Extended cold snap, not enough drivers contribute to waits up to a week or longer for fuel.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How much money has been spent subsidizing heat pumps in Maine?
Over $135 million, and more is on the way. Gov. Janet Mills says the incentives are reducing the state’s reliance on heating oil.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation / World
Many U.S. families to get a break on winter heating costs, but uncertainties persist
Natural gas prices are projected to decline, but the prospect of war in the Middle East could change things.
Posted inNews
Heating fuel Valentine’s promotion warms hearts of Midcoast suppliers, residents
Local heating supplier M.W. Sewall is one of 10 companies across the state participating in this year’s Fuel Your Love campaign, which will offer residents thousands of gallons of free heating fuel.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Heat pumps boom in Maine, despite frigid cold and oil industry pushback
In Maine, exorbitant oil and gas prices have motivated people to switch to heat pumps, prompting the fossil fuel industry to step up its efforts to beat back the trend.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Heating fuel prices and supply stabilize as winter weather sets in
Warmer weather across the region allowed suppliers to catch up, stock up.
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.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Alternative ways to stay warm
With heating oil prices in flux, residents are looking for ways to stay warm that are better for the environment and their bank accounts.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, 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, Maine, 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.