Maine PUC Accepts Electricity Supply Bids for 2026

The Maine Public Utilities Commission has accepted bids for standard offer electricity supply for Central Maine Power Company and Versant Power Company's Maine Public District for 2026. New rates will increase for residential and business customers, with specific per kWh costs and estimated monthly bill impacts provided for both utilities.

Maine PUC Expands Low-Income Assistance Program Eligibility and Funding

The Maine Public Utilities Commission has approved significant amendments to its Low-income Assistance Program (LIAP), expanding eligibility to 150% of the federal poverty level and increasing annual funding to $33 million. The program will transition to a bill discount model for Central Maine Power and Versant Power customers.

Maine PUC Seeks Renewable Energy Project Proposals

The Maine Public Utilities Commission has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for renewable energy generation and transmission projects in northern Maine. The RFP aims to advance renewable energy development and support the state's energy and economic goals, with proposals due February 27, 2026.

Maine PUC Selects New Clean Energy Solar Projects

The Maine Public Utilities Commission, in collaboration with other New England states, has selected new clean energy solar projects. Maine will add approximately 51 MW of solar capacity, contributing to regional clean energy goals and reliability.

PUC Public Hearing on Madison Electric Works Rate Increase

The Maine Public Utilities Commission will hold a public hearing on January 29, 2026, regarding Madison Electric Works' request for a distribution rate increase. The proposed increase could raise typical residential customer bills by approximately $17 per month, or 9.5 percent.

Columbia Gas of Kentucky - Confidential Treatment for Supplier Data

The Kentucky Public Service Commission granted Columbia Gas of Kentucky's motion to keep its gas supplier identities and related pricing information confidential. This decision protects proprietary data from public disclosure to prevent competitive harm and maintain favorable customer pricing.

Columbia Gas Kentucky - Confidential Treatment for Gas Cost Report

The Kentucky Public Service Commission granted Columbia Gas of Kentucky's motion to keep portions of its Gas Cost Recovery Rate Quarterly Report confidential. This includes supplier identities and pricing information, protecting it from public disclosure indefinitely.

Oldham County Water District Rate Adjustment Order Reversed

The Kentucky Public Service Commission has accepted a revised tariff for the Oldham County Water District, implementing a court order to include $125,241 in employee health and dental insurance expenses in the district's revenue requirement. The new rates are effective March 31, 2026.

Valley Gas Purchased Gas Adjustment Filing and Commission Order

The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued an order regarding Valley Gas, Inc.'s quarterly Gas Cost Recovery (GCR) rate filing. The Commission suspended the effective date of the proposed GCR rates and is investigating the filing, with potential for refunds.

Columbia Gas of Kentucky - Confidential Treatment for Gas Cost Recovery Report

The Kentucky Public Service Commission granted Columbia Gas of Kentucky's motion for confidential treatment of certain supplier and pricing information in its Gas Cost Recovery Rate Quarterly Report. This decision protects proprietary data from public disclosure for an indefinite period.