For More Information Contact: 

Mariel Marchand

Power Supply Planner

mariel.marchand@capelightcompact.org

508-375-6623

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release June 09, 2025

CAPE LIGHT COMPACT ANNOUNCES NEW RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC RATES FOR THE SUMMER SEASON

South Yarmouth, MA – Cape Light Compact has set the electricity supply rates for its renewable aggregation power supply program for the upcoming pricing term that begins with the July 2025 meter read dates through January 2026 meter read dates for residential and commercial customers. The Compact’s new residential pricing will be 13.219 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) which is  approximately 1.6 cents per kWh lower than Eversource’s recently announced basic service supply pricing. Despite being below basic service, the Compact’s new rate is approximately 1 cent per kWh higher than their current rate. This increase is primarily due to higher energy market prices for the term .

Cape Light Compact power supply customers should see this price reflected on the electric utility bills that they receive in August. If you are unsure whether you are on the Compact’s supply, check the “Supply” section of your most recent electric bill. If the supplier is listed as NextEra Energy Services, you are enrolled in the Compact’s supply program. If you have a different supplier and wish to switch to the Compact’s supply, customers may do so by calling 1-800-381-9192.

“The Compact is dedicated to securing competitive rates for Cape and Vineyard electric customers. While these rates are a slight increase over the previous term, they are still lower than our competitors” said Maggie Downey, the Compact’s Chief Administrative Officer. She continues, “The most effective way to offset higher energy costs is to participate in the Compact’s energy efficiency programs. A properly insulated home can help customers reduce energy usage year-round.”

Residential and commercial customers, including renters, can begin with a no-cost Energy Assessment to identify energy-saving opportunities and qualify for incentives on efficiency upgrades. The Compact, the Cape and Vineyard’s Sponsor of Mass Save®, offers significant rebates on insulation, air sealing, heat pumps, and other upgrades to make buildings more efficient and comfortable for all seasons. Additionally, income-qualified customers may receive incentives of up to 100% of the cost of weatherization and other upgrades.

There are many resources for those who need assistance paying their energy bills. Customers can explore billing and payment options including gas and electric discount rates, fuel assistance, and arrearage forgiveness programs. Contact information for billing and payment assistance programs can be found below.*

To learn more about Cape Light Compact’s Energy Efficiency programs, customers can visit Capelightcompact.org/Energy_efficiency or call 1-800-797-6699.

Cape Light Compact Power Supply Pricing

In addition to the standard renewable power supply product, the Compact offers two CLC Local Green℠ options. CLC Local Green℠ allows customers to choose to have 50 or 100% of their electricity use matched with additional Massachusetts Class 1 RECs. These RECs allow for customers’ electricity usage to be matched with certificates from renewable energy generated in New England. While the standard power supply program helps directly finance new renewable energy projects, CLC Local Green℠ goes above and beyond to provide additional support for local renewable energy development in New England. Pricing for CLC Local Green℠  50 includes a premium of 1.0 cent per kWh above the standard power supply price, and CLC Local Green℠ 100 includes a premium of 3.0 cents per kWh.

The Compact’s new commercial rate for July 2025 meter read dates through January 2026 meter read dates will be 13.253 cents per kWh, and the industrial rate for the period of July 2025 meter read dates through October 2025 meter reads dates will be 12.493 cents per kWh.

Customers not currently receiving their power supply from Cape Light Compact or who wish to opt in to the CLC Local Green℠ program can do so online at www.capelightcompact.org/power-supply or by calling the Compact’s power supply provider, NextEra Energy Services, at 1-800-381-9192.

*Billing and payment assistance:

For help managing past due electric bills:
Call Eversource at (866) 315-2496 and ask about their new Arrearage Forgiveness Program

To inquire about natural gas discount rates:
Call National Grid at (800) 532-9600

To inquire about electric discount rates:
Call Eversource at (800) 592-2000

To apply for fuel assistance:
Contact South Shore Community Action Council