Maine GOP lawmakers, think tanks blame alt. energy ‘mandates’ for rising costs

Some right-leaning groups are blaming alternative energy for rising rates.

A group of Republican lawmakers from Maine and across New England as well as members of conservative think tanks held a virtual meeting on Tuesday to say “net zero policies” and “energy mandates” are driving up energy costs, squeezing homeowners, and forcing small businesses to absorb price increases.

Clean energy advocates, including Acadia Center, say the group is making false claims.

They say most of the energy in New England comes from fossil fuels and electric energy is projected to bring down costs in the years ahead.

Acadia Center writes in part:

“Fossil fuel-interest think tanks are back with a new round of the same tired and misguided attacks against clean energy policies in New England.”

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