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.
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Maine’s public advocate criticizes state’s tentative settlement with Electricity Maine
Under the agreement, thousands of customers who were overcharged for electricity would be reimbursed anywhere from $10 to $4,000. But Public Advocate Bill Harwood says stricter sanctions are needed.
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Another rate cut will further reduce electricity costs for CMP customers in 2024
A complicated formula drafted by federal and New England energy officials is behind the second announcement in as many weeks of an electricity rate cut.
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Maine watchdog seeks to have Electricity Maine’s license revoked, says it overcharges
Some of the electricity supplier’s customers pay 40 cents per kilowatt hour, compared with the state’s standard offer of 17.6 cents, according to the state’s consumer advocate.
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Maine Voices: Pine Tree Power is key to addressing climate change, lowering electric rates
Pine Tree Power would invest in renewable energy, increased reliability and improved customer service, because this is what Maine people want.