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Live Brighter 12
12 MonthsFixed-rate reference plan
17.5¢/kWh
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Massachusetts energy choice
Compare Massachusetts electricity rates with more clarity.
Explore supplier choices, utility territories, contract terms and renewable options for Massachusetts homes and businesses.
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Clear comparisonsReview rates, terms and provider details
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Years of market contextBuilt around energy-choice education
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Savings can varyAlways compare against your current supply rate
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Providers researchedAcross competitive U.S. energy markets
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Clean Energy 12
12 MonthsFixed-rate reference plan
18.5¢/kWh
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CleanSky Fixed 24
24 MonthsFixed-rate reference plan
18.1¢/kWh
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NRG Fixed 12
12 MonthsFixed-rate reference plan
17.9¢/kWh
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Utility territory
Address-level verification recommendedMassachusetts electric utility service area map
Massachusetts investor-owned electric service is primarily provided by Eversource, National Grid and Unitil, while municipal light plants serve additional communities. Your exact delivery utility depends on the service address.
EversourceInvestor-owned electric utility
National GridInvestor-owned electric utility
UnitilInvestor-owned electric utilityFind your exact utilityUse your service address—not only your ZIP—when confirming utility territory. Municipal utilities can differ from surrounding investor-owned service areas.Official Massachusetts lookup →
Electricity suppliers serving Massachusetts markets
Competitive supplier availability varies by utility territory, ZIP code and offer. These cards are designed as provider-research entry points; live eligibility should be confirmed before enrollment.
CleanSky EnergyRenewable-focused electricity supply options.
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Clearview EnergyFixed-rate and renewable plan options in competitive markets.
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ConstellationNational electricity supplier with residential and business offerings.
View provider profile →Direct EnergyLarge retail energy supplier serving multiple competitive markets.
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Green Mountain EnergyRenewable electricity plans and clean-energy choices.
View provider profile →Inspire Clean EnergyClean-energy focused electricity supply plans.
View provider profile →NRG HomeRetail energy options from the NRG family of companies.
View provider profile →How to set up electric service in Massachusetts
If you are moving, establish delivery service with the local utility first. After the utility account is active, eligible customers can review competitive supply products for the service territory.
1Gather your service informationService address, legal name, contact details, requested start date and any utility-requested identification.
2Identify the delivery utilityUse the address to determine whether Eversource, National Grid, Unitil or a municipal utility serves the property.
3Open the delivery accountComplete the utility's start-service process and keep the account number for future supplier enrollment.
4Compare supply optionsReview price per kWh, term, fees, renewable content and renewal terms.
What is Massachusetts Basic Service?
Basic Service is the supply option provided through the electric distribution company for customers who have not selected another eligible supply product. Basic Service prices are periodically updated, so the current figure on your bill is the best starting point for a comparison.
| Compare this | Basic Service | Competitive supplier |
|---|---|---|
| Supply price | Utility-published current rate | Offer-specific rate |
| Term | Changes on utility schedule | Contract term shown in offer |
| Renewable content | Program / statutory mix | Varies by product |
| Delivery utility | Unchanged | Unchanged |
For current Basic Service information, verify directly with the utility or Massachusetts DPU before making a savings claim.
How to switch electricity providers in Massachusetts
Your utility still delivers electricity and handles outages after a supplier switch. The supply portion of the bill is what changes.
- Enter your ZIP code.Start with the service location and identify the correct utility territory.
- Compare plan terms.Review cents per kWh, monthly fees, contract length, renewable content and cancellation terms.
- Choose a plan that fits your usage.A lower headline rate is not always the lowest total cost; read the full offer terms.
- Enroll with accurate account information.Use the account holder name and utility account details exactly as shown on the bill.
- Review confirmation notices.Keep the supplier confirmation and note the expected effective date.
- Verify your next bill.Confirm the selected supplier appears on the supply portion of the bill.
Lower your electricity bill with community solar — check availability
Community-solar availability depends on project capacity, utility territory and program eligibility. Submit the details below for a front-end eligibility request.
Compare home-solar options in Massachusetts
Solar economics depend on roof conditions, electricity use, installer pricing, financing terms, available incentives and utility rules. Compare more than one quote before committing.
Explore solar with a ZIP-based start
- Compare multiple installer quotes
- Review financing and ownership options
- Understand projected savings assumptions
- Check utility and interconnection requirements
How energy choice developed in Massachusetts
Massachusetts restructured its electric industry in the late 1990s, separating competitive generation supply from regulated distribution. Today, eligible consumers in investor-owned utility territories can compare competitive supply products while the local utility continues to deliver electricity.
1997Restructuring legislationMassachusetts established a framework for competitive retail electricity supply.
TodayUtility delivery + supplier choiceUtilities maintain local infrastructure while eligible consumers can compare supply products.
OngoingConsumer-protection rulesSupplier licensing, product disclosures and market rules continue to evolve.
What is the difference between a utility and an electricity supplier?
Maintains poles, wires and meters, responds to outages, delivers electricity and applies delivery charges.
Sets the supply rate and contract terms for a competitive product, where available.
Compare Massachusetts utility context
EversourceElectric delivery service across several Massachusetts territories. Eversource has distinct eastern and western Massachusetts service areas.
View utility information →National GridElectric delivery service in many communities across central, northeastern and other parts of Massachusetts.
View utility information →UnitilElectric delivery service in the Fitchburg-area portion of Massachusetts.
View utility information →Find commercial energy options for your Massachusetts business
Provide basic service-location and usage information for a manually reviewed commercial-energy inquiry.
Green-energy options in Massachusetts
Renewable content can vary considerably by product. Compare the percentage and type of renewable resources, whether the product includes voluntary renewable content above required standards, and the full price and contract terms.
Some competitive products include voluntary renewable energy content beyond minimum requirements.
Some cities and towns operate municipal aggregation programs with default and optional supply products.
Solar can be evaluated separately from retail supply contracts and may involve different eligibility rules.
Massachusetts electricity market FAQs
Can I choose an electricity supplier in Massachusetts?
Eligible customers in investor-owned utility territories can compare competitive supply products. Municipal-light-plant areas may operate differently, so confirm eligibility by service address.
Does switching suppliers change my utility?
No. The local utility continues delivery, metering, infrastructure maintenance and outage response.
What should I compare besides the rate?
Review contract term, monthly fees, cancellation provisions, renewal terms, renewable content and the estimated total cost for your usage.
How do I find my current supply rate?
Check the supply section of your current electric bill and compare that rate with the full terms of any new offer.
Are the plan tiles guaranteed live offers?
No. UtilityProvide uses manually maintained comparison data for educational and referral purposes. Enter your ZIP code and verify the provider's current offer before enrolling.