Press Releases
General Manager’s Update on HEIRP Progress
Read an update from HMLP’s General Manager on the Hingham Electrical Infrastructure Reliability Project (HEIRP) including the work that has been done so far and what is coming soon.
Notice of Rate Increase – July 1, 2023
HMLP’s electric rates will be changing on July 1, 2023. Please read the attached notice and then reach out to HMLP if you have any questions. State resources are available for those who are financially struggling to pay their bills. You can also visit our “Rates” webpage to learn more about your rate or “How to Read Your Electric Bill” for assistance in understanding where these charges are applied.
MEAM-CES Recognizes HMLP’s Sustainability Coordinator as One of Two ‘Rising Stars’ in 2023
Each year, the Municipal Electric Association of Massachusetts Communications and Energy Services (MEAM-CES) group recognizes the outstanding contributions of members through its “Rising Star” award. The 2023 award recipients are Brianna Bennett (HMLP) and Kyle Holmberg (MGED)
Hingham Light wants to hear your feedback! Take the 2023 Residential Customer Satisfaction Survey
Every household in Hingham that receives an electric bill is encouraged to take the survey, open May 1st to May 29th, and voice their opinions on various topics, including rates, quality of service, renewable energy investments, energy efficiency programs, and rebates.
New HMLP Partnership Helps Hingham Residents Explore Solar Options with Ease and Transparency
The Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (HMLP) has launched a new partnership with Boston-based company EnergySage that will give Hingham residents access to online tools and resources for making informed decisions about clean energy technologies.
Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant Installs FLO EV Chargers
Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant (HMLP) announced it has installed EV charging stations from FLO, a leading North American EV charging network operator and smart charging solutions provider. The collaboration will bring charging solutions to the historic town of nearly 25,000, thanks to a state grant.
EV Charging Stations Installed Around Town, With More To Come
HMLP is thrilled to announce that the construction and installation of four level-2 public access electric vehicle charging stations has been completed! Learn more about where the stations are, how to use them, and what this means for electrification in Hingham.
Feedback Sought on Underground Transmission Line Proposal
Hingham’s municipal electric company is holding a public virtual meeting on Oct. 12 to get feedback from Hingham and Weymouth residents about a proposed project in both towns that is desired to make electric service in Hingham more reliable.
Hingham Light Plant Crew Assisting in Florida in Aftermath of Devastating Hurricane
Three Hingham Municipal Light Plant workers — including a supervisor — are in Bartow, Florida, helping to restore power to that hard-hit community following the devastation wreaked by Hurricane Ian.