Should Mainers control our own power utility?  How would it work?

Join us to learn more! 

Friday, February 21st at 7pm

South Portland High School

Consumer-owned power is not new.  It exists in 49 of the 50 states, serving 30 percent of U.S. residents, and is more common in other developed nations.  

Hosted by State Rep. Kessler, State Rep. Seth Berry and panelists will discuss the proposal to establish a Maine Power Delivery Authority.  “Maine Power” or MPDA would replace Central Maine Power Company and Emera Maine, instead operating much like Maine’s existing consumer-owned utilities such as Kennebunk Light and Power, Madison Electric Works, or Eastern Maine Electric Cooperative. Berry argues that our current grid does not provide the reliable and affordable foundation we need.

Unlike CMP or Emera Maine, Maine Power would be responsible to Maine customers only, not distant investors.  Like Maine’s existing consumer-owned utilities (COUs), Maine Power would not use tax dollars, but would be financed by utility rates. 

The Legislature is likely to vote on Berry’s proposal in March of 2020, making this the right time to learn more and share your thoughts with your legislators and the Governor, as well as others.

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