Community Power in the News: 2021
- CPCNH
- Nov 4, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: 4 days ago
Recent news stories highlighting CPCNH’s impact, leadership, and community power expansion across New Hampshire.
In 2021, Community Power initiatives in New Hampshire gained significant momentum, with numerous municipalities adopting programs to empower local energy choices and promote sustainability.
2021 News Highlights
📍InDepthNH.org | October 9, 2021 | By Don Kreis
As default electric rates rise steeply, Don Kreis outlines ways residents can gain more control over their energy costs—urging participation in CPCNH to help stabilize rates through community-driven energy procurement. Read More
📍NH Business Review | October 21, 2021 | By Bob Sanders
Thirteen municipalities and Cheshire County officially incorporate CPCNH, positioning it as both a legislative advocate and statewide energy supplier. The coalition could serve 15% of New Hampshire’s population, offering local control, competitive rates, and renewable energy access. Read More
📍New Hampshire Bulletin | July 14, 2021 | By Amanda Gokee
Hanover voters approve a community power plan aimed at accelerating the town’s 100% renewable energy goal by 2030. The decision follows similar moves by Keene and Harrisville and reflects growing statewide support for local energy choice. Read More
📍NHPR | July 13, 2021 | By Rick Ganley & Mary McIntyre
Clifton Below discusses the growing momentum for community power across New Hampshire, highlighting new legislation, expanded net metering, and strong interest from municipalities of all sizes. Read More
📍NHPR | July 12, 2021 | By Daniela Allee
Harrisville becomes the second municipality in the state to approve a community power plan. Town leaders view the program as a pathway to resilience, local renewable energy, and greater control over rising energy costs. Read More
📍Fosters Daily Democrat | July 7, 2021 | By Megan Fernandes
Dover officials consider joining CPCNH to explore local energy aggregation, price stability, and expanded access to renewable power. Leaders cite potential cost savings and greater flexibility as key benefits. Read More
📍New Hampshire Bulletin | May 27, 2021 | By Amanda Gokee
A proposed statewide data platform aims to give communities access to standardized energy usage information—critical for launching and managing local energy projects. Advocates say it could unlock cost savings, transparency, and innovation across New Hampshire. Read More
📍Utility Dive | May 4, 2021 | By Herman K. Trabish
As utilities lower prices, CCAs nationwide are pivoting to emphasize climate leadership and local control. Advocates say CCAs are accelerating the clean energy transition by setting ambitious renewable targets and pressuring utilities to follow suit. Read More
📍NHPR | March 9, 2021 | By Daniela Allee
Lawmakers, utilities, and local leaders reach a compromise on HB 315, preserving core authorities for community power programs and allowing continued innovation. Read More
📍Keene Sentinel | March 4, 2021 | By Mia Summerson
Cheshire County prepares to join CPCNH and launch a county-level energy program, while responding to potential regulatory changes from HB 315. Read More
📍NHPR | February 19, 2021 | By The Exchange
Highlights how Community Power programs give municipalities control over electricity supply and enable investment in local renewable energy. Read More
📍NH Business Review | February 5, 2021 | By Bart Fromuth & Henry Herndon
Bart Fromuth and Henry Herndon urge lawmakers to defend Community Power from HB 315. They highlight the law’s potential to boost local control, innovation, and market competition. Read More
📍NHPR | February 4, 2021 | By Daniella Allee
Lebanon and Hanover become the first municipalities to join CPCNH, aiming to share resources, scale up renewables, and cut energy costs through local aggregation. Read More
📍InDepthNH | January 28, 2021 | By Donald M. Kreis (Opinion Column)
Don Kreis, New Hampshire’s consumer advocate, critiques HB 315 as a utility-backed threat to local energy control. He argues Community Power is key to ending monopoly dominance and modernizing how cities manage electricity. Read More
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