March 2026 E-News20260304122444

March 2026 E-News

CourtneyMarch 4, 20260 comments
March Cycle for Emergency Energy Applications Now OpenGeneration Power CT (GPCT) has launched our fourth and final Emergency Energy Assistance cycle o...
Generation Power CT Announces Final Emergency Energy Assistance Cycle of Fiscal Year20260302235908

Generation Power CT Announces Final Emergency Energy Assistance Cycle of Fiscal Year

CourtneyMarch 2, 20260 comments
Hartford, CT—February 26, 2026—As energy bills continue to strain household budgets across Connecticut, Generation Power CT (GPCT) announced today the...
January 2026 E-Newsletter20260130101922

January 2026 E-Newsletter

CourtneyJanuary 30, 20260 comments
Rising Electricity Costs Leave Connecticut Families Struggling to Stay WarmAs winter settles across Connecticut, thousands of households are facing a ...
Generation Power CT Joins Town of East Hartford to Promote Energy Savings for Residents20251110145155

Generation Power CT Joins Town of East Hartford to Promote Energy Savings for Residents

CourtneyNovember 10, 20250 comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 10, 2025Funding awarded through the Energize ConnecticutSM Community Partnership InitiativeEAST HARTFORD, CT – Generatio...
(Video) Hartford Organizations Receive Funding from Ratepayers to Boost Energy Efficiency Projects20251009122012
Sponsors of Energize Connecticut award 17 organizations with Community Partnership Initiative opportunity20251009115957

Sponsors of Energize Connecticut award 17 organizations with Community Partnership Initiative opportunity

CourtneyOctober 9, 20250 comments
Participants receive grants to promote energy efficiency programs in their communities NEW BRITAIN, Conn., September 30, 2025 – Energize Connecticut S...
Zero Income Form: If you are not currently working or receiving any financial assistance.20250904140009
Self-Employment Form: If you are self-employed.20250703080055

Self-Employment Form: If you are self-employed.

CourtneyJuly 3, 20250 comments
If you are self-employed or working without formal paystubs, use the following form. GPCT Self-Employment Form...
Friends and Family Form: If you are receiving financial support from friends or family.20250703080014

Friends and Family Form: If you are receiving financial support from friends or family.

CourtneyJuly 3, 20250 comments
Use the following form if you are receiving support from friends and family. GPCT Friends and Family Form...
Statewide Nonprofit Operation Fuel to Rebrand beginning July 1.20250626090913

Statewide Nonprofit Operation Fuel to Rebrand beginning July 1.

CourtneyJune 26, 20250 comments
Statewide Nonprofit Operation Fuel to Rebrand beginning July 1. Hartford, CT —June 27, 2025—Operation Fuel is proud to announce a new name and identit...
Unlocking the Potential of Energy Efficiency for Healthy Communities in New Haven20250615143734
GPCT CEO, Perkin Simpson, speaks against proposed elimination of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) with U.S. Senators Blumenthal and Murphy, DSS Commissioner Barton Reeves20250516161320
To better support CT families in need, we submitted written testimony requesting an annual funding increase for emergency assistance. S.B. 1560 April 16, 202520250416190035

To better support CT families in need, we submitted written testimony requesting an annual funding increase for emergency assistance. S.B. 1560 April 16, 2025

CourtneyApril 16, 20250 comments
Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee Public Hearing Operation Fuel Testimony on S.B. 1560 Public Hearing April 16, 2025   Finance, Revenue and ...
We provided emergency energy assistance for Connecticut’s most vulnerable households at the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus Public Hearing, March 10, 202520250310140210

We provided emergency energy assistance for Connecticut’s most vulnerable households at the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus Public Hearing, March 10, 2025

CourtneyMarch 10, 20250 comments
Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Public Hearing, Monday, March 10, 2025 Submitted by Gannon Long, Chief Program & Policy Officer, Operation Fuel, I...
Every day, our staff hears from clients experiencing medical challenges. We testified on their behalf on Sec. 6, H.B. 7088 on March 6, 202520250306140617

