Fix the Grid https://fix-the-grid.org/ Accelerating a just transition to a democratic, transparent and renewable electric grid Tue, 27 May 2025 15:36:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://i0.wp.com/fix-the-grid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/fix-the-grid-v5.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Fix the Grid https://fix-the-grid.org/ 32 32 220159544 MA DPU public sessions: https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/05/27/ma-dpu-public-sessions/ Tue, 27 May 2025 15:36:31 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2877 The MA Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is hosting technical sessions and public hearings on several open dockets. Listed below are some proceedings that might be of interest. A detailed list of all upcoming events is available here – https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-public-utilities/events?_page=1# The Department requires the state’s gas local distribution companies to submit CCPs every five years […]

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]]> The MA Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is hosting technical sessions and public hearings on several open dockets. Listed below are some proceedings that might be of interest. A detailed list of all upcoming events is available here – https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-public-utilities/events?_page=1#

  1. Climate Compliance Plans (CCP) Public Hearings (DPU 25-40 through 25-45) – June 4 (2:00 – 3:00 pm) | June 5 (7:00 – 8:00 pm)

The Department requires the state’s gas local distribution companies to submit CCPs every five years to help achieve the state’s Target 2050 Climate Goals, starting this year. 

  1. Energy Burden TDR Model Technical Session (DPU 24-15) – June 10 (10:00 – 5:00 pm)

The DPU’s Energy Burden docket focuses on energy affordability for ratepayers here in Massachusetts and is a top priority for the DPU to help ease the impact of the rising costs associated with the transition to clean energy.  The technical session will examine the proposed model of three different discount rates for six income-based tiers for low-income electric customers.

  1. Eversource Seasonal Heat Pump Rate Public Hearing (DPU 25-55) – June 12 (6:00 – 7:00 pm)

The Department is conducting a virtual public hearing to receive comments on Eversource’s proposed residential seasonal heat-pump rate for eligible customers for the 2025-2026 winter heating season.

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]]> 2877 WBUR Festival: https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/05/27/wbur-festival/ Tue, 27 May 2025 15:26:47 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2873 This weekend, WBUR is having a big event to celebrate their 75th anniversary. And I’m excited to share that I’m speaking on a panel at the festival, titled “Climate and Clean Energy in an Age of Uncertainty”! I’ll be speaking alongside Secretary Rebecca Tepper (MA Energy and Env Affairs) and Dan Dolan (New England Power Generators […]

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]]> This weekend, WBUR is having a big event to celebrate their 75th anniversary. And I’m excited to share that I’m speaking on a panel at the festival, titled “Climate and Clean Energy in an Age of Uncertainty”! I’ll be speaking alongside Secretary Rebecca Tepper (MA Energy and Env Affairs) and Dan Dolan (New England Power Generators Association). The panel is on Friday, May 30th at 2pm – more details here. Hope to see you there! It’s a great festival lineup, well worth a ticket!

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]]> 2873 ISO-NE Fails https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/05/22/iso-ne-fails/ Thu, 22 May 2025 15:49:29 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2869 ISO-NE received a failing grade in a new national report, confirming what frontline communities have experienced for years – decisions are made behind closed doors and slowing our transition to clean energy.

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]]> ISO-NE received a failing grade in a new national report, confirming what frontline communities have experienced for years – decisions are made behind closed doors and slowing our transition to clean energy.

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]]> 2869 Consumer Liaison Group: https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/05/14/consumer-liaison-group/ Wed, 14 May 2025 16:48:46 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2853 The next CLG meeting is coming up fast, on June 4th 12-3:30pm in Springfield! The topic of this meeting will be governance reform, and we’ll be discussing our recent scorecard among other things. You can register here to attend in person, or join virtually!

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]]> The next CLG meeting is coming up fast, on June 4th 12-3:30pm in Springfield! The topic of this meeting will be governance reform, and we’ll be discussing our recent scorecard among other things. You can register here to attend in person, or join virtually!

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]]> 2853 Tour ISO-NE Headquarters: https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/05/13/tour-iso-ne-headquarters/ Tue, 13 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2875 The day after the Consumer Liaison Group meeting, ISO-NE is offering an opportunity to tour their headquarters in Holyoke and also learn some energy markets 101. The training will cover New England Power Pool participation, a regional update on grid conditions and ongoing system planning, and a presentation from a wholesale electricity markets subject matter expert. A […]

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]]> The day after the Consumer Liaison Group meeting, ISO-NE is offering an opportunity to tour their headquarters in Holyoke and also learn some energy markets 101. The training will cover New England Power Pool participation, a regional update on grid conditions and ongoing system planning, and a presentation from a wholesale electricity markets subject matter expert. A great chance to learn more about our grid, for all levels of knowledge! The training will run from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., with an optional lunch and control room tour to follow. If you want to join the tour, email Sarah Adams at ISO-NE (sarahadams@iso-ne.com) by end of day May 28th with your full name as it appears on your ID for security and whether you will stay for lunch and/or the control room tour.

