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Hydro-Québec
Drought, Climate Drive Uncertainty on New England Imports from Québec
The impending addition of new export commitments could pose a challenge for Hydro-Québec over the next few years if drought conditions persist.
Dominion Energy
New England OSW Contracts Delayed Again
New England’s offshore wind ambitions were dealt a further setback as contract negotiations under way for most of the past year were extended again, potentially into 2026.
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New Pipelines Unlikely for New England, Experts Say

Despite interest from the Trump administration, new gas pipelines into New England remain unlikely due to a lack of counterparties willing to pay for the new lines, energy industry experts said.

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New England Regulators Weigh Short-term Costs and Long-term Savings

New England utility regulators warned that knee-jerk reactions to backlash over high winter costs could create long-term consequences for customers.

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Regulators Focus on Energy Affordability at NECPUC Symposium

Government officials and industry executives discussed how to mitigate rising energy costs in New England at the NECPUC Symposium.

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Mass. Gov. Healey Introduces Energy Affordability Bill
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has filed a major energy bill that her administration says would save ratepayers $10 billion over the next decade.
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Report Finds Benefits of Pairing Electrification with TOU Rates in Mass.
Time-of-use electricity rates could save Massachusetts ratepayers with electrified heating hundreds of dollars each year per household, according to a report.  
National Grid
Mass. DPU Aims to Align Gas Leak Program with Climate Strategy
The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities has ordered major changes to the state’s program for addressing pipe leaks, aiming to better align the program with its long-term decarbonization strategy.
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State Officials in the Northeast Discuss Interregional Transmission Plan
Officials from members of the Northeast States Collaborative on Interregional Transmission expounded the group’s strategic action plan.
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Massachusetts Lawmakers Focusing on Energy Affordability in 2025
In the wake of skyrocketing energy costs over the past winter and the loss of federal support for state clean energy initiatives, Massachusetts policymakers are facing hard questions about balancing decarbonization with energy affordability.

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