Help With Your Bill
On November 16, 2022, the Maine Public Utilities Commission announced the 2023 Standard Offer Price (SOP) of $0.17631/kWh. The increase in SOP goes into effect January 1, 2023, giving you some time to plan.Look at your bill to see how many kWhs you use per month. Some scenarios of how you could be impacted by the SOP increase are presented below.
| 550 kWh |
750 kWh |
850 kWh |
1,000 kWh |
1,200 kWh |
1,500 kWh |
|
| CMP Delivery (7/1/22) |
$57.61 |
$75.16 |
$83.93 |
$97.09 |
$114.64 |
$140.97 |
| SOP Supply (1/1/23) |
$96.97 |
$132.23 |
$149.86 |
$176.31 |
$211.57 |
$264.47 |
| Increase in SOP cost (1/1/22-1/1/23) |
$31.98 |
$43.61 |
$49.42 |
$58.15 |
$69.78 |
$87.23 |
| Total Bundled (1/1/23) |
$154.58 |
$207.39 |
$233.79 |
$273.40 |
$326.21 |
$405.44 |
CMP delivers power to you, other companies — not CMP — supply your electricity. CMP does not make money from electricity supply and does not control the cost.
We understand that this increase is significant, and we have tools that can help you manage your account. Managing your monthly usage can help you reduce the amount of your monthly bill. You can consider using these tips to reduce your energy use while maintaining your comfort.
We also offer SimplePay (or Budget Billing) to help manage seasonal fluctuations in your electricity bill. You can enroll by logging into your account and choosing the ‘Sign Up for SimplePay’ in the ‘I Want to…’ section on the MyAccount tab or call us at 800.750.4000 for assistance.
If you need help with your bill, you are not alone. We want to help, and there are a number of programs designed to meet a variety of needs for you and your family.
Call 2-1-1 for more information
If you or someone you know needs utility or heating assistance, call 2-1-1 if calling from Maine, or call 877.463.6207, or text your zip code to 898-211, or visit 211maine.org for information about services available throughout Maine. 2-1-1 is Maine's 24/7 health and human services information and referral system.
NEW Winter Energy Relief Program to aid residents with high heating costs
The NEW Winter Energy Relief Payment Program is designed to aid residents with high heating costs this winter. Assistance through this program will be issued through July 17,2023. To determine if you’re eligible please apply directly with your local CAA. You do not have to apply for HEAP in order to seek assistance from the Winter Energy emergency benefit.
Maine's Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF)
The Maine HAF is a free, federal relief program for homeowners financially impacted by COVID-19 who are behind on their mortgage, housing, property tax or utility payments and are at risk of foreclosure. The program, which can provide up to $50,000 per eligible household, is funded through the U.S. Dept. of Treasury and administered by the Maine Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection. To learn more and apply, visit haf.mainehousing.org.
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
HEAP provides federal grant money to qualified customers to help pay their heating costs and may also assist with weatherization needs. Contact your local CAA to apply for HEAP. Qualifying for HEAP is the first step to be eligible to apply for the additional programs below.
To qualify for HEAP, your household income must fall within HEAP guidelines.
If you pay court ordered child support, you may be able to deduct the amounts paid from your household's income. If your household income is over the HEAP income guidelines, you may be able to deduct a portion of the amount you paid for medical expenses.
| Poverty Level | Household Size | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
| 1 Month | $2,433 | $3,181 | $3,930 | $4,678 | $5,427 | $6,175 | $6,315 | $6,456 | $6,596 | $6,736 |
| 3 Months | $7,298 | $9,543 | $11,789 | $14,034 | $16,280 | $18,525 | $18,946 | $19,367 | $19,788 | $20,209 |
| 12 Months | $29,191 | $38,172 | $47,154 | $56,136 | $65,118 | $74,100 | $75,784 | $77,468 | $79,152 | $80,836 |
Electricity Lifeline Program (ELP)
CMP's ELP Program offers qualified customers a credit of up to $900 annually on their electric bill. The amount of your ELP credit is based on household income and estimated electricity usage. See our ELP fact sheet for more information. Apply for ELP at your local CAA.
