Mainers face double-digit shock in 2022 electricity supply rates

Experts say the expected increase is primarily a result of rising prices for natural gas. Maine's solar policies also could increase rates in the coming years.

Maine Natural Gas to be fined $50,000 for safety violations

The utility, a subsidiary of Central Maine Power Co.'s parent company, delivers pipeline gas to 4,800 customers in the Augusta, Brunswick and Windham areas.

Midwinter drop in energy costs gives Mainers unexpected relief

A combination of unseasonably warm temperatures and lower prices for heating oil and gasoline offers a welcome change from the norm.

Maine eyed for project that converts electricity to storable gas

Wind and other renewables produce excess power that could be used in the state’s natural gas pipeline system.

Summit to tap dairy cows to make pipeline gas

Summit Natural Gas unveils a plan to make biogas from cow manure on a farm in Clinton and pump it into their pipeline network.

Safety procedures reviewed in wake of Mass. explosions

Safety tips when using natural gas

PUC sees little benefit in gas pipeline for Maine ratepayers

Maine PUC votes to expand natural gas capacity

Maine PUC says state shouldn’t fund natural gas expansion