For readers in Connecticut, this page covers electric, gas, water, phone and internet utilities across the state. Reporting follows rate cases, grid reliability, infrastructure projects and the regulators who oversee them.
Regulators approved a five-tier discount program for residential gas heating customers of three utilities in Connecticut.
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November 4, 2026
Regulators Fine Two Gas Utilities Over Safety LapsesConnecticut Natural Gas and Southern Connecticut Gas face penalties after improper pressure testing and a faulty pipe fitting installation.
October 27, 2026
Connecticut Towns to Plan Housing by June 2028State municipalities will coordinate with regional authorities to identify new housing development zones.
October 27, 2026
Eversource Installs New Safety Manhole CoversNew hardware prevents covers from being propelled into the air during underground pressure releases.
October 21, 2026
Ryan Fazio Outlines Connecticut Gubernatorial PlatformState Senator Ryan Fazio proposes tax and regulatory reforms to address Connecticut's high costs of living.
October 15, 2026
Eversource Sues Over Storm Cost ReimbursementThe utility company is challenging a regulatory decision to cut over $500 million from its requested storm expense recovery.
October 8, 2026
United Illuminating Appealed Transmission Line DenialThe utility filed a legal challenge against a state council's decision to reject a $300 million infrastructure project.
October 8, 2026
Eversource CEO Halted Connecticut InvestmentsThe utility executive announced a pause on spending following regulatory disputes with state officials.
September 30, 2026
Judge Dismissed Consumer Claim Against Connecticut Water Co.A state judge ruled that customers cannot pursue unfair trade practices claims alongside existing product liability litigation.
September 24, 2026
Connecticut Selected New Solar Energy ProjectsThe state partnered with two neighbors to procure over 60 megawatts of new solar power capacity.
September 24, 2026
Eversource Staged Crews for Approaching StormThe utility provider has mobilized outside personnel across Connecticut to prepare for potential power outages.
Regular subjects here include rate increase requests, storm and heat-related outages, water system quality, broadband buildout in rural towns and utilities' renewable energy plans. Coverage reaches from the state capital out to the rural towns and shoreline communities served by these providers. Connecticut's dense coastal population and aging infrastructure make storm resilience a recurring concern. Rising rates and the pace of grid modernization are the two issues that most often connect one story to the next.
