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Maine leaders pitch solutions to enhance grid as temperatures drop and electricity prices soar

Maine aims to cut electricity costs by reducing natural gas reliance, as natural gas accounted for 55% of regional generation in 2025, driving prices up during cold snaps.

Natural gas prices spiked to their highest level ever in New England in January, driving up the cost of electricity. Experts said the state should hasten energy project permitting and transmission interconnection to bring electricity prices down long-term.

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Portland Press Herald broke the news in Portland, United States on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
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