National Grid’s Service Territory Tops Energy Efficiency Ranking
Massachusetts earns top spot for seventh year, Rhode Island rises to third, and New York lands in seventh
WALTHAM, MASS., September 28, 2017 /3BL Media/ – Once again, the three states across National Grid’s service area — Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York — are all ranked among the top ten for energy efficiency. The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) today released its 2017 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard:
- Massachusetts ranks number one for the seventh year in a row;
- Rhode Island moved up a slot from last year, now landing in third place;
- New York stands in the seventh place on the list.
“This recognition demonstrates the commitment of our partners and our customers in the states we serve,” said Dean Seavers, president, National Grid US. “We’re proud to work together, alongside our communities, toward a clean energy future that leaves no one behind.”
The report names Rhode Island and Massachusetts as top states with utility-sector energy-efficiency programs and policies. Massachusetts and New York are also recognized as leaders in energy-efficient transportation policies for the second consecutive year. National Grid supports our communities in their energy efficiency needs, providing services that translate to huge savings for customers and reducing our collective carbon footprint.
In addition to efficiency efforts, National Grid works with the communities we serve to bring more clean energy to our Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New York customers. To learn more about National Grid’s legacy of energy efficiency and plans for the future, read our eBook, “The Democratization of Energy.”
About National Grid
National Grid (LSE: NG; NYSE: NGG) is an electricity and natural gas delivery company that connects nearly 7 million customers to vital energy sources through its networks in New York, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. It is the largest distributor of natural gas in the Northeast. National Grid also operates the systems that deliver gas and electricity across Great Britain.
Through its U.S. Connect21 strategy, National Grid is transforming its electricity and natural gas networks to support the 21st century digital economy with smarter, cleaner, and more resilient energy solutions. Connect21 is vital to our communities' long-term economic and environmental health and aligns with regulatory initiatives in New York (REV: Reforming the Energy Vision) and Massachusetts (Grid Modernization).
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