News and Announcements

Federal Transit Administration officially closes its safety management inspection of the DPU’s safety oversight management of the MBTA. FTA also transfers direct oversight of the MBTA that began in 2022 to DPU

Proposed regulations would strengthen oversight and help identify and address risks before they become emergencies

States call for close federal scrutiny of proposed NextEra-Dominion merger and potential impacts on costs, competition, and reliability

The new Program will fund participation in DPU and EFSB regulatory proceedings

The proposed regulations will be nation-leading in protecting both passengers and drivers

Governor Healey signs proclamation declaring April as Dig Safe Month

Recently approved Plans will save enrolled customers $25 million on their electricity bills

Direct Energy agrees to donate over $100,000 to Boston Medical Center’s Clean Power Prescription program and will cease telemarketing activities for one year

Report highlights progress made in energy affordability, protecting nature and climate resilience efforts

The investigation aims to address energy price volatility and improve bill transparency for Massachusetts ratepayers

The performance of the DPU’s Pipeline Safety Division has improved dramatically since the Merrimack Valley incident

Jeremy McDiarmid to serve as Chair, alongside newly appointed Liz Anderson of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office

With the DPU’s order on Eversource heat pump rate today, eligible customers of all three electric utilities could save around $540 off their heating bills this winter

Governor Healey signs proclamation declaring April as Dig Safe Month