The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities has blocked a proposed winter rate hike by Eversource that was set to take effect on November 1, sparing customers from a 13% increase in their energy bills.
The decision means Eversource’s NStar Gas customers will save approximately $45 million this year. DPU officials said the utility company failed to meet key performance metrics required to justify the increase.
Governor Maura Healey had urged the DPU to closely examine the proposal, citing concerns over affordability and accountability…