Jury rules in favor of CMP, allowing power-line project to continue.

A jury has ruled that New England Clean Energy Connect (NECEC) can resume construction on its electricity transmission line, a major victory for Central Maine Power's affiliate. The decision comes after a legal battle that lasted for years and involved multiple regulatory agencies and courts. NECEC still faces legal challenges in state and federal court, including appeals of a permit granted by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Opponents of the project expressed disappointment following the verdict and said they would continue to evaluate their options.