Every day, our staff hears from clients experiencing medical challenges. We testified on their behalf on Sec. 6, H.B. 7088 on March 6, 2025

CourtneyMarch 6, 20250 comments
Energy and Technology Committee Public Hearing Thursday, March 6, 2025 Submitted by Mike Turaj, Public Affairs & Policy Advisor, Operation Fuel, I...
CT’s energy costs are too high for many families to afford; it’s essential to invest in reliable programs like Operation Fuel to help. Testimony for S.B. 647, March 6, 202520250306140443

CT’s energy costs are too high for many families to afford; it’s essential to invest in reliable programs like Operation Fuel to help. Testimony for S.B. 647, March 6, 2025

CourtneyMarch 6, 20250 comments
Energy and Technology Committee Public Hearing Thursday, March 6, 2025 Submitted by Mike Turaj, Public Affairs & Policy Advisor, Operation Fuel, I...
Operation Fuel’s Emergency Assistance Program to Close for New Applications on February 2820250227093101

Operation Fuel’s Emergency Assistance Program to Close for New Applications on February 28

CourtneyFebruary 27, 20250 comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Media Contact: Roxanna Booth, 860-243-2345 x 3322, media@operationfuel.org Operation Fuel’s Emergency Assistance Program to Clo...
We testified in favor of investing in a state program that addresses health and safety barriers, helping income-eligible households to maintain healthy and safe living conditions. H.B. 6926, Feb. 18, 202520250218140914

We testified in favor of investing in a state program that addresses health and safety barriers, helping income-eligible households to maintain healthy and safe living conditions. H.B. 6926, Feb. 18, 2025

CourtneyFebruary 18, 20250 comments
Click here to watch the testimony on CT-N Energy and Technology Committee Public Hearing Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Submitted by Mike Turaj, Public Af...
Recognizing how unexpected price shocks can hit consumer budgets, we testified in support of removing PFAs from the water supply by spreading out costs over time. H.B. 6777, Feb. 4, 202520250204172520

Recognizing how unexpected price shocks can hit consumer budgets, we testified in support of removing PFAs from the water supply by spreading out costs over time. H.B. 6777, Feb. 4, 2025

CourtneyFebruary 4, 20250 comments
Click here to watch the testimony on CT-N   Testimony from Operation Fuel Chief Executive Officer, Perkin Simpson – February 4th, 2025. Energy an...
CT’s Operation Fuel flooded with requests for assistance as resources decrease20250127102801

CT’s Operation Fuel flooded with requests for assistance as resources decrease

CourtneyJanuary 27, 20250 comments
READ THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE   CT’s Operation Fuel flooded with requests for assistance as resources decrease Connecticut Public Radio | ...
Operation Fuel’s Emergency Utility and Energy Assistance Programs for CT Residents to Open January 2720250122094308

Operation Fuel’s Emergency Utility and Energy Assistance Programs for CT Residents to Open January 27

CourtneyJanuary 22, 20250 comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Roxanna Booth, 860-794-0729, Roxanna@operationfuel.org Operation Fuel’s Emergency Utility and Energy Assistance P...
Operation Fuel announces Perkin Simpson as new CEO20240904093914

Operation Fuel announces Perkin Simpson as new CEO

CourtneySeptember 4, 20240 comments
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Courtney Jackson, 860-243-2345 x 3317 Operation Fuel announces Perkin Simpson as new CEO Hartford, CT – The Board...
Operation Fuel Shows Support During The Appropriations, Energy & Technology and Human Services Committee Public Hearing20240813172622

Operation Fuel Shows Support During The Appropriations, Energy & Technology and Human Services Committee Public Hearing

CourtneyAugust 13, 20240 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Chief Program and Policy Officer, Gannon Long – August 13, 2024 Click here to watch the full testimony on CT-N Esteemed ...
Operation Fuel & Greater Bridgeport Community Enterprises Win Grant for Energy Efficiency Outreach in Bridgeport20240318100251

Operation Fuel & Greater Bridgeport Community Enterprises Win Grant for Energy Efficiency Outreach in Bridgeport

