Maine faces two starkly different choices about the future of its electrical system.

On one hand is a plan by Central Maine Power to spend $1.5 billion on massive upgrades to the electric grid. This would make CMP's current "dumb grid" even bigger and dumber; it would raise electric rates, steal away funds needed for energy efficiency and renewable power, and likely lead to increased pollution.

On the other hand is an alternative proposal by GridSolar to build a smarter grid; one that is based on energy efficiency and clean, renewable power generated right here in Maine.

A smart grid would cost less, reduce global warming pollution, create more jobs for Mainers, and help keep our electric rates lower.

In a recent editorial ("PUC made right call on GridSolar proposal," Nov. 25), however, this... [continue via Web link]