Warmer weather across the region allowed suppliers to catch up, stock up.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
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.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, New England, News
New England senators seek help to avoid energy disruptions
The rising cost of heating oil is a Northeast problem since 4.1 million households in the region rely on heating oil during the winter.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Even before winter’s arrival, Mainers are relying on heating assistance
The cost of heating oil is far more expensive than last season, but the Maine State Housing Authority has less money than it did last winter and more families to assist.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation & World, News
Biden spending $4.5 billion to help lower home heating costs
The money will be made available through a low-income home energy assistance program.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
How to save money when trying to stay warm
Here are 10 DIY tips to help keep your home warm this winter. Some don’t cost a cent, and others are inexpensive.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation & World, New England
Winter heating forecast: A perfect storm of high prices, tight supply, global chaos
The Russia-Ukraine war, lagging supplies and limited refining are creating havoc in the heating oil market, and Maine is especially vulnerable.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
As heating costs soar, Mainers worry about the price of warmth
Oil costs are at record highs, electricity rates are increasing and temperatures are dropping. The result could be a crisis for Maine residents this winter.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News, Politics
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.
Posted inNation & World, News
Biden to release 15 million barrels from oil reserve, more possible
President Biden will also open the door to additional oil reserve releases this winter in an effort to bring prices down.