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]]> 2875 (MA) Grid Equity Act Stakeholder Meetings: https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/04/20/ma-grid-equity-act-stakeholder-meetings/ Sun, 20 Apr 2025 19:23:57 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2842 The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) invites you to stakeholder sessions to discuss siting and permitting changes under the 2024 Grid Equity Act. These sessions will provide an opportunity to review straw proposals, offer feedback, and ask questions. There will be three hybrid sessions and one virtual stakeholder session. The dates, topics covered in each […]

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]]> The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) invites you to stakeholder sessions to discuss siting and permitting changes under the 2024 Grid Equity Act. These sessions will provide an opportunity to review straw proposals, offer feedback, and ask questions. There will be three hybrid sessions and one virtual stakeholder session. The dates, topics covered in each session, interpretation, and accommodations available are posted here and in the attached notice.

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]]> 2842 MA Indigenous Legislative Agenda —  https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/03/24/ma-indigenous-legislative-agenda/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:16:23 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2833 For too long, Indigenous voices have been ignored in Massachusetts policies. Now, we have the chance to make real change. Our Indigenous-led coalition is pushing for five critical bills that will protect Native heritage, improve education, and end outdated racist practices. Your voice can help get them passed! Please contact your legislators today to ask […]

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]]> For too long, Indigenous voices have been ignored in Massachusetts policies. Now, we have the chance to make real change. Our Indigenous-led coalition is pushing for five critical bills that will protect Native heritage, improve education, and end outdated racist practices. Your voice can help get them passed!

Please contact your legislators today to ask them to co-sponsor our agenda!

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]]> 2833 Whither the NE Clean Energy Transition in the Aftermath of the Administration’s Assault https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/02/18/whither-the-ne-clean-energy-transition-in-the-aftermath-of-the-administrations-assault/ Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:30:33 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2806 On Friday, February 14, 2025, the Fix the Grid Technical Committee hosted a panel discussion on the impact of the Trump administration’s energy policies on renewable energy development. The panelists were Tyson Slocum, Energy Program Director, Public Citizen; Russ Aney, Parallel Products Solar Energy; and Joe LaRusso, Senior Advocate and Manager of the Clean Grid […]

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]]> On Friday, February 14, 2025, the Fix the Grid Technical Committee hosted a panel discussion on the impact of the Trump administration’s energy policies on renewable energy development. The panelists were Tyson Slocum, Energy Program Director, Public Citizen; Russ Aney, Parallel Products Solar Energy; and Joe LaRusso, Senior Advocate and Manager of the Clean Grid Program, Acadia Center.

Tyson Slocum highlighted the January 20 energy emergency declaration, which targets renewables and could hinder state policies promoting clean energy. Russ Aney noted the uncertainty and potential cuts to tax credits, particularly the 30% investment tax credit for solar, which could stall projects. Joe LaRusso mentioned the impact on offshore wind projects, with 2.5 GW already permitted and 6 GW unlikely to proceed. The tariffs on steel and aluminum could increase energy costs, hindering the transition to clean energy. Discussion followed.

An edited transcript of this meeting is available here.

Subsequent to the meeting, Tyson Slocum published a hard-hitting response to Trump’s emergency energy resolution that is available on the Public Citizen website here.


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]]> 2806 (CT) Community Engagement Workshops for PURA: https://fix-the-grid.org/2025/02/04/ct-community-engagement-workshops-for-pura/ Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:05:09 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2790 Nonprofit Accountability Group (NAG) is excited to invite you to apply to participate in a paid workshop series hosted by NAG in association with Dr. Mark Mitchell and Attorney Cynthia Jennings! This opportunity is designed to support your engagement in the upcoming public utility public meetings hosted by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA). Apply here. […]

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]]> Nonprofit Accountability Group (NAG) is excited to invite you to apply to participate in a paid workshop series hosted by NAG in association with Dr. Mark Mitchell and Attorney Cynthia Jennings! This opportunity is designed to support your engagement in the upcoming public utility public meetings hosted by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA). Apply here. Contact Tenaya Taylor for any questions 860-840-7287 info@naghartford.org

  • Schedule: All workshops will take place on Saturdays starting February 8th, 2025. Compensation: Participants will receive $25/hour for their time.
  • Bonus: A $100 bonus will be awarded for perfect attendance at all workshops. 
  • Lunch provided at every session.
  • Childcare and transportation assistance available via stipends.

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]]> 2790 (FERC) Office of Public Participation (OPP) https://fix-the-grid.org/2024/12/24/ferc-office-of-public-participation-opp/ Tue, 24 Dec 2024 19:47:01 +0000 https://fix-the-grid.org/?p=2782 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) Office of Public Participation (OPP) recently released the educational video “FERC’s Role in Regulating the Construction of Interstate Natural Gas Transmission Pipeline Projects” that explains the three phases of interstate pipeline construction: what happens after FERC authorizes a pipeline and before construction begins, FERC’s role during construction, and FERC’s role after construction is complete.

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]]> Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) Office of Public Participation (OPP) recently released the educational video “FERC’s Role in Regulating the Construction of Interstate Natural Gas Transmission Pipeline Projects” that explains the three phases of interstate pipeline construction: what happens after FERC authorizes a pipeline and before construction begins, FERC’s role during construction, and FERC’s role after construction is complete.

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