In a pair of letters, Jay’s town manager and 3 county commissioners argued that it would kill a major economic opportunity for the community.
energy costs
Have Maine power prices risen more than 55% since 2015? | Fact brief
Global conflicts, storm recovery costs, aging infrastructure and inflation have all factored into cost increases in recent years, according to federal and state agencies.
Maine lawmakers approve first-in-nation temporary ban on data centers
The bill now heads to Gov. Janet Mills, who expressed concerns over its sweep.
With Iran ceasefire, when will Maine gas prices drop?
Analysts say slightly lower gas prices could be around the corner, but it’s not clear whether the declines — or the ceasefire — will last.
Regular gas tops $4, premium over $5 in Maine amid severe Trump Iran threats
The statewide cost of gas has risen to its highest point in years as the conflict in Iran grips the global oil market.
Did gas prices rise by about $1 in one month after the Iran war began? | Fact brief
The national average now exceeds $4 for the first time since 2022, according to AAA.
Plug-in solar could be coming to Maine thanks to this bill
Proponents argue that these small generators could lower household electricity bills for a relatively low upfront cost.
Mainers could see refunds, decreased electric rates after overpaying for more than a decade
Federal Regulators ruled that transmission owners in New England set an unreasonable return on equity rates, effectively overcharging customers for years.
Gas approaches $4 per gallon in Maine, highest in more than 3 years
Since the end of February, prices have risen nearly $1 per gallon for regular and premium gas. Diesel prices have shot up more than $1.40.
Maine heating oil prices up to highest point in years
The head of Maine’s Department of Energy Resources called the recent spike ‘historic’ as average costs exceed $5 per gallon.