Greater Portland Transmission Upgrades Projects

Central Maine Power (CMP) is proposing the Greater Portland Transmission Upgrades Project, a multi-year initiative to build a modern network of substations, upgraded infrastructure, and strengthened grid sections stretching from Yarmouth through Greater Portland.  

 

These improvements are designed to: 

  • Replace aging equipment.  
  • Expand capacity to meet growing electricity demand.  
  • Enhance the reliability of the electric system for more than 200,000 customers.  

 

Although early in the process, this project aims to support this region’s future energy needs as more heat pumps, electric vehicles, electrified water transportation and renewable energy are utilized by our customers.  

 

Our community partners:

  • City of Portland
  • Town of Falmouth
  • Town of Yarmouth
  • City of Westbrook
  • Town of Cumberland
  • Greater Portland Council of Governments
  • Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce

 

Community Open Houses  

CMP is hosting a series of Community Open Houses in towns along the proposed route — including Portland, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Cumberland, and Westbrook. These events will provide opportunities to learn more, ask questions, and speak directly with project representatives. 

 

Falmouth 

  • Date: Wednesday, December 3 

  • Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm 

  • Location: Falmouth Elementary School, 58 Woodville Road, Falmouth 

Yarmouth 

  • Date: Monday, December 8 

  • Time: 5pm-7pm 

  • Location: Yarmouth Town Hall, Community Room, 200 Main Street, Yarmouth 

Westbrook 

  • Date: Thursday, December 11 

  • Time: 6pm-8pm 

  • Location: Westbrook Community Center 

 

 

Contact us 

  • Please refer to Greater Portland Transmission Upgrades Project in your message.