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Miriam Wasser
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Climate and energy reporter for WBUR, Boston's NPR.
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Quite a few people, actually. I talked to several MA residents who said they don't think lithium-ion batteries are safe, and that we shouldn't build BESS projects anywhere in the state.
November 20, 2025 at 1:48 PM
I think all the utilities share this info through Mass Save. If you think you qualify for the HP rate but haven't received an email or paper confirmation, you should reach out to Eversource. www.eversource.com/residential/...
Heat Pump Rate
If you use a heat pump to heat all or part of your home, you can take advantage of a new, reduced distribution and transmission rate during the winter months.
www.eversource.com
October 31, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Great! Please keep me posted!
October 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Hmmm. According to the state, the VAST majority of people who have heat pumps got them in 2019 or later and will be enrolled automatically. For those who got a heat pump before 2019, the utilities have directions online for how to sign up. (Are you in this category? Let me know how the sign up goes)
October 31, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Hi, correct. This rate only applies to Eversource, National Grid, and Unitil electric customers.
October 31, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Miles is correct. The discount applies to all electricity you use.
October 31, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Are you signed up?

Did you expect to be automatically enrolled and haven't received a notification?

Did you sign up manually -- and if so, how was the process?

Let us know in the comments
October 31, 2025 at 12:49 PM
I know that feeling well! Good luck!
October 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM