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Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP)
Enabling Massachusetts' clean energy and climate goals
What is the ESMP?
Massachusetts’ ambitious climate goals are written into state law and require moving to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The ESMP outlines what electric upgrades and innovations are necessary in the next five years and ten years to put the commonwealth on the path to achieving a clean energy future.
Delivering you the clean energy future
Achieving climate goals means moving away from fossil fuels, and using clean energy to power vehicles and heat and cool buildings instead. This transition will require a significant increase in the amount of electricity used. The average household is expected to use more than twice the amount of electricity after fully converting to electric sources of power.
The ESMP outlines our plan to build the necessary electric transmission and distribution infrastructure to bring that much power to Massachusetts.
How our ESMP Benefits You
Beyond meeting the commonwealth's long term clean energy goals, the ESMP will allow us to:
- Make sure enough power is available whenever you need it through electric grid reliability, safety and resiliency improvements
- Improve air quality due to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants
- Give you more control over your energy use and costs by encouraging the development of new tools and technology
- Prioritize electric grid improvements in designated Environmental Justice Communities
Transparency and Community Input
We believe energy justice, affordability, and reliability goals can be accomplished simultaneously, and we are committed to engaging stakeholders early and often to make sure those potentially impacted by a clean energy transition have their voices heard. We are committed to building relationships and trust by listening, learning and incorporating feedback into our planning process.
We're proud to be a leading member of the Community Engagement Stakeholder Advisory Group (CESAG). In collaboration with members of community-based organizations representing historically underserved communities, the CESAG prioritizes the voices and lived experiences of our customers.
Learn more about our work in the communities hosting new clean energy infrastructure projects.
Read the full plan
We must update the ESMP every five years and submit it to our regulator, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities.