Massachusetts has a deregulated energy market. Under this system, you count on two parties to provide your power — utilities and suppliers. Unitil is a utility, making them in charge of energy distribution. They control the power lines and ensure energy reaches your home or business. If you run into power line problems or outage issues, you can contact your utility for help.

Your utility is based on where your home or office is. They set their charges to provide your power to you and pass those costs along on your bill. In a regulated market, you would also pay the supply rates your utility provides, and you would not have a choice in the matter. With deregulation, you have a choice. You can choose the company that supplies your electric through the utility. This promotes competition in the market and in the end, customers have a say in who provides their power.

The market changes daily, so there may be an option out there with a lower rate than what you are paying right now. If your contract expires today or two years from today, you can likely lock in a future agreement based on today’s market. Contact our team of energy experts to discuss the best option for you. today!