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Key Points
- Thanks to energy deregulation in Massachusetts, residents and business owners in Boston can choose their own electricity provider.
- You can discover Boston's best electricity rates from top providers and sign up in minutes with SaveOnEnergy’s free marketplace.
Boston energy FAQs
Energy plans are not one-size-fits-all. The right plan for you will depend on your typical electricity consumption, preferences, and budget. Our energy calculator can help you estimate your usage and choose a plan that fits well.
Once you’ve figured out what you need in a plan, you can use our energy comparison marketplace to find providers that offer those specific plan types and features. For example, consider Constellation Energy if you want a fixed-rate and long-term contract.
Switching to a new energy plan with a lower rate is one way to cut utility costs in Boston. You can also use energy more efficiently, which can reduce your electricity consumption and lower your utility bill. There are many ways to do this, including keeping up with HVAC system maintenance, switching to a smart thermostat, and installing LED light bulbs.
A kilowatt-hour (or kWh) is a unit of measurement used by energy providers. It describes how much electrical power, measured in kilowatts, is used over a given period, measured in hours. For instance, if you run a 1,000-watt (or one kilowatt) appliance for an hour, it would have used one kWh of electricity. If you use a 100-watt light bulb for 10 hours, it would also use one kWh.