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How 1.5M New Electric Vehicles In Massachusetts Will Affect The Power Grid Through 2033

08 May 2024 | Abstracted from MassLive

"..the region's power grid operator predicted a steady increase in electricity consumption in New England from now through 2033, to the tune of 17%, driven primarily by building and transportation electrification.

"...overall electricity use in New England is expected to increase from 119,179 gigawatt-hours to 140,001 gigawatt-hours...grid operator predicts that energy efficiency programs, such as Mass Save, participating in the region's wholesale electricity markets will reduce electricity use by 11,210 gigawatt-hours in 2033."

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