Dec 10, 2024

Financial news business

Following yesterday’s announcement that S&P has downgraded Eversource’s credit rating due to the continuing pattern of adverse regulatory developments for investor-owned utilities operating in Connecticut, Eversource issued the following statement from Vice President of Distribution Rates and Regulatory Requirements, Douglas Horton.

Nov 26, 2024

energy efficiency holidays

With the holiday season upon us, neighborhoods are starting to twinkle with festive light displays inside and out. Eversource is reminding customers about some ways to get in the holiday spirit while conserving energy, saving money and staying safe.

Nov 22, 2024

Greater Cambridge Energy Program award business

In recognition of its local collaboration, commitment to modernizing the electric system and support of clean energy goals, Eversource and its local partner BXP have been selected to receive a 2024 Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Annual Visionary Award for their partnership on the innovative Greater Cambridge Energy Program (GCEP), which includes the development of a first-of-its-kind underground electrical substation. The Visionary Awards & Gala took place on November 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Nov 22, 2024

Rates

As colder weather arrives in Massachusetts amidst continuing volatility in the energy market, Eversource Basic Service Rate electric customers can expect to pay a 7% lower winter supply price compared to their current summer rate.

Nov 19, 2024

Scams safety

From phony calls threatening to shut off power to bogus emails and even imposters pretending to be employees, scammers posing as Eversource representatives are becoming increasingly more sophisticated. While their deceitful tactics may vary, the goal is always the same – to steal money and personal information. In advance of Utilities United Against Scams Day on November 20th, Eversource is joining utilities across the country in reminding customers to be vigilant and recognize the signs of suspicious behavior, especially with the busy holiday season approaching.

Nov 18, 2024

vegetation management Native Plant Guide sustainability

Autumn can be a great time to plant, and as part of its commitment to environmental stewardship while ensuring electric reliability for customers, Eversource has released a new planting guide for property owners. Nature’s Natives highlights a variety of plant species that not only thrive in New England but are also utility compatible - helping customers make informed choices when planting near power lines.

Nov 7, 2024

energy efficiency Main Streets

With its long history as a nation-leading energy efficiency provider, Eversource is again being recognized for its efforts to help customers save energy by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). The organization announced the winners of its 2024 Leaders of the Pack awards, honoring Eversource as a leader in the Small Commercial Buildings category for its Main Streets Program in Massachusetts.

Oct 31, 2024

AMI

As part of Eversource’s continued investment in modernizing the power grid to enhance electric reliability and improve service for customers, the energy company will begin transitioning homes and business across the Commonwealth to smart meters in 2025.

Oct 23, 2024

projects

As part of Eversource’s continued investment in strengthening and modernizing the electric system to better withstand extreme weather and support clean energy, the energy company has proposed two significant reliability projects on Martha’s Vineyard: The Martha’s Vineyard Reliability Project and the 91 Cable Replacement Project.

Oct 16, 2024

battery storage Electric Sector Modernization Plan reliability

As part of its continued investment in scaling the emerging technologies needed to tackle the most urgent climate challenges and achieve net zero emissions by 2050, the Department of Energy’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) has selected Eversource to receive up to $19.5 million in federal cost share to build upon the success of its award-winning 24.9 MW Outer Cape Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Advanced in partnership with Cape Light Compact (CLC) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Eversource’s Outer Cape Microgrid Optimization Project will coordinate and optimize diverse, customer-owned clean energy resources like solar panels, smart thermostats, and batteries with its Outer Cape BESS in Provincetown to extend the length of time the BESS can provide customers with reliable power while crews work to make repairs.

Oct 7, 2024

EPUT workforce development

Eversource, in collaboration with Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC), the Local 369 Utility Workers Union of America, and the Local 12004 United Steel Workers Union, is proud to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Electric Power Utility Technology (EPUT) Program. Since its inception, this innovative program has provided valuable academic and hands-on training opportunities for aspiring utility workers in the Boston area, equipping more than two decades of students with the skills necessary for successful careers in the energy sector.

Sep 29, 2024

mutual aid

With more than three million customers without power following the powerful impact of Hurricane Helene, dozens of Eversource crews are heading down south to assist fellow energy companies with power restoration efforts. Approximately 40 line crews from each of the three states the energy company serves – Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire – along with 20 support personnel are packing up their gear and trucks to make the trip to Virginia to support crews from Appalachian Power.

