Acadia Center DPU 22-32 Initial Brief

This docket concerns Liberty Utilities' petition for a contract for Renewable Natural Gas for building heating. The proposal fails the public interest test, as the proposal is too costly and purported climate benefits are not consistent with the Global Warming Solutions Act and other climate laws. In addition, the proposed creation of Liberty RNG is unnecessary, potentially deceptive, and not in the public interest. Finally, the proposed tariff is unnecessary and improperly places commercial risk upon ratepayers rather than the Company.