The plaintiffs argue that Central Maine Power owes customers as much as $200 million in damages for overcharging them after the launch of a new billing and metering system.
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CMP starts up incentive program for high-power electric vehicle chargers
The pilot program, launched Tuesday, will offer as much as $4,000 toward the cost of installing ‘level 2’ charging stations as part of a state effort to gauge consumers’ funding preferences.
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Our View: Maine supreme court upholds rule of law in NECEC case
All power emanates from the people in our system, but there are limits.
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Supreme court rules CMP corridor referendum unconstitutional
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court finds that the initiative to reverse a decision by the Public Utilities Commission ‘exceeds the scope of the people’s legislative power.’
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Bill to force CMP takeover replaced with measure to explore options
A last-minute amendment turned a bill that could have created a consumer-owned electric utility in Maine into a proposal to study the matter and recommend legislation in 2021.
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Richmond nonprofit sues CMP over tower lights, radar plan
The crux of the lawsuit is split between concerns that the radiation emitted by the radar could cause health problems and how the tower lights impact local wildlife.
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Facing referendum, company backing CMP corridor offers discounted power to Maine
In an attempt to sway voters, previously negotiated benefits including grid enhancement for renewable energy and money for broadband access and heat pumps would arrive sooner.
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Bowdoinham man sues CMP over opt-out fee for smart meters
The complaint says the fee is discriminatory against people who do not want the meters because of a medical condition or a disability.
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Maine amends wording of CMP corridor ballot question
It was altered by Secretary of State Matt Dunlap based on feedback received during a 30-day public comment period.
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Campaign spending against CMP corridor referendum soars
Campaigns supported by Central Maine Power and Hydro-Quebec have spent nearly $17 million to fight a referendum intended to scuttle CMP’s corridor project.