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Published
June 3, 2024

New England grid operator says it’s prepared for peak electricity demands this summer

ISO-New England says it will have sufficient electricity to meet consumer demand, though an extreme heat wave could test the grid's capacity.
Published
May 31, 2024

CMP, Maine near settlement over complaint utility overspent on power restoration

Central Maine Power Co. and the state's public advocate are nearing agreement on how much the utility can charge ratepayers for storm recovery costs.
Published
May 29, 2024

State regulators reject settlement with Electricity Maine over customer complaints

The Public Utilities Commission turns down a proposed settlement with Electricity Maine, saying it falls short of what's needed to punish the company, and orders staff to renew its efforts to find a resolution to the long-running dispute.
Published
April 1, 2024

Worker injured by electric shock from power line in Biddeford

The Consolidated Communications technician who was injured last week is recovering at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Published
January 7, 2024

Maine’s first giant battery project set for construction in Gorham

Goals to reduce the use of fossil fuels won’t be able to get far without help from energy storage.

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Published
December 4, 2023

Versant Power raps wind transmission line, says it adds costs, not benefits, for many customers

The proposed Aroostook Renewable Gateway would connect power from a wind farm to the New England grid, but the project has faced many obstacles as its seeks regulatory approval.
Published
October 16, 2023

Another View: We can electrify the economy without leaving workers behind

Tackling climate change by shifting to a zero-emission economy does not have to result in layoffs.
Published
August 11, 2023

Maine Voices: Aroostook Renewable Gateway will be bad for people and the planet

A project that will connect Aroostook County with the New England power grid overlooks the environmental and ethical implications of replacing trees with blank corridors of metal and wire.
Published
July 23, 2023

Commentary: Here’s a better way to lower Maine’s ‘standard offer’ electricity costs

What about introducing a system that would enhance competition, producing even lower costs?
Published
May 23, 2023

Commentary: Natural gas price spikes, not solar, to blame for soaring power bills

The Maine Legislature shouldn’t allow  the Public Advocate to hinder efforts to grow and strengthen the community solar program.