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Avangrid reports the NECEC jury verdict

Avangrid

A party’s account of the verdict, not an independent assessment of project benefits.

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Record type: Developer statement
Publication date / scope: 2023-04-20
Last checked: 2026-09-07
Relevant location: Statements following the Cumberland County jury decision
Stable source ID: necec-2023-verdict

Where this source is used

Blocked in 2021. Carrying power in 2026.

The 2022 court decision required further factual findings on vested rights; Avangrid reported a favorable Cumberland County jury verdict on April 20, 2023. Reported finding

New England Clean Energy Connect

The 1,200 MW line entered commercial operation on January 16, 2026, after a referendum and litigation interrupted its development. Last documented milestone: January 16, 2026.