New Hampshire Reforms Regional Grid | Concord News

Concord News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 2m

New Hampshire nearly walked away from the regional electric grid, hoping to slash costs—but a July report revealed staying connected actually saves ratepayers money. Now, instead of going solo, the state is pushing for smarter reforms within the existing New England system, demanding tighter oversight on utility spending—especially on costly transmission upgrades like the controversial X-178 project. With federal approvals often given under a “presumption of prudence,” lawmakers want more accountability. Proposals include restructuring the regional grid operator for greater transparency and…