The complexity, heavy interest and other issues force postponement of the sessions for at least six more weeks.
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Despite subsidy, two wood-fired power plants offline for months
That’s bad for the forest products industry and jobs as Maine’s biomass power sector continues its struggle to become profitable.
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Regulators open new probe into complaint that CMP has been gouging customers
A group of customers alleges that Central Maine Power’s rates exceed the PUC’s limit for return on equity.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine PUC should not sink ocean wind project
Saving customers a few cents would not be worth further damaging the state’s credibility as a business partner.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Results of third-party audit of CMP bills may not come until end of year
The state’s request for proposals lays out a lengthy timeline that could further erode public confidence in a utility already taking heat over unusually high charges.
Posted inSea Change, Source
Ratepayers weary as CMP falls short in 3 key areas: Reliability, cost, carbon
‘We need a grid that is not just a cash cow for international investors,’ says a Maine state representative, ‘but one that focuses on the needs of Maine customers and workers.’
Posted inSea Change, Source
Some tips to help you navigate the renewable energy jungle
For energy consumers, deciphering the jargon of electricity generation can be a losing battle.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Paper industry veteran Randall Davis endorsed by energy committee for PUC post
The Sappi manager was nominated to replace Carlisle McLean on the commission that oversees utilities regulation in the state.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Parent company of CMP hires commissioner who resigned from Maine PUC
Carlisle McLean, one of the utility regulators criticized by Gov. LePage for approving rules to compensate solar energy producers, is now senior counsel at Avangrid.
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Solar energy advocates call on PUC to reconsider decision to reduce incentive
The filing is regarded as a likely precursor to a court challenge of the Maine Public Utilities Commission ruling that changed the financial incentives for solar energy customers.