Electricity Options in Beverly
Did you know, you can select your electric supplier?
There are two parts to your electric bill:
“Delivery Services” - In Beverly, National Grid will always “deliver” your electricity
“Supply Services” - you can pick who “supplies” your electricity
Why have a different “supplier” than National Grid’s basic rate?
The price (per kWh*) and how the electricity is generated can differ depending on where it’s purchased (i.e., the supplier).
As with all other purchasing choices, you can decide how clean (or environmentally friendly) your electricity is while also seeing the corresponding rates.
What are my Supplier options?
The City of Beverly has negotiated Beverly Community Electric rates. This is a group electricity buying program for Beverly residents and businesses. Besides National Grid’s Basic Resident rate, Beverly Community Electric offers additional options for the Electricity Supply part of your National Grid bill: Rates for 2025
Or you can shop around for private electricity suppliers to sign an annual contract - we recommend these two websites:
Energy Switch Massachusetts, a reputable site showing power options. Read the terms carefully.
If you decide on a private electricity supply contract, look for their 100% renewable*** options. Please note the contract terms and any cancellation fees. If you do sign up for one of these, make sure to mark your calendar for when you need to renew or cancel!
Who is my current Supplier?
See this page from the Beverly Community Electric website see where Suppliers are listed on an electric bill.
And remember, National Grid will never visit or call you to talk about your electric bill!
If you have questions
Fill out our google form and we will get back to you.
Come see us in the community to ask questions.
See our “Office Hours” calendar for where we will be.
Resource: What do I need to know about my electric supply options in Massachusetts?
Definitions:
*kWh: Kilowatt-hour, a basic unit of electricity used.
** Clean Electricity definition: It is electricity that is generated without polluting the environment. It can come from renewable energy sources like solar, wind, water, geothermal, and biomass.
***Renewable: electricity generated from resources that are naturally replenished and readily available, like solar and wind power, rather than fossil fuels.