City presentation outlines Laconia Community Power program, citing small per-kWh savings and opt-out process
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Freedom Energy Logistics presented a community aggregation plan with a 7‑month supply at 10.286¢/kWh (vs. Eversource 11.303¢/kWh) and an opt-out postcard sent Feb. 20; councilors questioned savings magnitude and opt-out timing before April meter reads.
LACONIA — Freedom Energy Logistics described the city’s community aggregation effort and the supplier contract the company procured for a 7‑month April–November supply period.
Howard Plant of Freedom Energy Logistics said the procured supply rate from Direct Energy/NRG is 10.286¢ per kilowatt-hour, compared with an Eversource default service rate cited in the presentation of 11.303¢/kWh. Plant said the program will not launch unless the supply price is below the utility’s default service rate and noted the program is structured as an opt-out aggregation; postcards were mailed on Feb. 20 (SEG 625-631).
Councilors asked how meaningful the savings would be. One councilor characterized the difference as about $15 per month or roughly $180 per year for typical usage; presenters explained the per-kWh difference can amount to a meaningful percentage savings depending on household usage patterns and meter‑read timing (SEG 907-919). The opt-out deadline for the start of the program depends on individual meter-read dates; customers must opt out before their April meter read to avoid enrollment at the program start (SEG 686-695). Customers with third-party suppliers or behind-the-meter solar were excluded from automatic enrollment but may opt in after reviewing their net‑metering and contract terms (SEG 631-637).
No council vote was taken; staff said additional outreach, an informational video and follow-up presentations are planned. The council was told that customers may opt out at any later time as well, but an opt-out will take effect only at the next meter-read cycle.