More than 2,000 Maine households have been disconnected over the past month, and tens of thousands more are struggling with past-due balances.
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Mainers likely to endure high electric rates into 2023
The reactions of global energy markets to Russia’s war in Ukraine are expected to keep electric rates up in Maine next year.
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Consumer advocates push for strict standards in proposed Maine utility rating system
The Maine Public Utilities Commission is weighing a system of regular report cards and possible penalties for power utilities in the state.
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Maine regulators propose tougher performance standards for power utilities
The Maine Public Utilities Commission is considering a plan to add new standards through rulemaking that would be similar to those proposed in a pending bill being debated in the Legislature.
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Legislative committee splits 3 ways on utility accountability bill
Lawmakers will be under pressure to find some compromise on making power companies more accountable in Maine.
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Dozens weigh in on Maine utility report card proposal in marathon hearing
A legislative committee hearing on the proposal for greater scrutiny of the state’s major electric utilities led to hours of public comment, both for and against.
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Maine drops CMP fraud probe after accuser withdraws suit and judge dismisses case
The state Public Utilities Commission has closed its summary investigation into potential rate impacts at Central Maine Power, citing a lack of evidence.
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CMP parent Avangrid accused of suing customers in Connecticut over unpaid bills
Maine officials said Monday that they were unaware of any similar actions being taken by Maine utilities, and CMP said it isn’t suing any customers.
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Con Edison proposes new power transmission line from Aroostook County
A subsidiary of energy delivery giant Consolidated Edison Inc. is seeking to connect planned energy projects in northern Maine to New England’s electrical grid.
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Gov. Mills’ plan to rein in power companies faces two-pronged opposition
Many opponents either said the bill is a cynical ploy to maintain the status quo, or government overreach to address problems that don’t exist.