Connecticut Investigates Drivers of Rising Energy Costs in New England
What happened
A study commissioned by the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters, conducted by the University of Connecticut’s Center for Economic Analysis, examined energy costs in the state. The resulting report, titled “How Did We Get Here? Connecticut Powers New England,” argues that the rise in electric bills is due to factors beyond the shift to renewables. The findings point to the natural gas buildout and the infrastructure needed to transport gas-fired electricity across the region, including exports from Connecticut.
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Why it matters
The report found that in 2012, Connecticut initiated an expansion of natural gas use. Between 2014 and 2024, natural gas used for electricity generation increased by 87%. By 2024, Connecticut was generating nearly 45% of all electricity produced in New England, more than any other state.
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Who's involved
- New EnglandRegion of the northeasternmost United States affected by cost increases.
- ConnecticutState of the United States of America experiencing high residential electric rates and regional infrastructure burdens.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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The state of Connecticut might face financial strain due to high residential electric rates and the burden of regional transmission costs.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- GMF manages conservation easements in New England, a region that includes the state of Connecticut.Sub-event
Cost increases due to shared infrastructure and production costs are impacting the region.1 source
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The entities involved
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New England
region of the northeasternmost United States
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Connecticut
state of the United States of America