CEA Northeast

In 2015, limited natural gas supplies pushed the region’s prices 50% higher than the national average, while electricity rates were two-thirds higher across New England. CEA Northeast is dedicated to expanding infrastructure and diversifying the region’s energy supplies to decrease costs for families, small businesses, and manufacturers who depend on reliable, affordable energy.

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There’s Low-cost Energy to Be Had, but Not for New England

As New England prepares for another uncertain winter, CEA's Marc Brown explores the policies that are causing the region's electricity bills to surge ahead...
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Offshore U.S. Oil and Gas Is Critical to Lowering Energy Prices

CEA President Holt examines the history of offshore leasing for energy exploration and production and how freezing federal lease sales leads to higher gas...

CEA Launches “Power On New England” Campaign

BOSTON — Following recent reports that it’s getting harder for New England utilities to warm consumers and power energy-intensive industries during frigid days when...
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Lend a Hand and Help Build a Pipeline

CEA President David Holt addressed how obstructing responsible infrastructure development and maintenance harms America's hardworking laborers, families, and small businesses. Hating pipelines – and energy...
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Northeast Natural Gas Market Continues to Battle to Grow

CEA's Brydon Ross was quoted discussing the need for critical energy infrastructure in New England. According to Brydon Ross, CEA’s vice president for state affairs...
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Minnesota Mining Ban Hurts America’s Environmental Progress

Hampering American Mining Puts America’s Environmental Goals in Foreign Hands WASHINGTON, D.C. - Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate for families...
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Rhode Island Energy Costs Among the Worst in Nation

Brydon Ross, CEA Vice-President of State Affairs, discusses why Rhode Islanders face residential electricity rates 69% higher than the national average. These prices are the...
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Give New Leadership and Energy a Chance

CEA President David Holt was featured in RealClear Energy discussing the results of the 2016 Presidential Election and its impact on energy policy. The silent...
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Groups File Competing Proposals in NH Net Metering Debate

As the leading national advocate for families and small businesses impacted by energy costs, Consumer Energy Alliance has been fighting for fair accessible and...
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Electric Grid in Massachusetts Is Not Ready for the Future

CEA Northeast Executive Director Marc Brown discusses the importance of siting reforms to ensure Massachusetts remains economically competitive and the lights stay on for...