Maine PUC
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PublishedMay 15, 2023
CMP rate hike hearings now on hold pending settlement talks
A compromise in a proposed rate hike for Central Maine Power may be reached without an evidentiary hearing or a high-stakes ruling by the Public Utilities Commission.
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PublishedMay 1, 2023
CMP, public advocate in negotiations to settle rate hike request
A meeting is slated for Wednesday in confidential talks between Central Maine Power and the public advocate over a proposed increase that would take effect Sept. 1.
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PublishedApril 14, 2023
Solar billing program is changing with the times
Net energy billing has allowed community solar projects to quickly take root across Maine.
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PublishedFebruary 8, 2023
State utility regulators to vote on probe of Electricity Maine
The competitive electricity provider has come under fire for high rates and customer dissatisfaction.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2023
Storm surge: To get lights back on, Maine pays a premium for crews from away
Weather is creating more disruption to electricity service, and the state’s utilities – and ratepayers – are racking up larger bills for the extra help that’s needed as a result.
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PublishedDecember 30, 2022
Northern Maine clean energy project gets key commitment from Massachusetts
Those agencies signed a memorandum of understanding last October with the Maine Public Utilities Commission, outlining terms by which the Bay State will consider the northern Maine energy proposals.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2022
Electricity rate option triggers skepticism, partisan charges
Heat pump rates are not being subsided by other customers, the Maine Public Utilities Commision says.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2022
Have a heat pump? New electric rates could save you money
The new rates, which apply to the delivery portion of electricity bills, aren't for everyone. Scrutinizing when and how much power you use is key to potential savings.
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PublishedNovember 16, 2022
Tentative settlement reached in Summit Natural Gas rate hike request
The Office of the Public Advocate negotiates a proposed 200% rate hike down to 49%. The PUC still must review the proposal before it can be approved.
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PublishedNovember 15, 2022
Rate hike will bump up average Versant Power electric bill by $24 a month
The standard-offer rate, the price customers pay for the supply of power, is rising 41% next year in northern and eastern Maine. A similar increase may be in store for Central Maine Power customers.