CourtneyMarch 18, 20240 comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Operation Fuel & Greater Bridgeport Community Enterprises Win Grant for Energy Efficiency Outreach in Bridgeport Funding awa...
Operation Fuel Supports S.B. 384, An Act Concerning The Low-Income Energy Advisory Board20240314173601

Operation Fuel Supports S.B. 384, An Act Concerning The Low-Income Energy Advisory Board

CourtneyMarch 14, 20240 comments
Testimony from Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Advancement Officer, Roxanna Booth – March 14, 2024 Operation Fuel supports the language chan...
Operation Fuel Supports H.B. 5439, An Act Concerning Heat Pump Adoption and H.B. 5438, An Act Concerning Energy Efficiency Funding and Programs20240314173425

Operation Fuel Supports H.B. 5439, An Act Concerning Heat Pump Adoption and H.B. 5438, An Act Concerning Energy Efficiency Funding and Programs

CourtneyMarch 14, 20240 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Associate, Mike Turaj – March 14, 2024 Dear Co-Chairs Rep. Steinberg, Sen. Needleman, Rankin...
Operation Fuel Opposes Section 4 of H.B. 5426 An Act Concerning Fuel Vendor Reimbursement Under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program20240314173035

Operation Fuel Opposes Section 4 of H.B. 5426 An Act Concerning Fuel Vendor Reimbursement Under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program

CourtneyMarch 14, 20240 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Associate, Mike Turaj – March 14, 2024 Dear Co-Chairs Rep. Gilchrest, Sen. Lesser, Ranking M...
Operation Fuel Opposes H.B. 5441- An Act Concerning Utility Shutoffs for Certain Customers as Currently Written20240314172728

Operation Fuel Opposes H.B. 5441- An Act Concerning Utility Shutoffs for Certain Customers as Currently Written

CourtneyMarch 14, 20240 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Associate, Mike Turaj – March 14, 2024 Operation Fuel appreciates the opportunity to provide...
Testimony on H.B. 5004, An Act Concerning The Implementation of Certain Climate Change Measures20240308173323

Testimony on H.B. 5004, An Act Concerning The Implementation of Certain Climate Change Measures

CourtneyMarch 8, 20240 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Associate, Mike Turaj – March 8, 2024 Co-Chairs Rep. Gresko, Sen. Lopes, Ranking Members Rep...
Opinion: CT government stepped up to prevent heating crisis20240307103257

Opinion: CT government stepped up to prevent heating crisis

CourtneyMarch 7, 20240 comments
READ ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE  Opinion: CT government stepped up to prevent heating crisis by Roxanna Booth The residents of Connecticut won this Valenti...
CT Energy Expo 2023: Brought To You By Operation Fuel & CPES20230920081505

CT Energy Expo 2023: Brought To You By Operation Fuel & CPES

KianaSeptember 20, 20230 comments
Come to Connecticut’s First Annual Energy Expo! Held at the Connecticut Convention Center in Downtown Hartford, the Energy Expo will promote eve...
Operation Fuel in the News: Financial Assistance for Energy and Heat20230816090017

Operation Fuel in the News: Financial Assistance for Energy and Heat

DanaAugust 16, 20230 comments
CT Post: Opinion: Green Bank Taking Action on High Energy Costs Posted on August 9, 2023 – “The Green Bank’s programs also support b...
Operation Fuel provides written testimony for Governor’s Bill 979, Public Hearing before Environment Committee20230227233349

Operation Fuel provides written testimony for Governor’s Bill 979, Public Hearing before Environment Committee

CourtneyFebruary 27, 20230 comments
Governor’s Bill 979, Public Hearing before Environment Committee 2/27/23 An Act Promoting Energy Affordability, Energy Efficiency, and Green Cities Te...
Operation Fuel provides written testimony for SB 7, follow up to “Take Back Our Grid Act” first passed in 2020.20230227232408

Operation Fuel provides written testimony for SB 7, follow up to “Take Back Our Grid Act” first passed in 2020.

