Before Trump axed clean energy sector, report shows it was a boon for jobs in Maine

By: Kaitlyn Budion

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: March 24, 2026

Words: 381

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago

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The clean energy sector in Maine grew in 2024 — employing more than 16,000 workers, making it New England’s fastest-growing clean energy workforce in recent years, according to a new state analysis.

“Maine’s growing clean energy workforce offers a wide range of quality career opportunities, and interest in these skilled trades continues to grow because they meet the needs of workers and employers while advancing the state’s climate and housing goals,” said Laura Fortman, …

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