Talks continue over home heating aid for Mainers

energy costs

Published
December 2, 2022

Talks continue over home heating aid for Mainers

With fuel oil costs sharply higher than a year ago, the governor said she and legislative leaders will continue to negotiate an aid package over the weekend.
Published
November 28, 2022

State looks to release plan for extra heating assistance this week

Winter's not even begun, but more than 33,100 households in Maine have applied for help with heating bills so far this season, an 18.6% increase over the same time last year.
Published
November 16, 2022

Most CMP customers to see rise of nearly 50% in electricity supply rates

Utility regulators blame high natural gas prices on the continued surge in cost. The new rate will take effect in January.
Published
October 30, 2022

How to save money when trying to stay warm

Here are 10 DIY tips to help keep your home warm this winter. Some don't cost a cent, and others are inexpensive.
Published
October 30, 2022

Winter heating forecast: A perfect storm of high prices, tight supply, global chaos

The Russia-Ukraine war, lagging supplies and limited refining are creating havoc in the heating oil market, and Maine is especially vulnerable.
Published
October 30, 2022

It’s not the worth of warmth people are worried about. It’s the price of warmth.

Oil costs are at record highs, electricity rates are increasing and temperatures are dropping. The result could be a crisis for Maine residents this winter.
Published
September 27, 2022

Summit customers will see bills double as natural gas supply costs more

Tuesday's PUC action is separate from another rate request under consideration and reflects high supply costs for natural gas providers in a volatile global market.