CourtneyFebruary 27, 20230 comments
Testimony SUPPORTING Raised Bill 966 and SB 7 Tuesday, February 14, 2023 Submitted by Gannon Long, Policy & Public Affairs Director, Operation Fue...
Win-Win! Get Your Donation Matched 15% with Travelers Championship/Webster Bank Birdies for Charity20230210102239

Win-Win! Get Your Donation Matched 15% with Travelers Championship/Webster Bank Birdies for Charity

DanaFebruary 10, 20230 comments
Operation Fuel is grateful to once again be a recipient of the Travelers Championship Birdies for Charity program – which means that any donatio...
2022 Connecticut Clean Energy Industry Report20220615151128

2022 Connecticut Clean Energy Industry Report

CourtneyJune 15, 20220 comments
2022-Clean-Energy-Industry-Report...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting RB 456 AAC Clean and Safe Well Water20220330152553

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting RB 456 AAC Clean and Safe Well Water

andrewMarch 30, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Director Gannon Long, March 2022. Co-Chairs Senator Daugherty Abrams, and Representative Ste...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting RB 5203, AAC Utility Cost-Sharing Mechanisms20220323173457

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting RB 5203, AAC Utility Cost-Sharing Mechanisms

andrewMarch 23, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Director Gannon Long, March 2022. Chairs Needleman & Arconti, Ranking members Formica &a...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting RB 292 AAC Heating Efficiency in New Residential Construction and Major Alterations of Residential Buildings.20220323173428

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting RB 292 AAC Heating Efficiency in New Residential Construction and Major Alterations of Residential Buildings.

andrewMarch 23, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Executive Director Brenda Watson, March 2022. Operation Fuel ensures equitable access to energy for all by providing yea...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting HB 5342, AAC Membership of Low-Income Energy Advisory Board20220323173342

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting HB 5342, AAC Membership of Low-Income Energy Advisory Board

andrewMarch 23, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Executive Director Brenda Watson, March 2022. Chairs Rep. Abercrombie and Sen. Moore, Ranking Members Rep. Case and Sen....
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting SB 4, AAC The CT Clean Air Act.20220323171318

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting SB 4, AAC The CT Clean Air Act.

andrewMarch 23, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Director Gannon Long, March 2022. Watch Gannon present her testimony here. Transportation Co...
Be Part of Energy Assistance Focus Groups with Yale University and Vermont Law School20220311205854

Be Part of Energy Assistance Focus Groups with Yale University and Vermont Law School

DanaMarch 11, 20220 comments
In an effort to better understand how energy cost and energy reliability play a role in the lives of Connecticut residents, and the ways in which ener...
With Home Heating Costs on the Rise, Learn about Bill Assistance and Home Energy Audits20220308185011

With Home Heating Costs on the Rise, Learn about Bill Assistance and Home Energy Audits

DanaMarch 8, 20220 comments
A worldwide surge in prices for heating oil, natural gas, and other fuels is expected to drive up the costs of heating your home. Apply for Bill Help ...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting SB 14 AAC Home Energy Affordability for Home Buyers20220308152808

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting SB 14 AAC Home Energy Affordability for Home Buyers

andrewMarch 8, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Director Gannon Long, March 2022. Chairs Lesser and Wood, Ranking Members Hwang and Pavalock...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting Bill 176, AAC Shared Clean Energy Facilities20220308150117

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting Bill 176, AAC Shared Clean Energy Facilities

andrewMarch 8, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Director Gannon Long, March 2022. Chairs Rep. Arconti, Sen. Needleman; Ranking Members Rep. ...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting Governor’s Bill 5041, AAC Home Energy Affordability for Home Renters20220308134805

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting Governor’s Bill 5041, AAC Home Energy Affordability for Home Renters

andrewMarch 8, 20220 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Policy & Public Affairs Director Gannon Long, March 1, 2022. Chairs Lopes and Williams, Ranking Members Polletta and...
Operation Fuel Testimony in Support of 2022 CT Legislative Bills on Energy Issues20220307190303

