How much gas does Maine consume?
Total gas demand in Maine rose from 121 million cubic feet per day in 2000 to about 225 million cubic feet per day in 2004, with about 90% of the gas used for the production of electricity. Gas demand for power production in the state has almost tripled, from 74 million cubic feet per day in 2000 to about 200 million cubic feet per day in 2004. This demand is likely to continue to grow. Maine has five gas-fired power plants located in Veazie, Bucksport, Jay, Rumford, and Westbrook.
