Natural gas prices have skyrocketed worldwide following the Russian invasion of Ukraine this year.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, New England, News
Pricey, imported natural gas will drive Maine’s electricity habit this winter
While the U.S. exports natural gas at record levels, New England will have to import it, in liquid form. That dependence could cost a typical Maine household an extra $22 a month in electricity.
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Summit customers will see bills double as natural gas supply costs more
Tuesday’s PUC action is separate from another rate request under consideration and reflects high supply costs for natural gas providers in a volatile global market.
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Summit Natural Gas request for higher rates has some Mainers fuming, questioning
A decade since the company came to the state, enthusiasm for the energy provider has been dampened by high costs and slow service expansion.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Summit proposes rate increase of up to 200% for gas customers in Falmouth, Yarmouth, Cumberland
The Maine Office of the Public Advocate opposes the proposed seven-year rate plan, which would hike the average natural gas bill by 16% in the first year.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Putin demands payment in rubles for Russia’s gas, but leaves a loophole
European leaders insist payment will remain in euros and dollars and want to see the fine print of how the decree will be implemented.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Chamber CEO: Expanding natural gas pipeline capacity is key to cutting Maine energy costs
A steady natural gas supply is needed to moderate electricity supply costs, keep homes and workplaces warm, power industries and support renewables.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Stop fossil fuel leasing on America’s public lands
This step – which President Biden could take at any time – will help prevent climate disaster and improve the health of our planet and our communities.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Study shows it’s time to stop cooking with gas
Gas burners fulfill a primal urge, but they are bad for the climate and indoor air quality and need to be phased out.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
As electric rates rise, gas-fired power emerges as both scapegoat and savior
A study in contradictions, natural gas is both helping to keep the lights on and contributing to the risk of rolling blackouts. Here’s why the role it plays in the region’s energy grid will remain a factor in Maine for years to come.