October 29, 2024

On June 11 Eversource filed a request to change base electric distribution rates with the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (NHPUC).

This request will be reviewed by the NHPUC, and the approved change in rates may be different from what was requested.

The last time they filed for a rate increase to base distribution rates was in 2019.

Bill Impacts

If Eversource's request is approved, you will see an increase in distribution rates on August 1. This rate can be found within the delivery portion of your electric bill.

A typical small business customer on Default Energy Service would see a total bill increase of approximately 5.72%.

An average medium size business customer on Default Energy Service would see a total bill increase of approximately 2.61%.

Large commercial and industrial customers on Default Energy Service will see a total bill increase approximately 2.03%.

On August 1, 2025, business customers will see an additional increase in distribution rates.

The effect on a typical bill for small business customer will be approximately 6% , which is a total increase of 12% over two years.

Medium sized business customers will see approximately an additional 3%, which is a total increase of approximately 6%.

Large commercial & industrial customers will see an additional 3% which is a total increase of 5% over two years.

You can find your rate type on your bill. Impact will vary based on your rate class and usage..

Visit :   https://www.eversource.com/content/business/account-billing/manage-bill/about-your-bill/nh-rate-changes

Estimated Yearly Increase on the Town Budget based on 2024 usage - $19,200

Cases to watch :

DE 24-070

Public Service Company of New Hampshire d/b/a Eversource Energy

Request for Change in Distribution Rate

Docket No. DE 24-035 Public Service Company of New Hampshire d/b/a Eversource Energy Petition for Approval of Change in Regulatory Reconciliation Adjustment Rate