Commentary: Restoring energy sanity: New Hampshire must break free from utility-driven costs

By: Bart Fromuth

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: August 31, 2026

Words: 776

Last Updated: 9 hours, 1 minute ago


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New Hampshire residents and businesses are feeling the pressure of what can only be described as an energy squeeze. Rising electricity and fuel costs are hitting household budgets and cutting into already thin business margins. For many, energy has become one of the most unpredictable and burdensome expenses they face.

These rising costs aren’t happening in a vacuum either. Global instability continues to affect fuel supply and pricing, while New England’s rigid energy structure limits …

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