Wind power bandwagon hits bumps in the road
Two years after Wind Energy Act passed, some members of the task force are questioning whether the goals they set for wind power can or even should be achieved.
Center trains the new generation of watchdog reporters
Our newsroom has been working with interns. Here's what they accomplished, and how they kept you informed.
Adams investigation finds no conflict
An investigation by Maine's attorney general has concluded the state’s former chief utilities regulator broke no laws when he accepted a job offer and securities from a prominent wind power developer while still head of his agency.
First Wind SEC filing change questioned
After the story broke that Kurt Adams had taken the units while still on the state payroll, company officials launched an internal investigation of his hiring.
Group asks AG to probe official of First Wind
Citizens' group asks for investigation into former Public Utilities Commission Chairman Kurt Adams for potential violation of state conflict of interest or improper gift laws.
PUC chairman took equity stake in wind company
Maine’s chief utilities regulator, Kurt Adams accepted an ownership interest in a leading wind energy company. One month later he went to work for that company, First Wind, as a senior vice president.
Baldacci labor friend stuck state with $5,000 travel tab
"Our trust has been violated," said State Controller Terry Brann. "We definitely don't appreciate that."
