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Massachusetts Energy Choice

Since 1997, Massachusetts residents have had the power to choose their electricity supplier. Join thousands of MA residents saving on electricity through competitive supplier rates. Same reliable service, lower bills.

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Massachusetts Energy Choice by the Numbers

Massachusetts' electricity deregulation has been providing consumer choice for nearly 30 years

10-15%
Average Savings

Massachusetts residents save on average vs. utility Basic Service rates

2 Utilities
Major Service Areas

Eversource and National Grid serve most of Massachusetts

28 Years
Since 1997

Massachusetts pioneered electricity choice with 1997 legislation

How Massachusetts Energy Choice Works

Understanding the difference between your utility and your supplier

Your Utility Company

You CANNOT change your utility. They own and maintain the power lines, poles, and infrastructure.

Delivers electricity to your home
Maintains power lines and infrastructure
Responds to power outages
Sends you one consolidated bill

Massachusetts Utilities

Your Electricity Supplier

You CAN choose your supplier. They generate or purchase the electricity you use and compete for your business with lower rates.

Generates or purchases electricity
Competes for your business with lower rates
Offers fixed or variable rate plans
Licensed by DPU for consumer protection

Common Suppliers

Constellation Energy, Direct Energy, Verde Energy, Residents Energy, and dozens more DPU-licensed providers

The Bottom Line

Your utility still delivers your power and handles outages. You just choose who supplies your electricity at what rate. It's like choosing your cell phone plan while keeping the same phone towers.

Why Choose Massachusetts Energy Choice?

The benefits go beyond just lower rates

Lower Rates Through Competition

Suppliers compete for your business, driving rates down. Average Massachusetts households save 10-15% compared to utility Basic Service rates.

Fixed Rate Protection

Lock in a fixed rate for 6, 12, or 24 months. Your rate stays the same even when utility rates fluctuate.

100% Renewable Options

Many suppliers offer green energy plans with 100% renewable electricity at competitive rates.

DPU Consumer Protection

All suppliers must be licensed by DPU and follow strict rules. You typically have a 3-day cancellation period and can always return to your utility.

Flexible Contract Terms

Choose the contract length that fits your needs. Month-to-month, 6, 12, or 24-month plans available.

Easy to Switch

Switching is free and easy. No interruption to your service. Your utility handles everything behind the scenes.

Energy Choice Myths vs Reality

Separating fact from fiction about choosing your electricity supplier

MYTH - My power will be less reliable

REALITY

Your utility still delivers your power and maintains all infrastructure. Reliability is 100% the same - only your supplier and rate change.

MYTH - It's too complicated

REALITY

Switching takes 5 minutes online. Your utility handles the switch automatically. You get one bill with both utility delivery charges and supplier generation charges.

MYTH - I'm stuck if I don't like my supplier

REALITY

You typically have a 3-day rescission period to cancel any time. You can always return to your utility's Basic Service rate. At contract end, you can switch suppliers penalty-free.

MYTH - Suppliers aren't regulated

REALITY

All suppliers must be licensed by DPU. They follow strict consumer protection rules, transparent pricing requirements, and contract standards. DPU actively monitors and disciplines suppliers.

MYTH - I need to manually compare rates on Energy Switch MA

REALITY

We automatically compare all Energy Switch MA rates for your exact utility and calculate savings instantly. No downloads, no phone calls, no manual math.

How to Get Started with Energy Choice

Switching to a competitive supplier is easier than you think

1

Find Your Utility

Energy Choice is available from all major Massachusetts utilities:

2

Compare Rates

Enter your ZIP code above to see instant rate comparisons from DPU-licensed suppliers. We show you:

  • Your current utility Basic Service rate
  • Competitive supplier rates (updated daily)
  • Automatic savings calculations for your usage
  • Contract terms, green energy options, and supplier details
3

Choose Your Plan

Select the plan that fits your needs:

  • Fixed Rate: Lock in a rate for 6-24 months (best for budget certainty)
  • Variable Rate: Rate changes monthly (can capitalize on market dips)
  • Green Energy: 100% renewable electricity (help the environment)
4

Enroll Online

Complete enrollment in 5 minutes with just:

  • Your utility account number (from your bill)
  • Service address
  • Contact information
5

Automatic Switch

Your utility handles everything. Within 1-2 billing cycles, your new rate appears on your utility bill. No service interruption, no changes to delivery, just lower rates.

Your Rights as a Massachusetts Energy Consumer

DPU enforces strict consumer protections for Energy Choice participants

3-Day Rescission Period

You typically can cancel any electricity contract within 3 days of enrollment for any reason, no questions asked.

Contract Transparency

Suppliers must provide clear contract terms including rate, length, cancellation terms, and all fees in plain English before you enroll.

Guaranteed Return to Utility

You can always return to your utility's Basic Service rate. Your utility must accept you back with no penalty.

No Service Interruption

Switching suppliers never affects your power delivery. Your utility continues providing reliable electricity regardless of your supplier choice.

DPU Complaint Resolution

If you have issues with a supplier, DPU's Consumer Division (1-877-886-5066) investigates complaints and can discipline or decertify bad actors.

No Switching Fees

It's free to switch suppliers. Your utility cannot charge you to change suppliers or return to their Basic Service rate.

Renewal Notice Requirement

Suppliers must notify you before your contract expires, giving you time to shop for new rates or return to your utility.

DPU Consumer Resources

If you have questions or complaints about Energy Choice:

Massachusetts Energy Choice Terminology

Understanding key terms in Massachusetts' electricity market

Basic Service Rate
Your utility's default electricity supply rate. This is what you pay if you don't choose a competitive supplier. Compare supplier rates against this to see potential savings.
Competitive Supplier
A DPU-licensed company that generates or purchases electricity and sells it to consumers. Also called a "retail supplier" or "alternative supplier."
DPU
Department of Public Utilities - the Massachusetts state agency that regulates utilities, licenses competitive suppliers, and enforces consumer protections.
Supply Charge
The cost of the electricity itself, measured per kWh. This is the only part of your bill that changes when you switch to a competitive supplier.
Delivery Charge
Charges your utility (Eversource or National Grid) collects for delivering electricity through power lines. These don't change when you switch suppliers.
Energy Switch MA
The official Massachusetts government website for comparing electricity suppliers. We display the same DPU-licensed suppliers with real-time rate comparisons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Massachusetts Energy Choice

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