Sep 24, 2024

community sustainability volunteers

From tires and empty bottles to doors and refrigerators, the banks of the Connecticut River can become littered with trash, creating harmful effects for the local environment and the health of the waterway. As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource employees across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire will join their neighbors for the 28th annual Source to Sea Cleanup. For the past eight years, the energy company has partnered with the Connecticut River Conservancy as a lead sponsor of the initiative, where volunteers target trash-ridden sites along the 410-mile watershed region and remove as much waste as they can. This year, Eversource employees in Massachusetts will be volunteering in Springfield for a cleanup event at Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club.

Sep 16, 2024

vegetation management

As a testament to its continued commitment to environmental stewardship and ensuring electric reliability for customers, Eversource has been named a Tree Line USA utility by the Arbor Day Foundation in all three states where the energy company operates.

Sep 5, 2024

Electric Sector Modernization Plan reliability clean energy

Affirming the commonwealth’s leadership on a strategic approach to the clean energy transition, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities' (DPU) recently approved Electric Sector Modernization Plans (ESMP) proposed by Eversource and other utilities to develop the clean energy infrastructure needed to meet decarbonization goals while ensuring safe, reliable service for customers. The DPU’s order builds on Massachusetts’ proactive, equity-focused work to advance a sustainable energy future, reflecting a strong commitment to responsibly investing in more resilient, flexible infrastructure to combat the impacts of climate change, enable electrification, increase renewable energy production and meet the future energy needs of customers.

Jul 8, 2024

transmission upgrades reliability Greater Cambridge Energy Program

Following the recent Energy Facilities Siting Board (EFSB) decision approving the Greater Cambridge Energy Program (GCEP), Eversource and its local partners BXP and the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority are coordinating on planning efforts to begin construction of the first-of-its-kind transmission initiative. Innovatively designed to place a significant amount of needed infrastructure underground and out of sight, GCEP will address the increased electric demand in the region, enhance the resiliency of the transmission system and ensure a flexible grid to reliably serve customers while supporting the decarbonization and electrification goals of both the City of Cambridge and Massachusetts to lessen the impact of climate change.

Jun 25, 2024

Geothermal clean energy award

Affirming its leadership in pursuing innovative decarbonization solutions, Eversource has been recognized with the Environmental Business Council of New England's (EBC) Inaugural Community Choice Award for the energy company’s innovative first-of-its-kind networked geothermal pilot project in Framingham, Massachusetts. The award was presented to Eversource leadership and members of the project team during the EBC APEX Awards Celebration held at the City Winery in Boston on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Jun 17, 2024

heat wave safety reliability

With temperatures expected to be in the 90s along with high humidity over the next several days across the region, air conditioners and fans will be working overtime at many homes and businesses. During the summer months, Eversource customers in Massachusetts use about 40% more electricity to keep cool when the mercury soars. While high electricity usage during a heat wave can put a strain on the electric system, the energy company is prepared to meet the increased demand and its crews are ready to respond to any outages or issues that may arise. Remote system operators are also constantly monitoring the system and are ready to reroute power and shift other resources as necessary.

Jun 6, 2024

energy efficiency

In the almost two years since the commissioning of the Boardwalk Campus in the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District (ABRSD), the district, its students and local taxpayers are reaping the benefits and savings of this all-electric building’s highly efficient design.

Jun 5, 2024

Rates

Eversource electric customers can expect to pay less on the supply portion of their electric bill beginning August 1. Following a Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) order last year aimed at minimizing volatility, periods for the supply portion of the bill have a new schedule that runs August through January and February through July instead of July through December and January through June.

Jun 4, 2024

Geothermal clean energy sustainability

As Massachusetts communities spearhead the delivery of clean energy to help the commonwealth meet its leading decarbonization goals, Eversource is proud to announce the commissioning of its first-in-the-nation networked geothermal neighborhood in Framingham, Massachusetts. Over the course of two heating and cooling seasons, this innovative, community-focused, and eco-friendly pilot project will evaluate whether utility-scale geothermal networks can feasibly and affordably heat and cool homes and businesses in densely populated and mixed-use areas of New England. With the networked geothermal system now up and running, customer conversions will continue through the summer with the official pilot start date for data collection beginning in July.

