Maine Public Utilities Commission

10/07/2026

The Maine Public Utilities Commission is hiring! Come join our team and help us tackle some of the most important issues facing the utility industry, while earning competitive pay and benefits.

Open positions include:
-Utility Analyst-Electric Division
-Staff Attorney
-GIS Coordinator-Emergency Services Communication Bureau
-Management Analyst I/System Coordinator-Emergency Services Communication Bureau

FMI: https://www.maine.gov/mpuc/about/job-opportunities

10/05/2026

If you participate in Maine's Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP) to help with your electric bills, you will see changes to the program this year. Anyone who qualifies for LIHEAP or is enrolled in a DHHS means-tested program such as SNAP, TANF, or MaineCare will be automatically enrolled through secure information sharing between DHHS and the participating utility, unless you have opted out. This year, customers of CMP and Versant Power will see their benefit reflected as a monthly discount or credit. Those using a Consumer-owned Electric Utility (COU) will continue to receive the benefit as a lump sum.

Funding for LIAP increased from $22.5 million in 2025 to $40.5 million this year, including an additional $7.5 million approved in the most recent supplemental budget with bipartisan support.

FMI:

Through SupportLink, low-income Mainers will be automatically enrolled for $40 million in electricity discounts, other servicesAugusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that eligible low-income customers of Central Maine Power (CMP) and Versant will soon begin receiving automatic disco...

09/25/2026

09/16/2026

If you're worried about heating your home this winter, you may qualify for assistance through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
Contact your local Community Action Program to apply.
FMI: https://tinyurl.com/43nsarjk

09/08/2026

Today is 988 Day-a national day of action to raise awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of su***de, a mental health crisis, or emotional distress, help is available 24/7. Call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org. You don't have to be in crisis to reach out-988 is there for anyone who needs someone to talk to. Help is just three digits away.

08/28/2026

The Maine Public Utilities Commission has been notified that AT&T mobile customers in York and Washington Counties are experiencing service disruptions. The Commission’s 911 Bureau reminds residents that text-to-911 is an option for reaching emergency services when voice connectivity is limited. Anyone experiencing an emergency should provide their location and a brief description of the problem when texting 911.

If you are unable to reach 911 by voice, consider these alternatives:

• Try a different wireless carrier, if available
• Use a landline phone
• Use a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service

To text 911 services, simply enter 9-1-1 into the “To” field of the text message. Your first outbound text should be as detailed and concise as possible. It should include the exact location of the emergency and what services are needed. It should also include information about any safety or weapons concerns. If total silence is important, make sure your ringer is turned off to eliminate text notification tones when the specialist replies.

Text-to-911 only works on SMS-capable wireless devices with a texting plan. It will not work with Messenger, WhatsApp or other messaging applications.

08/25/2026

The Maine Public Utilities Commission has selected a transmission and generation project as part of the Northern Maine Renewable Energy Development Program. Avangrid Networks, Inc. was chosen for the transmission project for a 1200 MW line that will terminate at Hayneseville. Clearway Energy Group LLC was selected for the generation project with its 800 MW onshore wind project. The projects are expected to provide about $400 million in net benefits to Maine ratepayers over the life of the project. Maine collaborated with four other New England States on the procurement.

FMI: https://www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=puc-pressreleases&id=13360938&v=article088

08/25/2026

Call if you can. Text if you can't. When you call 9-1-1, every answer helps send the right help faster. If it's unsafe for you to call, you can text.

It may be best to text, instead of call, 911 in the following situations:

-Domestic Violence environment
-Home invasion
-Kidnapping or abduction scenario
-If you are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or late-deafened
-You have low or intermittent service connection

FMI: https://www.maine.gov/mpuc/maine911/text-to-911

08/24/2026

Summer is wrapping up and winter will be here before you know it. Winter readiness is essential, especially in our chilly Maine climate.
❄️The Public Utilities Commission offers these steps to prepare for the upcoming cold season:
1. **Weatherproof Your Home**: Address any leaks or gaps in your windows and doors to retain precious heat and conserve energy effectively.
2. **Heating System Maintenance**: Prioritize a professional inspection of your heating system. Ensuring its optimal functionality will be pivotal in keeping your space comfortably warm.
3. **Enhance Insulation**: Reinforce your home's insulation, focusing on attics and walls. Adequate insulation is paramount in maintaining a consistent indoor temperature. Insulation rebates are available through Efficiency Maine https://www.efficiencymaine.com/home-insulation/
4. **Heating Assistance Application**: For those in need, explore heating assistance programs available to support during the winter months. These programs can provide essential aid in maintaining a comfortable living environment. Applications are now open for Maine’s HEAP program and applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible at https://www.mainehousing.org/.../energy/energydetails/liheap
5. **Financial and Efficiency Resources**: We encourage you to explore the comprehensive range of financial and efficiency resources available at www.MaineElectricHelp.com. This platform offers valuable resources for optimizing energy consumption and managing costs effectively. 💰🌿

Don't be caught in the cold this winter. Start preparing now! ❄️🏠

08/18/2026

In an emergency, every second counts! Remember, if you cannot talk safely when contacting emergency services, you can text 911 in Maine. Calling is still the best option.

FMI: https://www.maine.gov/mpuc/maine911/text-to-911