Eversource, a utility company based in New Hampshire, is planning a new project that could ultimately lead to an increase in electricity bills for customers in Connecticut. According to the CT Insider, the project involves the construction of a transmission line that would connect substations in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. While Eversource claims that this project is necessary to ensure reliability and meet demand for electricity, critics argue that it could result in higher costs for Connecticut customers.
The proposed transmission line, known as the Seacoast Reliability Project, is estimated to cost $84 million and would run for 13 miles through New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Eversource asserts that the project is essential to meet the growing demand for electricity in the region and to maintain reliability of the power grid. However, opponents of the project argue that it is unnecessary and could lead to increased costs for consumers in Connecticut.
One of the main concerns raised by critics is the potential impact on electricity rates for Connecticut customers. The state’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) has raised questions about the necessity of the project and its potential cost to ratepayers. Some are calling for a more thorough review of the project before moving forward with construction.
Eversource has defended the project, stating that it is needed to ensure reliable electricity service for customers in the region. The company has emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure to meet growing demand and maintain a reliable power grid. However, the debate over the Seacoast Reliability Project continues, with both proponents and critics voicing their opinions on the potential impact on consumers in Connecticut.
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