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December 14, 2025

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FERC: New England TOs Must Disclose More Info on Asset Upgrades
Eight New England transmission companies must provide the Maine Office of Public Advocate with more information on asset condition projects placed in service in 2022, FERC has ruled.
Western Maine Energy Storage
Renewables Creating Opportunities for Pumped Hydro in New England
A developer in Maine is evaluating whether pumped storage – one of the oldest generation technologies still used on the New England grid – could play an increased role in the grid of the future.
Nexamp
Study Details Business Case for BTM and FTM Storage in Mass.
A new study looking at the business case for comparable behind-the-meter and front-of-the-meter battery storage systems in Massachusetts found that FTM storage “significantly outperformed” the BTM systems, despite significant programs and incentives supporting BTM storage in the state.
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Massachusetts Seeks 1,500 MW of Mid-duration Energy Storage
The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources and the state’s investor-owned electric utilities have issued a request for proposals to procure up to 1,500 MW of mid-duration energy storage.
Vineyard Wind
Tax Credit Phaseout Threatens Projects, Jobs in New England
The expedited phaseout of federal tax incentives for renewables threatens projects and jobs across the clean energy industry in New England.
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.
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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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Limited Demand for Large-scale Data Centers in New England

New England is unlikely to see the development of large-scale data centers in the next 10 years but likely will see smaller-scale developments, industry experts said at the New England Energy Conference and Exposition.

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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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