Senator Collins Urges Colleagues to Support Tripartisan Biomass Amendment
“Biomass energy is sustainable, responsible, renewable, and economically significant as an energy source,” said Senator Collins.
From tourism and recreation, to working forests, and fishing and agricultural industries, there is no doubt that Maine’s economy is inextricably linked to the environment. Maine’s greatest treasure is its natural beauty, and Senator Collins remains committed to advancing reasonable and effective policies in the U.S. Senate to protect the environment.
Throughout her time in the U.S. Senate, Senator Collins has worked to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, spur the creation of green energy jobs, and reduce our dangerous dependence on foreign oil – while retaining important American manufacturing jobs. High costs of energy are burdensome to Maine families, truck drivers, farmers, fishermen, schools, small businesses, mills, and factories. Nearly 80 percent of the homes in our state rely on heating oil, leaving Maine families extremely vulnerable to high crude oil prices.
Collins, Reed Lead Bipartisan Coalition to Boost Heating Assistance & Weatherization Programs
WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to help families stay safe in extreme temperatures and provide assistance to households struggling with energy bills, U.S.
A Year in Review
As we turn the page on 2015 and look to the future, I welcome this opportunity to share some of the accomplishments of the past year. Although much work remains to be done, I was able to achieve progress on issues that matter to the people of Maine, whom I am honored to represent in the United States Senate.
Senators Collins and King Announce that USDA is Now Accepting Applications for the Rural Energy for America Program Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for funding through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), which provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and small rural businesses to purchase or install renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements.
Collins, King Applaud $19.6 Million for Maine Water Infrastructure Projects
Funds will be used to upgrade sewage plants and drinking water systems, replace aging infrastructure, and bolster water projects essential to environmental protection and public health safety across the state.
Collins, King, Poliquin Send Letter to President on Possible National Monument Designation in Maine North Woods
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Representative Bruce Poliquin have sent a letter to President Barack Obama regarding the possible designation of land in the Katahdin region as a national monument.
The complete text of the letter can be read HERE and is available below.
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November 20, 2015
The President
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Senators Collins and King Announce $3.7 million for Maine Aqua Ventus I pilot Offshore Wind Project
Senators Susan Collins, a member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Angus King, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced today that the Department of Energy (DOE) will award an additional $3.7 million to the Maine Aqua Ventus I offshore wind project, designed by a University of Maine-led consortium.
Senators Collins and King Announce $3.7 million for Maine Aqua Ventus I pilot Offshore Wind Project
Department of Energy will award an additional $3.7 million to wind project designed by University of Maine-led consortium.
Senators Collins, King Announce Grant Awards for Water and Waste Infrastructure Improvements
Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins, and Angus King announced more than $2.7 million in grant funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Water and Waste Disposal grant program for the communities of Brewer, Oxford, and Wilton.
Collins, King Announce More than $1.6 Million for Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Projects in Maine
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today announced that fourteen Maine businesses will receive federal grants totaling more than $1.6 million to support renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in the state. The funding is provided through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Energy for America (REAP) program.
Collins, Reed Lead Bipartisan Group Urging HHS Secretary to Quickly Release Critical Federal Home Heating Aid
40 Senators call on HHS Secretary to release LIHEAP funds to help local communities prepare for the coming winter season
Senator Collins Introduces Clean Cookstoves Bill to Improve Global Environment, Public Health
“This bill aims to benefit directly some of the world’s poorest people and to reduce harmful pollution that affects us all.”
The Nature Conservancy in Maine Presents Senator Collins with Leadership Award
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Members of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Maine presented Senator Collins with the TNC Leadership Award in her Washington office in recognition of her ongoing work on the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), global conservation, and efforts to combat climate change
Senator Collins, Colleagues, Offer LWCF Short-Term Extension
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the expiration of the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) set to take effect today, U.S. Senator Susan Collins spoke from the Senate floor today about a bill she cosponsored to provide a temporary 60-day extension for the program.
Senators Collins, King Announce Funding for the State of Maine for the Development of Offshore Wind and Renewable Energy Projects
“Maine has been a leader in the development of offshore wind technology, and this funding will help ensure that Maine will continue to be at the forefront of making this resource a fundamental component of U.S. energy innovation.”
Collins, Leahy, Burr, and Shaheen Head Bipartisan Letter, Signed by Majority Of Senate's Members, Pressing For Permanent Authorization and Strong Investment In the Nation's Premier Land and Water Conservation Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. – With the expiration of the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) fast approaching, a bipartisan coalition of 53 senators led by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) is calling on Majority Leader McConnell and Minority Leader Reid to permanently reauthorize and adequately fund the nation’s premier federal conservation program, now in its 50th year.
Senators Collins, King Announce Funding to Support Environmental Finance Expertise and Outreach at the University of Southern Maine
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected the University of Southern Maine as one of eight universities to receive grant funding. This funding will support the University’s outreach efforts to help Maine communities identify solutions for financing environmental activities, including water infrastructure.
Collins, King Announce $200,000 Grant For Climate Research At UMaine
Funding will support study of climate change and effect on bird migration
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded the University of Maine $201,515 in grant funding to support the study of climate change and its effect on birds’ migratory patterns and food sources.
Collins, King Announce Town Of Damariscotta To Receive Smart Growth Assistance From U.S. EPA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will award technical assistance to the Lincoln County Town of Damariscotta through its Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities program.
According to EPA, Damariscotta is one of 22 towns and cities nationwide chosen to receive help identifying sustainable strategies for meeting housing needs for different ages and incomes.
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