Grid Modernization Plan

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) must direct each electric utility to develop a modernization plan to upgrade electricity distribution and transmission systems. Plans must include, among other things, a discussion on how distribution system improvements will facilitate transportation electrification. Utilities must update their plans every five years.

(Reference Session Law Chapter 179, Section 92C, 2022 and Massachusetts General Law Chapter 164, Section 92C)