Commercial Energy in Boston, MA

Commercial electricity in Boston averages approximately 18.8¢/kWh based on Massachusetts state data (EIA 2025 commercial sector averages). Your actual rate depends on your utility rate schedule, demand charges, power factor, and in deregulated markets, your chosen retail supplier. Contact Eversource Energy or a licensed energy broker for current quotes.

The primary commercial electric utility in Boston is Eversource Energy (formerly NSTAR). Boston is in a deregulated market — your utility handles wires/delivery while you can choose your own retail electricity supplier for the commodity portion of your bill.

Boston businesses are eligible for federal incentives including the 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar and battery storage, the 179D tax deduction (up to $5.36/sqft for energy-efficient commercial buildings), and the 40% bonus depreciation for qualifying equipment in 2026. Massachusetts state incentives through DSIRE apply. Your utility — Eversource Energy — may also offer direct rebates for qualifying commercial efficiency upgrades. Use our Incentive Finder for a personalized list.

Yes. BERDO — Building Energy Reporting and Disclosure Ordinance applies to Buildings ≥20,000 sqft in Boston. Boston's BERDO (2013, significantly updated 2021) applies to existing buildings ≥20,000 sqft. Annual ENERGY STAR benchmarking required. Updated 2021 BERDO 2.0 adds emission performance standards with compliance beginning 2025, on a trajectory toward building carbon neutrality. Non-compliance can result in financial penalties. Work with a qualified energy auditor or consultant to assess your building's current performance and compliance pathway.

Yes. C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing is available in Massachusetts. C-PACE allows Boston commercial property owners to finance energy efficiency, solar, storage, and resiliency improvements with repayment attached to the property via a special assessment — enabling 100% upfront financing with repayment spread over 10–30 years.