Operation Fuel Testimony in Support of 2022 CT Legislative Bills on Energy Issues

DanaMarch 7, 20220 comments
With the 2022 Connecticut General Assembly Legislative Session underway, Operation Fuel has been providing testimony for several public hearings at th...
Webinars: What is Your Energy Burden? Why is It So High? Jan. 26 & 2720220101212249

Webinars: What is Your Energy Burden? Why is It So High? Jan. 26 & 27

DanaJanuary 1, 20220 comments
Operation Fuel and Kamora’s Cultural Corner (KCC) invite you to join the conversation about Connecticut’s high energy costs and the burdens low-...
Heating Oil Prices Surging, CT Rep. Reyes Shares How Op Fuel Helped His Family as a Child20211122163917

Heating Oil Prices Surging, CT Rep. Reyes Shares How Op Fuel Helped His Family as a Child

DanaNovember 22, 20210 comments
With winter approaching and heating oil prices spiking, Operation Fuel is here to help vulnerable Connecticut residents heat their homes. You can lear...
Operation Fuel Picks Anderson to Head Energy Programs20211022173921

Operation Fuel Picks Anderson to Head Energy Programs

DanaOctober 22, 20210 comments
Operation Fuel has chosen longtime social services professional Tonya Anderson to lead its emergency assistance efforts as director of energy programs...
Addressing Climate Crisis in CT: Energy Efficiency Day Virtual Summit Oct. 620210907140623

Addressing Climate Crisis in CT: Energy Efficiency Day Virtual Summit Oct. 6

DanaSeptember 7, 20210 comments
The climate crisis requires immediate action – we all need a better understanding of the environmental, economic, and health issues that we are facing...
CT Examiner: For About a Third of Households, Paying the Electric Bill is a Struggle20210518174737

CT Examiner: For About a Third of Households, Paying the Electric Bill is a Struggle

DanaMay 18, 20210 comments
This CT Examiner piece, “For About a Third of Households, Paying the Electric Bill is a Struggle,” is one of the most thorough and thought...
Operation Fuel Earns Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar/Candid20210508232116

Operation Fuel Earns Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar/Candid

DanaMay 8, 20210 comments
For the second year in a row, Operation Fuel has earned the highest level of distinction from GuideStar/Candid: the Platinum Seal of Transparency. We ...
CT Extends COVID-19 Payment Program Until May 20, 202120210421213432

CT Extends COVID-19 Payment Program Until May 20, 2021

DanaApril 21, 20210 comments
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has issued an Executive Order extending the Public Health and Civil Preparedness Emergencies in CT through May 20, 202...
Operation Fuel Testimony in Support of Raised Bill 1037, An Act Concerning Waste Management aka CT’s “Bottle Bill”20210319010536

Operation Fuel Testimony in Support of Raised Bill 1037, An Act Concerning Waste Management aka CT’s “Bottle Bill”

andrewMarch 19, 20210 comments
Submitted by Gannon Long, Policy & Public Affairs Director, Operation Fuel. March 19, 2021. To the honorable Co-Chairs, Sen. Cohen and Rep. Gresko...
Video: What You Need to Apply Online for Utility & Energy Help20210311013059

Video: What You Need to Apply Online for Utility & Energy Help

DanaMarch 11, 20210 comments
If you or anyone you know is struggling with paying utility bills and energy costs, please click here to apply online or call 2-1-1. Before you apply,...
Save the Date April 20-21 for Give Local to Help Residents in 21 Greater Waterbury & Litchfield Hills Towns20210308203038

Save the Date April 20-21 for Give Local to Help Residents in 21 Greater Waterbury & Litchfield Hills Towns

DanaMarch 8, 20210 comments
We’re counting down the days to April 20-21 and Give Local, benefiting residents living in 21 towns in the Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills regi...
Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting SB882, RB6526 on Climate Change, Energy Efficiency, Home Energy, Electric Suppliers20210304202918

