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Charlestown Energy Project 

Upcoming Event

Please join us at the Charlestown Neighborhood Council meeting on Tuesday, December 2, at 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street.

Learn about the project and the need for new electrical infrastructure, share your thoughts and ask questions.  

For simultaneous translation during the meeting, please fill out this form by Wednesday, November 26.  

Why Are We Doing This Project?

Charlestown's growth is driving an increased need for reliable electricity. To meet this demand and keep homes, businesses and critical facilities powered, we're strengthening the existing electric grid.

This project includes constructing a new substation and installing underground transmission lines to enhance reliability. We will be working in collaboration with the community and guided by our commitment to equity. 

This project is also part of our Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP), a 10-year plan to support a statewide initiative to modernize the grid, support Massachusetts’ clean energy goals, and expand the capacity of the electrical infrastructure. 

This project is designed to deliver: 

  • Reliability – The ability to meet the electric demand and energy requirements of our customers without service interruptions. 
  • Resiliency - The ability to strengthen the power grid to provide protection from extreme weather. 
  • Clean energy – Connecting a growing number of clean resources to the grid and ensuring readiness to meet an increased electric demand. 

Want to learn more about how the electric grid works? Check out our electrical terminology guide and watch this video to gain additional insight into how the electric grid works. 

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When Is The Work Being Done?

  • Planning and site evaluation: 2025-2026*
  • Engineering and design: 2026-2027*
  • Siting and permitting: 2027-2028*
  • Construction and restoration: 2029-2033*
  • Projected in-service date: 2033*

*Subject to change

Community Engagement

We are committed to working in partnership with Charlestown throughout every phase of this project. Our engagement approach ensures that residents, business owners and community leaders stay informed and involved. 

We will be in your neighborhood sharing updates, listening to feedback and answering questions.

Community meeting presentations and other documents (files are PDF format): 

Have Questions?

Keeping the lines of communication open is an important part of our work in your community, and you can provide feedback to our project team. 

For more information about this project, please read our frequently asked questions, call the project information hotline at 1-833-836-0302 or email ProjectInfoMA@eversource.com.

If you need this information in a different language, please email ProjectInfoMA@eversource.com.