Jun 4, 2024

Atlantic Hurricane Season storm preparedness safety reliability

With the start of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting an above-normal hurricane season, Eversource is reminding customers about the importance of preparing and planning for severe weather. The NOAA is forecasting up to 25 named storms this season – of those, up to 13 could become hurricanes with winds 74 mph or higher. The changing climate is increasing the frequency and severity of extreme weather around the globe, including here in New England. Eversource works year-round to strengthen the electric grid through upgrades, maintenance, and proactive vegetation management to enhance reliability for customers.

May 30, 2024

sustainability award

For a second consecutive year, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by USA TODAY and Statista Inc. as one of America’s Climate Leaders for 2024. Ranked among the top utilities on the list, this distinction highlights the energy company’s efforts to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions intensity which is rooted in an unwavering commitment to sustainability throughout its operations.

May 22, 2024

Cape Cod Solution transmission offshore wind clean energy reliability

As Cape Cod communities lead the way in facilitating the delivery of clean energy to homes and businesses across New England by supporting the infrastructure needed to connect offshore wind projects to the grid, Eversource is pleased to announce the completion of Phase I of the Cape Cod Solution. Currently one of only two transmission projects underway in New England that will allow for the interconnection of offshore wind, the Cape Cod Solution will enhance reliability for customers, make the system more resilient to storms and other extreme weather, and help meet the commonwealth’s and region’s decarbonization goals while supporting the electrification of the transportation and heating sectors. This co-optimized, multi-phase transmission program involved several components, including the expansion of Eversource’s West Barnstable substation and the installation of an approximately 12.5-mile transmission line. These lines are built with future electric and clean energy interconnection needs in mind, initially operating at 115 kV to immediately enhance service reliability for customers with the capability to increase capacity to 345 kV for the interconnection of clean energy from offshore wind farms as they come online. This initiative improves electric reliability efficiently and cost-effectively on Cape Cod and makes the transmission system more resilient to increasingly extreme weather caused by climate change.

May 21, 2024

energy efficiency Main Streets

As part of its ongoing commitment to helping customers across the commonwealth take control of their own energy use with optimized solutions, Eversource announced it will bring its successful Main Streets program to over 40 Massachusetts communities in 2024. Through Main Streets, the Sponsors of Mass Save®, including Eversource, partner with municipalities to connect small business owners with approved contractors who offer no-cost energy assessments to discuss upgrades that lower energy use and reduce costs.

May 7, 2024

National Electrical Safety Month safety

As the weather warms up and people spend more time outside getting their yards and homes ready for the summer, it’s important to keep safety in mind before taking on that next project, especially when dealing with electricity. In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Eversource is reminding customers that working around electric lines or equipment can be dangerous or even fatal if proper precautions aren’t taken.

Apr 25, 2024

employees award diversity and inclusion

The New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE) Achievement Award honors and celebrates the achievements of women leaders in the energy and environmental fields. This year, our Director of Equity and Environmental Justice Lissette Andino will receive the Achievement Award during NEWIEE’s 13th Annual Awards Gala on April 25 at The Westin Copley Place in Boston.

Apr 1, 2024

transmission reliability

National Grid and Eversource today announced the companies have completed the Woburn to Wakefield Transmission Line Project, bolstering the backbone of the region’s electric transmission grid, making the system more resilient to extreme weather and improving reliability for customers. The project was one of a suite of projects included in the Greater Boston and New Hampshire Solution, which ISO New England selected as a preferred solution to enhance regional electric reliability.

Apr 1, 2024

vegetation management trees donation

As part of its continued commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource is partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to distribute more than 1,000 free trees and shrubs to customers across its three-state service territory through the nonprofit’s innovative Energy-Saving Trees program, including hundreds of plants in Massachusetts. This year, customers in Framingham and West Springfield will be eligible to reserve a complimentary tree or shrub on a first-come, first-serve basis and take advantage of the benefits they provide.

Mar 15, 2024

Mobile Battery reliability sustainability

As part of Eversource’s commitment to advancing clean technologies and exploring innovative ways to help the commonwealth achieve its decarbonization goals, the company is testing a Mobile Battery Energy Storage System (MBESS) as a zero-carbon back-up power source. As part of its MBESS pilot program, the energy company now has two mobile batteries that it is strategically deploying across its Massachusetts service territory, including in environmental justice communities, to provide power to customers while its crews make upgrades or repairs to the electric system that would otherwise require a power outage. Eversource is also charging one of the batteries using a solar array at its Springfield Area Work Center, further enhancing the clean energy applications of the technology.

