Energy & Safety Archives - MAER: The Blog

September 29, 2023September 21, 2023Energy & Safety, Energy Efficiency, Save Money

Get Your Amherst Home Ready for Winter

Don't wait for cold weather to seal and insulated. Get your home winter ready now. Find out the best things to take care of while it's still warm outside.

Is Your Home Winter Ready? It might seem crazy to think about […]

August 24, 2023August 22, 2023Energy & Safety, MA Electric Utility News, Save Money, Smart Homes & Technology

The 7 Must-Do Things When the Power Goes Out in Boston

When summer storms knock out your power, will you be ready? Find out what you need to do to prepare for a blackout and and how you can keep your home and family safe.

Ready for a Power Outage in Boston? Bostonians have come to rely […]

July 28, 2023July 28, 2023Electricity Bill Information, Energy & Safety, Industry News, MA Electric Utility News

How Reliable is the Electricity Grid in MA?

If you're worried about how well the MA electricity grid handles the heat this summer, don't sweat it. We run through how it works so you can keep your cool.

Can MA Electricity Grid Keep Up This year’s hot summer pushes more […]

May 27, 2023May 24, 2023Energy & Safety, Energy Efficiency, MA Electric Utility News, Save Money

How to Report A Power Outage In the National Grid Service Area?

Summer storms have have been known to cause the occaisional power outage in MA. Learn why you should report one and how to be ready to weather a blackout.

Ready for the Next Power Outage in MA? This summer may be […]

May 22, 2023May 22, 2023Electricity Bill Information, Energy & Safety, Energy Efficiency, Save Money

Can Closing Off Unused Rooms Lower My MA Electricity Bill?

New Englanders are gradually using more AC in the summer. Find out why this vent myth can actually add to your MA electricity bill.

Can Closing Vents Save You Money? MA electricity customers are in for […]

April 28, 2023April 26, 2023Consumer Advocacy, Energy & Safety, Energy Efficiency, Green/Renewable Energy, Save Money, Smart Homes & Technology

How to Throw Out Energy Saving Light Bulbs

Energy saving light bulbs help cut your electric bill. Learn the differences between the two major types and which one takes more care to throw away.

Safely Dispose Energy Saving Light Bulbs Many MA electricity customers are searching […]