Eversource Urges Customers to Prepare for Summer Energy Usage
BOSTON — Following a winter increase in natural gas bills attributed to cold weather and high energy consumption, Eversource is advising customers to take measures to manage energy use before the summer.
The company notes that increased use of cooling appliances during summer typically leads to higher electricity bills, even if the Basic Service rate decreases on August 1.
Eversource offers several energy efficiency solutions and financial assistance programs to help customers manage their payments and reduce energy consumption.
Recommended actions for customers to manage summer energy use include:
- Conducting a Home Energy Assessment and weatherizing their homes.
- Setting air conditioners to a warmer comfortable temperature.
- Ensuring unobstructed airflow from vents.
- Using major appliances during cooler parts of the day.
- Keeping blinds closed to block direct sunlight.
- Switching to ENERGY STAR certified LED lights.
- Setting ceiling fans to rotate counterclockwise.
Financial assistance programs available to eligible customers include the New Start Program, Flexible Payment Plans, Budget Billing Plans, a Discount Rate for those receiving public assistance, and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
Eversource encourages customers needing assistance to visit
