A merger with Energy Emporium increases the Portland renewable company’s presence in northern New Hampshire.
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Some Maine heating fuel dealers adding new ‘hazmat’ delivery fee
The fee is not mandated by the local, state or federal governments, nor is it collected by any government.
LePage’s wind energy panel issues report with few findings
The former governor – a longtime foe of wind energy subsidies – created the commission to investigate the impacts of turbines after halting new wind projects in parts of the state.
Maine regulators decide to open full investigation of CMP billing problems
The Public Utilities Commission’s legal process includes power to compel witnesses to testify, participation by stakeholders, technical conferences and public hearings.
Gas prices predicted to rise by May
A national fuel analyst said prices should peak this spring, but remain below 2018 prices overall.
Fossil fuel rebound in United States cuts 2 ways
Booming exports of liquefied natural gas collide with environmental goals on green energy and reducing carbon emissions.
Audit shows CMP billing and metering systems didn’t cause skyrocketing bills
However, Liberty Consulting Group concludes in the report to regulators that the company made the situation worse with a poor response to the thousands of complaints.
State prepares to install string of high-speed chargers for electric vehicles
Seven stations scattered from Kennebunk to Jackman are expected to come online next year, giving vehicles a fast charge that will take them 240 miles.
Large Maine solar producers win exemption from costly meter installations
Regulators saw little benefit to ratepayers from a requirement that companies with large solar arrays pay to have expensive meters installed.
Maine electricity customers across the state can expect $6 monthly increase come Jan. 1
Reflecting regional trends, the supply side of home electricity bills will rise 14 percent, from 7.9 cents per kilowatt hour to a 10-year high of 9 cents.