July-August 2021
RMLD's Lobby is Open!
The RMLD reopened its lobby to the public on June 15th. Business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Click here for info on safety practices and more.

Thanks to all of our customers for their flexibility as we managed adjustments to our operations to accommodate vital pandemic-related safety restrictions over the last year-plus!
Solar Rebate Program Update
The limited-time MLP Solar Rebate Program that was launched in 2019 in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) has come to a close now that state matching funds have been fully utilized. The program was extremely popular and helped over 60 RMLD customers install solar on their home or business.

RMLD will continue to offer rebates to commercial customers on solar installations under its own Commercial Renewable Energy Rebate Program.
Electrical Panel Upgrade Rebate now Available to Commercial Customers
RMLD recently expanded its Electrical Panel Upgrade Rebate to be available to all customer classes effective June 28, 2021.

RMLD offers this rebate to customers who upgrade their electrical panel to a higher amperage (up to 400-amps). The rebate is to support customers who need to increase the amperage of their electrical panel to accommodate additional load from electrification activities such as the installation of an EV Charger, Heat Pump, or other electrical equipment.

Customers who upgrade are eligible for rebates of up to $300-$750. Click here for complete program requirements.
ICYMI: Electrification Webinar
In June, the RMLD held a webinar on electrification in partnership with the Wilmington Memorial Library, the Reading Public Library, and the Flint Memorial Library.

Electrification is the shift to powering devices with electricity instead of fossil fuels. The webinar covered electrification in the transportation and building sectors, how electrification benefits the environment by reducing carbon emissions, RMLD rebates to facilitate electrification, and more.

Check out the recording below.
Commercial Lighting Rebate Program Change
RMLD phased out its Commercial Lighting Retrofit Rebate Program effective July 1, 2021. The retrofit program will be replaced with a commercial lighting controls focused rebate program. This change is to reflect evolving technology and industry standards.

The new program will rebate products that will help commercial, industrial, and municipal customers operate their lighting at maximum efficiency for ongoing energy savings. Stay tuned for details on the new program, including a launch date, which will be announced as soon as they are available.
Save the Date for These Upcoming RMLD Events!
Electric Car Show
August 15, 2021, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Swain Green, Wilmington (during the Wilmington Farmers Market)

Public Power Week Open House
October 7, 2021, 3:00 - 6:00 pm (rain date: October 14)
RMLD Garage: 218 Ash Street, Reading

Be on the lookout for more info on these events in the coming weeks!
Program Spotlight: Air Source Heat Pump Rebate
An air source heat pump (ASHP) is an efficient HVAC system powered by electricity that provides all-in-one heating and cooling. ASHPs offer many advantages over traditional oil, propane, or electric resistance systems including cost savings, improved efficiency, and reduced carbon emissions.

RMLD offers rebates on central and mini-split air source heat pumps of $1,000 per ton for new installations and $200 per ton for replacement installations. All projects must go through a pre-approval process and post-installation quality assurance to qualify for the rebate. Technical and educational resources are available to customers and contractors throughout the shopping and installation process.

Please visit RMLD's Air Source Heat Pump Guide to learn more.
Holiday Closings
Monday, September 6 - Labor Day
Business Hours
Customer Service and Billing:
Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
RMLD is available 24/7/365 to respond to emergencies and outages.
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latest on RMLD news, events, and programs.
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