Gov. LePage addresses students attending ‘Power Dialog,’ media report
The Maine Public Broadcasting Network, WABI (Channel 5) and WCSH (Channel 6 in Portland) reported on Gov. Paul LePage’s speech during “Power Dialog: Maine’s Energy Future” at the University of Maine. LePage told students attending the event that as they explore future energy options for the state, young Mainers have to consider the effect those choices will have on them, according to MPBN. He said that while clean energy sources are intriguing, currently their costs are not competitive, and this is keeping energy prices high in the state and forcing young Mainers to seek job opportunities elsewhere, MPBN reported. “Power Dialog: Maine’s Energy Future” aims to engage students, faculty and staff at high schools, colleges and universities throughout Maine in a weeklong discussion with state officials about energy and climate policies. Organized locally by Unity College, UMaine and Maine Conservation Alliance, the Power Dialog is a nationwide, nonpartisan educational event focused on bringing students face-to-face with officials in 30 states.