Public Advocacy
The Coalition represents consumer interests and the collective voice of its Community Power municipal members before state policymakers and state regulatory agencies, including the Public Utilities Commission and New Hampshire Department of Energy.
Changes in law and regulations that adversely impact Community Power programs are a source of risk for the Coalition and its Members. Furthermore, extending and maintaining the full range of benefits that Community Power could create for customers will require informed participation and advocacy on energy issues at the Legislature and Public Utilities Commission. You can track active legislation, find your state legislators, and sign up for legislative action alerts to get involved.
The Coalition’s regulatory and legislative engagement is guided by the understanding that we can achieve common sense, consumer-friendly policies and regulations that recognize the value of local decision making — when we speak with one voice.
Webinar: 2026 Legislative Preview
Dec. 5, 10-11:30AM
Online – Register to Attend
What energy policy debates are on the horizon for New Hampshire’s next legislative session?
Join CPCNH on December 5 for an exclusive preview of key proposals that could shape the state’s energy future. Topics will include potential re-regulation of utility-owned generation, the creation of a statewide power agency, storage eligibility for net metering and more, and legislation to enable towns to establish revolving funds for Community Power programs. Hear from a panel of expert CPCNH team members and partners as they lay out what's at stake and how to ensure your voice is heard in the next legislative session.
Legislative & Regulatory Engagement
Legislative & regulatory advocacy is grounded in the NH Constitution, statutes, and policy, which favor competition & customer choice for electricity supply and related service & flows from CPCNH's Regulatory and Legislative Affairs Committee Charter.
Charter objectives:
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Advancing Community Benefits through Open Access to the Electric System
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Free market competition to achieve affordable, equitable, and sustainable energy transition
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Increasing Innovation through Local Control, Equity, & Community Development
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Local control and autonomy to achieve innovation and value creation
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Enforcement of Laws, Market Rules, and Regulations
Join the Movement for Energy Choice in New Hampshire
Informed, unified advocacy is essential to protecting Community Power programs and advancing common-sense, consumer-focused energy policy in New Hampshire.