Press Releases
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PURA Opens Rate Adjustment Proceeding After Federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Today, the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) initiated a proceeding to consider adjustments to rates that may be appropriate for Connecticut customers of regulated utilities, to account for revisions to tax laws—including corporate tax rates--contained in the recently enacted Federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Tax Act).
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PURA to Release Final RFP in Equitable Modern Grid Proceeding on May 6
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PURA Calls for Third-Party Electric Suppliers to Cease Door-to-Door Sales during COVID-19 Crisis
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PURA Investigation Recovers $9.4M for Ratepayers Overbilled by Retail Electric Suppliers
Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) recovered more than $9.4 million for ratepayers following an investigation that found dozens of electric suppliers failed to abide by existing customer protection regulations.
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PURA Releases 2020 Connecticut Public Utility Annual Cybersecurity Report
Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) today released its annual ‘Public Utilities Critical Infrastructure Report’ reviewing 2020 cybersecurity vulnerabilities and policies of regulated electric, gas and water utilities, as well as information pertaining to cyber attacks that occurred in the previous year.
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PURA Ruling Sets Base Rates for Connecticut Water Company Customers
Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) today issued a final decision regarding rate changes for customers of The Connecticut Water Company (CWC) that become effective July 28, 2021. The company provides water and fire protection service to approximately 105,000 customers, or 360,000 people, across 60 communities in the state.
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Senate Reappoints PURA Vice Chairman Betkoski III as Utility Commissioner
The state Senate voted Friday to reappoint John W. "Jack" Betkoski III as one of three commissioners of Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA).The state House of Representatives also recently voted to reappoint Betkoski.
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PURA launches Energy Storage Solutions, a statewide electric storage program for all Eversource and United Illuminating (UI) residential, commercial, and industrial customers in an effort to foster a more reliable and resilient electric distribution system, especially for vulnerable communities.
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Connecticut Launches Statewide Electric Vehicle Charging Program
PURA today announces the launch of a webinar series, in partnership with the state’s electric utilities, as well as additional resources to support the rollout of the statewide Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Program.
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PURA Establishes the Innovative Energy Solutions Program
PURA today established the Innovative Energy Solutions Program as part of its Equitable Modern Grid initiative to encourage development of novel programs, technologies, products and services.
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PURA Releases 2021 Public Utilities Annual Cybersecurity Report
PURA today released its fifth ‘Public Utilities Annual Cybersecurity Report’ reviewing 2021 cybersecurity programs of regulated electric, gas, and water utilities.
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PURA Seeks Input on Management Audits
Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) is seeking public input on the scope of management audits that the Authority has initiated. The Authority will be auditing the management and operations of the three Avangrid companies in Connecticut (United Illuminating, Southern Connecticut Gas, and Connecticut Natural Gas) and has developed a draft Audit Workplan for the audits.
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PURA Urges Safe Digging Practices As Governor Lamont Proclaims April Call Before You Dig Month
In recognition of April as ‘Call Before You Dig Month,’ Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) today reminds homeowners, commercial excavators, and utility operators to practice caution with any digging project by using the e-ticket system at www.CBYD.com or calling 8-1-1 before you dig.