News and Announcements

Creation of CERE Division

The DPU will present findings from the FTA’s triennial audit at the MBTA’s Board of Directors meeting.

The new orders improve net metering, increasing access and energy independence for residents

Plans from the state's electric utility companies are designed to boost reliability and resiliency for Massachusetts’ decarbonized future

The state’s first set of guidelines support development and progression of the renewable energy source

New order simplifies the approval process to improve efficiency and efficacy of future programs

The Energy Transformation Advisory Board will include utilities, fossil fuel workers, business groups, technology providers and innovators, and environmental justice advocates, among others

The new order provides equitable access to solar energy and affordability to low-income and environmental justice populations

Governor Healey signs proclamation declaring April as Dig Safe Month

The new order will allow for more Massachusetts residents, businesses, and government-owned facilities to realize savings from solar energy, potentially $10 million or more annually

The issued orders allow 13 municipalities across Massachusetts to bring competitively priced electricity to customers

The new inquiry will assess the issues, barriers, and possible solutions to high energy costs faced by Massachusetts residents

With Order 20-80, the DPU will no longer allow cost recovery for gas infrastructure without proof that non-gas alternatives were considered or for the promotion of natural gas expansion

New schedule separates the most expensive winter months into two periods, which is expected to reduce large swings in seasonal electric supply rates

New simplified process and rules will accelerate the Department’s review of municipal aggregation plans and enhance consumer protections