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flag A 145-mile hydro line from Quebec began delivering power to New England on Jan. 16, 2026, after years of delays and legal fights.

flag The New England Clean Energy Connect, a 145-mile high-voltage transmission line, began delivering hydroelectric power from Quebec to New England on January 16, 2026, after more than a decade of delays and legal battles. flag Developed by Avangrid, the $1.65 billion project, funded by Massachusetts ratepayers, delivers 1,200 megawatts—enough to power 1.2 million homes—and is expected to reduce regional electricity costs, lower carbon emissions, and decrease reliance on natural gas. flag Despite a 2021 Maine referendum blocking it, a court ruling affirmed Avangrid’s legal right to complete construction. flag In exchange for hosting the line, Maine secured $240 million in benefits, including rate reductions, investments in clean energy, broadband, and economic development. flag Officials say the project strengthens grid reliability and supports long-term clean energy goals.

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