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Electricity is divided into On Peak and Off Peak periods throughout the week:<\/h4>\n

Now, thanks to CMP’s Smart Meters and Electricity Maine’s new plan, you can reduce your electric bill at home or business by paying a lower rate when you use electricity most-at night and on the weekend.
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Off Peak<\/h4>\n

When demand and cost for electricity is lowest. Large users of electricity are not operating, but residential consumers are home and small businesses are often open.<\/p>\n

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On Peak<\/h4>\n

When both demand and prices are highest. Large users of electricity are operating causing a strain on the grid. Many residential consumers are not at home.<\/p>\n

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Weekends & Holidays<\/h2>\n

Cost of power is less expensive<\/h3>\n

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Weekdays<\/h2>\n

Split between off & on peak<\/h3>\n

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