Gov. Janet Mills said, based on input from port and offshore wind stakeholders, including the University of Maine and on technical and engineering analyses, the state has concluded that the Sears Island parcel is the most feasible port development site. It's expected to be 100 acres of development in total.
“In broad terms, the agreement states that ‘appropriate uses for Mack Point and Sears Island are compatibly managed marine transportation, recreation, education and conservation.’”
The odd alliance includes Rep. Aaron Dana of the Passamaquoddy Tribe and former Gov. Paul LePage’s energy advisor highlights the tricky politics coloring the project key to Maine’s climate goals.
Building the port on scenic Sears Island will incur environmental damages, and mitigating them was not included when MDOT drew up construction estimates versus Mack Point.