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Data Centers

Below you can find more information on the DPU's work regarding data centers.

What you need to know

DPU's 9/24/26 letter to the electric companies 
Executive order 658  Healey-Driscoll framework  Executive order 654 
Press Release

Governor Healey: No Data Centers Without Local Approval

9/08/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Governor Healey is requiring data centers to receive local approval before seeking state permits, pay for their own clean energy or pay fees to ratepayers, and adhere to water, air and community engagement standards

Press Release

Governor Healey Halts Data Center Tax Incentive and Calls for Strict Guardrails to Protect Ratepayers, Environment & Public Health

6/25/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Governor releases one of the most comprehensive frameworks in the nation, covering cost, energy, water, air, noise, jobs and other impacts

Contact Information

Phone

Call DPU electric power division at (617) 305-3575

Open M-F 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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