Oxygen Pump/Ventilator Assistance Program
Customers who qualify for CMP's ELP may also be eligible to participate in our Oxygen Pump/Ventilator Assistance Program if CMP has a current Lifelight form. This program provides additional bill credits to customers who must use an oxygen pump or ventilator for at least 8 hours per day for health-related reasons. Apply for this program at your local CAA. If you've already enrolled in ELP, you must provide the completed Lifelight form to receive this assistance.
Arrearage Management Program (AMP)
The AMP helps qualified customers who are enrolled in HEAP reduce their past due balance by as much as $300 each month, as long as current monthly payments are made in full and on time. See our AMP fact sheet for more information and apply for the AMP here.
Friend Alert
CMP’s Friend Alert Third Party Notification service offers you extra peace of mind. A friend, agency or organization you designate will receive a copy of any important notices we may send to you. This may also be helpful if you are helping someone else with their bill, like an elderly parent, friend or neighbor. They can designate you as their Friend Alert. For more information, please call us at 800.750.4000.
Hearing and Speech Impairment Assistance
If you use a telephone (TTY) device in your home, dial 711 and ask the Maine Relay Service operator to contact us at 800.750.4000.
Documents and Resources
More information
If you are interested in learning more or enrolling in any of these free services, contact us or contact your local CAA.
| Location | Address |
|---|---|
Augusta Area: |
Kennebec Valley Community Action Buker Community Center 22 Armory Street Augusta, Maine 04330 Tel: 800.542.8227 Tel: 207.622.4761
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Bangor Area: |
Penquis Community Action Program 262 Harlow Street Bangor, Maine 04402.1162 Tel: 800.215.4942 Tel: 207.973.3630
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Bath Area: |
Kennebec Valley Community Action 62 Middle Street Wiscasset, Maine 04578 Tel: 800.542.8227
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Belfast Area: |
Waldo Community Action Partners 9 Field Street, P.O. Box 130 Belfast, Maine 04915 Tel: 800.498.3025 Tel: 207.338.3025
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Biddeford Area: |
York County Community Action Corp. 15 York Street / Building 9 Biddeford, Maine 04005 Tel: 800.644.4202 Tel: 207.283.2402
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Dover-Foxcroft Area: |
Penquis 50 North Street Dover-Foxcroft, Maine 04426 Tel: 800.215.4942 Tel: 207.564.7116
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Ellsworth Area: |
Downeast Community Partners 248 Bucksport Road Ellsworth, Maine 04605 Tel: 207.664.2424 |
Farmington Area: |
Western Maine Community Action Corp. 20A Church Street, P.O. Box 200 East Wilton, Maine 04234 Tel: 800.645.9636 Tel: 207.645.3764
|
Kittery Area: |
York County Community Action Corp. 120 Rogers Road Kittery, Maine 03904 Tel: 800.965.5762 Tel: 207.439.2699
|
Lewiston Area: |
Community Concepts 240 Bates Street Lewiston, ME 04240 Tel: 800.866.5588 Tel: 207.795.4065
|
Portland Area: |
The Opportunity Alliance 50 Lydia Lane South Portland, Maine 04106 Tel: 207.553.5800 Tel: 877.429.6884 |
Portland Area: |
222 St. John Street, Suite 207 Portland, ME 04102 Tel: 207.553.5900 Tel: 877.429.6884 |
Rockland Area: |
Penquis Community Action Program 315 Main Street Rockland, Maine 04841 Tel: 800.215.4942 Tel: 207.596.0361
|
Sanford Area: |
York County Community Action Corp. 6 Spruce Street Sanford, Maine 04073 Tel: 800.965.5762 Tel: 207.324.5762
|
Skowhegan Area: |
Kennebec Valley Community Action Program 26 Mary Street Skowhegan, Maine 09476 Tel: 800.542.8227 Tel: 207.474.8487
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South Paris Area: |
Penquis Community Concepts, Inc. 17-19 Market Square South Paris, Maine 04281 Tel: 800.866.5588 Tel: 207.743.7716
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Waterville Area: |
Kennebec Valley Community Action Program 97 Water Street Waterville, Maine 04901 Tel: 800.542.8227 Tel: 207.859.1500 |
Providing Proof of Identification
If you have been asked to provide proof of identification, please go to this page with instructions and download the Application for Electric Service, have it notarized, and return it to us.
