Gerry Runte for State Representative

Thanks to all that voted in the primary yesterday! I think I have picked up all my signs, but if you happen to see one, please feel free to remove it and let me know - I'll come and pick it up.

Maine needs to prepare for data center activity and this Council is a vital first step.

Maine advisory council starts debating possible data center restrictions The 17-member advisory council is set to recommend ways to limit impacts to electric customers and the environment as interest in developing the facilities grows in Maine.

https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/2026/05/22/new-maine-law-allows-towns-to-buy-cheaper-greener-power/90192473007/

New Maine law allows towns to buy cheaper, greener power “My new law can help communities address high electricity costs and climate change by creating affordable access to renewable energy,” said York state Rep. Gerry Runte.

Hi all-
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Maine becomes the 11th state to allow community choice aggregation The state joins a growing list of places that allow municipalities to form local energy groups, giving residents more control over electricity costs and a faster path to 100% renewable energy goals…

Last week, CMP filed a rate case with the PUC that would result in a 17% bill increase. It raises alot of issues, both in terms of what the PUC should allow and what the Legislature might do to fix problems it identifies. My thoughts:

CMP Wants $189 Million. Here’s What the Filing Doesn’t Tell Us Central Maine Power is asking for a $189 million increase in annual revenue, which is about a 17% hike. The reasons are familiar: stronger storms, more electricity use from heat pumps and electric vehicles, aging infrast...