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Poland Spring's Water Withdrawal Rises Amid Maine Drought

12/9/2025

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More Perfect Union, a news outlet, reports that Poland Spring withdrew 12.8 million gallons in August 2025, a 28% increase from the previous year.
Maine has drought since mid-August, leaving the state affected.
Poland Spring says it withdraws sustainable amounts and adjusts its water collection based on drought conditions.
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection says permitting standards are in place to prevent impacts on local water resources.

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More Perfect Union, a news outlet, reports that Poland Spring withdrew 12.8 million gallons in August 2025, a 28% increase from the previous year.
Maine has drought since mid-August, leaving the state affected.
Poland Spring says it withdraws sustainable amounts and adjusts its water collection based on drought conditions.
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection says permitting standards are in place to prevent impacts on local water resources.