pellets: An opportunity to lower heating costs and support Maine’s forest products industry
With inflation at a 40-year high, the soaring cost of virtually everything, from groceries to gasoline, is a growing crisis. The skyrocketing price of energy in particular is causing hardships by straining family budgets and increasing costs at every step of the supply chain. Mainers are also concerned about the rapidly rising cost of home
Mills asks Congress to delay action on Golden’s tribal equality bill
The measure would allow Maine tribes to benefit from new federal laws and programs, but the governor says the nature of Maine’s 1980 land claims settlement means any changes should be negotiated with the state. Gov. Janet Mills has asked a congressional committee to delay action on a bill sponsored by Rep. Jared Golden of
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Welcome, Dove Tail Bat Company
Please join us in welcoming Paul Lancisi from Dove Tail Bat Company as the newest member of the Maine Forest Products Council! Dove Tail Bats produces approximately 30,000 high quality baseball bats each year in Shirley, Maine. They are certified to sell to pro players and have the privilege of having three baseball bats entered
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Newsletter: We’ve got our eye on Washington
Traditionally mid-summer is a slower time here at the Council, but this year has proven to be the exception! We are gearing up for our annual golf tournament in Bangor next week, which is now sold-out. Thanks to all of our sponsors and attendees for your continued support of our mission. We’ve also been busy
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