WGME-TV13 • January 18, 2024
The expansion of natural gas in Maine could soon be halted. It was once touted as a cheaper, “cleaner” energy source compared to other fossil fuels, but now advocates are hoping a bill will help Maine get away from it. Twenty-five years ago, construction on a Portland natural gas pipeline from western Canada down to Massachusetts was completed. Now, state leaders want to press pause. “As we transition to clean energy, we want to do it in as thoughtful and fair way as possible,” Natural Resources Council of Maine Climate and Clean Energy Director Jack Shapiro said. LD 2077 effectively stops the expansion of natural gas starting next year.