Feb 21, 2024

National Engineers Week grid modernization reliability

With the frequency, unpredictability and severity of extreme weather including thunderstorms increasing, our team is working every day to fortify our electric system to withstand the worst of climate change. In addition to impacts like drought-stressed trees falling onto our power lines and intense heat waves straining the grid, our substations have been affected by an increase in the occurrence of lightning incidents that were previously a “worst-case” scenario with a 100-year probability. After lightning strikes caused surges that damaged equipment in substations in Western Massachusetts and South Boston within a three-year period, we assembled a team of engineers, supported by substation operating mechanics who respond to damage during storms, to assess the equipment and control systems at all the approximately 600 substations across our service territory in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Feb 15, 2024

energy efficiency

With winter upon us, many may be looking for ways to stay warm and comfortable at home, without running up the energy bill. With longer nights and more time indoors, it’s a good time to incorporate energy-efficient practices that will help keep your energy use down.

Feb 12, 2024

Storm storm preparedness

With a powerful winter storm expected to bring significant snowfall to Massachusetts beginning early morning Tuesday and throughout the day along with potentially hazardous winds into Wednesday, Eversource is ready to respond to any storm-related power outages or damage to the electric system. The energy company is bringing in additional line and tree crews in advance of the storm who will be positioned around the state so that they can quickly and safely respond to any damage or power outages caused by the weather.

Feb 6, 2024

awards

Eversource (NYSE: ES) has again been named among America’s Most JUST Companies, as announced by JUST Capital and CNBC on their “JUST 100" list.

Jan 29, 2024

ESMP grid modernization reliability equity

With a focus on energy equity, environmental justice communities and transparency, Eversource today submitted to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) its final Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP) to modernize the electric distribution system and help meet the commonwealth’s decarbonization goals after incorporating feedback from the Grid Mod Advisory Council (GMAC) and dozens of stakeholders. The energy company’s ESMP is a comprehensive roadmap to transform the region’s power grid, enhance its resiliency and strengthen reliability for customers by increasing renewable energy production and electrifying the heating and transportation sectors. Focused on achieving both equity and clean energy objectives, the ESMP also establishes a Community Engagement Stakeholder Advisory Group (CESAG) and expands efforts for proposed clean energy infrastructure projects to engage all potentially impacted stakeholders.

Jan 18, 2024

Scams safety

As the colder weather arrives in New England, scammers are heating up their efforts. Among their constantly evolving methods, clever imposters are taking advantage of the winter months by posing as Eversource representatives and threatening to disconnect customers’ power unless they make immediate payment on the spot. The energy company is reminding residents and businesses to be on the lookout for the signs of a scam whether it’s in person, over the phone, or online.

Jan 8, 2024

Storm storm preparedness

As New England braces for another significant storm – this one bringing to Massachusetts high winds and heavy, wet snow to certain areas of the state at the onset before transitioning to rain following the weekend snowstorm – Eversource is preparing accordingly. The energy company continues to monitor several weather forecast models and has brought in outside crews to work alongside Eversource lineworkers. Hundreds of line and tree crews will be prepositioned across the commonwealth in advance of the storm so they can quickly respond to any damage or power outages caused by the weather.

Dec 27, 2023

Newsweek award corporate responsibility sustainability diversity and inclusion

To be named once or twice to Newsweek magazine’s—in partnership with global research and data firm Statista—annual list of America’s Most Responsible Companies is an accomplishment. To do it for five consecutive years is a singular achievement that affirms a workplace culture deeply committed to values embracing corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and corporate citizenship.

Dec 20, 2023

Storm storm restoration

Following this week’s violent storm that caused widespread damage across the region, hundreds of Eversource line crews and system operators have been working nonstop and restored power to approximately 225,000 customers since Sunday. The energy company has restored power to more than 99 percent of its customers in Massachusetts and expects to complete substantial restoration this evening. A list of town-by-town estimated times of restoration (ETRs) can be found on Eversource.com. Eversource crews will continue working to restore any remaining scattered outages this evening and will begin a demobilization plan that will enable extra crews to support ongoing storm restoration efforts in Maine.

