In late 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it was seeking public comment on potential updates to its ‘Green Guides,’ aiming to recalibrate its guidance following shifts in consumer expectations and stakeholder commitments around environmental commitments. Consumers are increasingly interested in and demanding access to less carbon-intense forms of energy, including renewable energy.  […]

Yesterday, Maine Legislature’s Energy, Utilities, and Technology Committee held a hearing on LD 1431, with proposed amendments that have faced stark criticism from those who argue that they would all but end Maine’s competitive market and remove energy choice for its consumers. While the bill’s overarching aim is to create a more regulated market for […]