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Empower Everett

Empowering our residents with electricity choice, renewable energy, and consumer protection.

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Everett is hosting a public hearing on the Municipal Aggregation Plan on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 2 PM. The purpose of the Aggregation Plan is to represent consumer interests in competitive markets for electricity. It’s meant to bring together the buying power of more than 50,000 consumers to negotiate rates for power supply. Eligible residents will be automatically enrolled but can choose to opt out.

If you would like to provide comments via Zoom during the public hearing, please send an email by the close of business (5 PM) on Friday, February 6, 2026, to [email protected] with your name, email address, and mailing address.

You can also provide written comment by close of business (5 PM) on Monday, February 9, 2026. Submit your written comments in PDF format by email attachment to [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected]. In your email, include:

  1. the docket number (DPU 25-162);
  2. the name of the person or company submitting the filing;
  3. a brief descriptive title of the document;
  4. and the name, title, and telephone number of a person to contact if there are questions about the filing.

While email is strongly encouraged, you may send a paper copy to Peter Ray, Secretary, Department of Public Utilities, One South Station, Boston, Massachusetts 02110.

Note: In the interest of transparency, any comments will be posted online as received and without redacting personal information, such as addresses, telephone numbers, or email addresses. Please consider the extent of information you wish to share when submitting comments.

Zoom Meeting Information

Date: Monday, February 9, 2026

Time: 2 PM

Link: Zoom Link

Audio-only Access: 646-931-3860 (not toll-free)

Meeting ID #: 839 9187 7235

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What is the Everett Community Electricity Program?

Empower Everett is a bulk purchasing program (also known as electricity aggregation) that allows the city to secure competitive electricity supply pricing and cleaner energy on behalf of our residents and businesses. This program does not replace your utility (National Grid), which will continue to deliver electricity, maintain the power lines, and handle all billing and outages.

Icons showing green building with windmill and sun labelled "Everett Supplier" connecting to blue tower labelled "National Grid" connecting to red house and building labelled "City of Everett".
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Program Benefits

  • Stable pricing: Multi-year fixed rates that are not subject to frequent changes like utility Basic Service.
  • Cleaner energy: Have the option to add more renewable energy than required by Massachusetts state law.
  • No penalties or fees: You can opt in or out at any time, without penalty.
  • Local impact: Supports renewable energy projects in New England, creating jobs and reducing emissions.

Electricity Options

Our program offers three options so you can choose what’s best for your household or business:

Option
Description
Renewable Content
Best For
Everett Economy
Minimum required renewable content under state law.
State-mandated minimum
Lowest-cost option.
Everett Standard
Default plan for most customers.
[XX]% (includes MA Class I RECs)
Balance of price and sustainability.
100% Green plus
100% renewable electricity, all from New England projects.
100% MA Class I
Supporters of clean energy.

You can switch between plans or opt out at any time.

3 circles with titles 100% Green Plus, Standard, Economy

How the Program Works

  • You will continue to receive one electric bill from National Grid.
  • Your utility will continue to:
    • Maintain the grid
    • Handle service outages
    • Offer low-income discounts and solar billing credits
  • The only change: the electricity supplier and rate listed under the “Supply” section of your bill.
A National Grid bill showing supply details on the 2nd page of bill

Be Aware of Deceptive Sales Tactics

The city will never send someone to your door or ask for your utility account number over the phone. If someone claims to represent the city or your utility:

  • Do not share your account number.
  • Call Police Non-Emergency Line 617-387-1212 or your utility to verify.
  • Report on deceptive practices to:
    • Department of Public Utilities: 617-737-2836 or [email protected]
    • City of Everett Planning Department

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is municipal electricity aggregation?

A state-approved way for cities to negotiate electricity supply rates on behalf of residents and businesses.

2. How can I participate?

Every resident and small business will be automatically enrolled into the program. You can opt out of the program at any time.

3. Is there a cost to participate?

No. There are no enrollment, switching, or termination fees.

4. Will I still be a National Grid customer?

Yes. National Grid will still deliver your power and maintain infrastructure.

5. What if I already have a third-party supplier?

You will not be automatically enrolled. You’ll need to get out of the third-party supplier and manually join the program if you choose.

6. Can I opt out or change plans later?

Yes. You can opt out or switch between program options at any time, without penalty.

7. Does this affect solar net metering or low-income discounts?

No. These benefits remain unchanged.

Take Your Energy Savings Further

Everett’s electricity aggregation program helps you save through lower, more stable rates and cleaner energy. But that’s just the beginning. Through Electrify Everett, the City is making it easier to improve home efficiency, cut costs, and create a healthier, more sustainable future for our community.

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