Dec 19, 2023

Storm storm preparedness

Hundreds of Eversource line and tree crews continue working around-the-clock to make repairs to the electric system and restore power following violent winds and soaking rain across the region. As of 1 p.m. Tuesday, the energy company has restored power to more than 195,000 customers in Massachusetts and continues working to restore about 27,000 customers who lost power during the storm. Eversource expects to complete restoration for most customers by 11 p.m. on Wednesday, with many customers being restored before then.

Dec 18, 2023

Storm

Hundreds of Eversource line and tree crews are working to restore power following the powerful rain and windstorm that hit Massachusetts overnight and this morning causing widespread damage to the electric system and tens of thousands of power outages, primarily caused by downed trees and tree limbs.

Dec 17, 2023

Storm storm preparedness

In advance of the heavy rain and strong winds forecasted for Massachusetts Sunday night through Monday, Eversource continues to closely monitor multiple forecasts and is ready to respond to any potential issues with the electric system. The energy company is positioning line and tree crews across the commonwealth as well as bringing in additional out-of-state crews to respond to any damage or outages caused by the weather. With the recent rainfall in Massachusetts and additional potential heavy rains from this storm, flooding concerns and potential underground issues could be elevated, and Eversource is also taking steps to proactively prepare the underground system. The energy company also sent additional line and tree crews to Martha’s Vineyard with the potential for damaging winds along the Cape and Islands.

Dec 11, 2023

leadership

Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) today announced that Chris Carmody is retiring as Executive Vice President of Human Resources and Information Technology and Susan Sgroi has been elected as her successor, effective January 8, 2024. Carmody has been with Eversource and its predecessor companies for 27 years. She has served in her current role since 2016 and prior to that was the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for 15 years. Chris will continue to serve the company as a non-executive Senior Advisor into 2024.

Dec 8, 2023

Storm storm preparedness preparedness storm prep

With high winds and heavy rain expected to impact all of Massachusetts Sunday night into Monday, Eversource is closely monitoring several weather forecasts and planning accordingly. The energy company is bringing in outside crews to assist with power restoration. Crews are preparing equipment and vehicles and will be strategically pre-positioned in advance of the storm so they can respond when and where needed as quickly as safely possible.

Nov 20, 2023

vegetation management Tree work

As part of its ongoing efforts to reduce tree-related power outages across the commonwealth, Eversource is addressing trees that threaten electric reliability in several communities this year. In West Springfield, the energy company will have trimmed or removed trees along 62 miles of city roads by the end of 2023.

Nov 17, 2023

Energy supply energy costs winter basic service Rates Assistance energy bills

As energy market volatility continues, Eversource customers can expect to pay less this winter than last on the supply portion of their electric bill. Energy prices hit historic highs in New England last year due to international factors that affect the seasonal cost of natural gas, which is used to produce roughly half of New England’s electricity. The energy company has filed new electric supply prices from power generators with the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) that would be 33% lower for residential customers in Eastern Massachusetts and 28% lower in Western Massachusetts compared to last winter.

Nov 15, 2023

trees vegetation management

If there’s one thing our arborists love more than trees, it might be teaching the public how to care for them. So before setting out with our rakes and barrels, we spoke with them to learn more about what our yards need before winter arrives. Here are some of their fall cleanup tips.

Nov 13, 2023

Scams safety

It’s a call or email threatening to shut off power. It’s a fake website hoping to trick people into believing it’s real. Scammers posing as Eversource representatives are using increasingly sophisticated and intimidating tactics to get money and personal information. In advance of Utilities United Against Scams Day, November 15th, Eversource is urging its customers to be vigilant.

Nov 10, 2023

Veterans Day employees veterans

Hundreds of veterans, representing every branch of the U.S. military, work here at Eversource. Along with their honorable military service, these veterans bring an important dynamic to our team as we serve millions of customers across three states. The leadership, discipline, integrity and courage our veterans have shown blends seamlessly to the job they do every day – delivering safe, reliable power even in challenging conditions like severe storms.

Oct 25, 2023

vegetation management safety reliability

On a main street in Easthampton, this massive Elm tree is one of the oldest in the city. It’s also dying and perilously close to the power lines, threatening to damage the electric system as well as being a public safety hazard.