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Norwich, CT 06360
In April, Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) was awarded a grant for $10.9 million through the Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization Grant Program, which is administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). This funding follows a $10 million grant that was announced by NPU in April of 2023.
As I meet with or run into residents each week around Norwich, a topic that is regularly brought up is our community’s ongoing challenge of blight. Whether it is intentional or unintentional, far too many people are not doing their part and leaving refuse in their yards, on the curb, or our sidewalks.
The Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) budget for Fiscal Year 2025, which is part of the City’s overall budget, was approved by the Norwich City Council on June 10.
Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) has been recognized by the American Public Power Association with the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) award for our consistently reliable and safe electric service.
Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, stay active, and have fun. Make sure you take steps to avoid illness or injury this year.
8-1-1 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number. Anyone who plans to dig should call 8-1-1 or go to their state 8-1-1 center’s website a few business days before digging to request that the approximate location of buried utilities be marked with paint or flags so that you don’t unintentionally dig into an underground utility line.
Qualifying NPU electric customers can receive a rebate of up to $1,500 for the purchase or lease of a new electric vehicle, or up to $4,000 for the installation of an electric vehicle charging station at their home or business.
Home Energy Savings (HES) – Customers can schedule an audit ($50 co-pay) to check your energy use. Call Lantern Energy at 1-877-878-3006 to schedule an appointment.
NPU is offering its Community Assistance Rate (CAR) for qualified individuals and families. Norwich households with incomes below 60% of the State of Connecticut’s Median Household Income by family size would be eligible for this reduced electric rate.
