PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • July 5, 2024
Reading Roy Mathews’ June 22 opinion piece on Maine’s green energy initiatives left me very concerned. Yes, rate hikes sting, especially considering today’s economic climate and government needs to reduce consumer hikes by placing more rate burden on fossil fuel producers. But dismissing the urgent need for a clean energy transition shows a disregard for the long-term survivability of our planet. Maine’s climate action plan is not just about today’s bill; it’s about future-proofing a state I love to visit against catastrophic climate impacts. We can’t afford to turn back now. Clean energy is an investment in a livable planet. ~ Marvin Berkowitz, Needham, Mass.