The reactions of global energy markets to Russia’s war in Ukraine are expected to keep electric rates up in Maine next year.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Weatherization, heat pumps, EVs: State pushes energy cost solutions, but can you do them this year?
The most popular and cost-effective options for reducing household energy use are limited by high demand, labor shortages and supply chain issues.
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Insight: Our lives will improve if daylight saving time becomes permanent
The Sunshine Protection Act will save lives, conserve energy and prevent crime. The Senate passed it last month – now it’s time for the House to follow suit.
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Consumer advocates push for strict standards in proposed Maine utility rating system
The Maine Public Utilities Commission is weighing a system of regular report cards and possible penalties for power utilities in the state.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Two bills to ease Mainers’ energy costs clear legislative committees
One would provide tax breaks to qualifying businesses with high energy bills, and the other would create a council to advise ratepayers.
Posted inNation & World
Energy agency: ‘Radical action’ needed to hit climate goals
But OPEC expects more oil will be needed in the coming decades, mainly due to a population boom in Asia.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Ukraine war drives U.S., EU deal to undercut Russian energy
Under the plan, the U.S. and other nations will increase liquified natural gas exports to Europe this year.
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Maine regulators propose tougher performance standards for power utilities
The Maine Public Utilities Commission is considering a plan to add new standards through rulemaking that would be similar to those proposed in a pending bill being debated in the Legislature.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Legislative committee splits 3 ways on utility accountability bill
Lawmakers will be under pressure to find some compromise on making power companies more accountable in Maine.
Posted inNation & World, News
Ukraine war leads to pressure for U.S. to increase oil production
President Biden’s move to ban oil from Russia over its invasion of Ukraine was met with calls to boost U.S. production to help bring down soaring gasoline prices.