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Topics
Electricity
We represent ratepayers in state and federal proceedings to help ensure electricity supplied in Maine is reliable, affordable, and fairly priced for residential and small business consumers.
Natural Gas
We speak for natural gas consumers in Maine in regulatory and court proceedings, working to protect consumers from excessive costs while ensuring safe and dependable service.
Water
We review water utility proposals and regulatory filings to help ensure water rates remain reasonable and service quality stays high for Maine households.
Telecommunications
We advocate on behalf of phone and internet customers in Maine to help secure access to affordable and reliable services.
Solar
We evaluate solar and renewable energy programs, intervening in regulatory and legislative processes to help ensure that the benefits, costs, and responsibilities are shared fairly among all consumers in Maine.
PUC Info
The Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is the state agency that regulates utilities such as electricity, gas, water, telephone and internet, and ferry services operating in Maine.