Analysis: Maine’s green goals shaded by oil and gas dependence

Maine has bold clean-energy aspirations. This winter shows we’re a long way from kicking our fossil-fuel habit.

What is the strategic oil reserve, and can it lower gas prices?

With Election Day on the horizon and gas prices rising, President Biden proposes releasing another 15 million barrels of oil.

Gasoline prices on the rise again, around the nation and in Maine

It's still cheaper to fuel your car here than in much of the U.S., but don't look for the recent bargains to continue.

The U.S. is the world’s largest oil producer. You’ll still pay more for gas.

When supply in the market contracts slightly – as it will with OPEC Plus's decision last week to cut production – that can affect prices in the U.S.

Mills signs bill requiring state to alert communities to federal air quality violations

The new law comes after South Portland residents complained they were not notified of air quality violations from a petroleum tank farm along the Fore River.

Gas is cheap, but high demand and low temperatures mean no bargains on heating oil

Heating oil prices hold steady, even as gas prices stumble

Safety tips when using natural gas

Gas prices rise to highest level in 4 years, just in time for summer travel in Maine

Outdoors in Maine: Ethanol is hard on New England, and its people

U.S. homes to pay less for heat this winter