News and Announcements

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

Approval will Result in Lower Electric Utility Bills for National Grid Customers Starting May 1st

Appointments charged with creating a “21st Century DPU”

Approval will result in lower utility bills for Massachusetts gas customers over the winter months

Plan Will Deliver Over $9 Billion in Benefits to Residents and Businesses

Inquiry will assess opportunities to enhance equitable public awareness of and participation in DPU proceedings.