Operation Fuel Testimony Supporting SB882, RB6526 on Climate Change, Energy Efficiency, Home Energy, Electric Suppliers

andrewMarch 4, 20210 comments
Testimony from Operation Fuel Executive Director Brenda Watson, March 4, 2021 Chairs Senator Needleman and Representative Arconti, and Ranking Members...
Operation Fuel Comments on DEEP’s Draft Integrated Resource Plan20210218204305

Operation Fuel Comments on DEEP’s Draft Integrated Resource Plan

andrewFebruary 18, 20210 comments
February 17, 2021 Operation Fuel appreciates the opportunity to share our unique knowledge and perspectives in the Connecticut Department of Energy an...
Need Help with Eversource Bill? February Webinars Will Describe Assistance Programs20210210222851

Need Help with Eversource Bill? February Webinars Will Describe Assistance Programs

DanaFebruary 10, 20210 comments
If you’re having trouble paying your Eversource energy bill, read on to learn about upcoming webinars covering protections and programs that you may n...
Feb. 8 DEEP Power Hour: Explore State Energy Planning, Review Integrated Resources Plan20210204004904

Feb. 8 DEEP Power Hour: Explore State Energy Planning, Review Integrated Resources Plan

DanaFebruary 4, 20210 comments
The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) invites all Connecticut residents and community groups to join the first-ever DEEP Power ...
Operation Fuel Adds Deputy, Policy Director Positions to Better Serve Households Facing Energy Crisis20210125214601

Operation Fuel Adds Deputy, Policy Director Positions to Better Serve Households Facing Energy Crisis

DanaJanuary 25, 20210 comments
As part of its ongoing efforts to best serve an ever-increasing number of residents facing energy crisis in Connecticut, Operation Fuel has expanded i...
Charity Navigator Places Operation Fuel in Top 16% of US Non-Profits20210109213633

Charity Navigator Places Operation Fuel in Top 16% of US Non-Profits

DanaJanuary 9, 20210 comments
We are incredibly honored that Operation Fuel has earned a new top-rated designation from Charity Navigator, the largest and most utilized charity eva...
Fall eNews: One Senior’s Struggle, Online Portal Launched, COVID Causes Requests Surge20201209172927

Fall eNews: One Senior’s Struggle, Online Portal Launched, COVID Causes Requests Surge

DanaDecember 9, 20200 comments
In Operation Fuel’s latest newsletter, you can learn how thousands of families across Connecticut are receiving critical help with their utility...
CT’s  Energy and Transportation Costs are Unaffordable for Many Households, Especially the Most Vulnerable20201207173203

CT’s  Energy and Transportation Costs are Unaffordable for Many Households, Especially the Most Vulnerable

DanaDecember 7, 20200 comments
New VEIC Report for CT Green Bank and Operation Fuel Shows Gap Between what Connecticut Families are Paying for Energy and Transportation and What is ...
Water Bill Help Available for Metropolitan District Customers with Overdue Bills and Balances20201117203907

Water Bill Help Available for Metropolitan District Customers with Overdue Bills and Balances

DanaNovember 17, 20200 comments
Apply for HelpOperation Fuel is encouraging residents with overdue bills and unpaid balances on their water bills with The Metropolitan District to ap...
Connecticut Power & Energy Society Donates 10% of Membership Fees to Operation Fuel20201113175205

Connecticut Power & Energy Society Donates 10% of Membership Fees to Operation Fuel

DanaNovember 13, 20200 comments
We are grateful to the Connecticut Power & Energy Society for choosing Operation Fuel as one of their partner charities in their membership drive,...
Utility Protection for Low-Income Families: Hardship Coding through May 120201109204516

Utility Protection for Low-Income Families: Hardship Coding through May 1

DanaNovember 9, 20200 comments
Hardship customers are protected against utility shutoffs through May 1. If you get cash assistance, SNAP, HUSKY, SSI, or other government help, utili...
Connecticut Water and Operation Fuel Partner On Water Assistance Program20201022192129

Connecticut Water and Operation Fuel Partner On Water Assistance Program

DanaOctober 22, 20200 comments
Connecticut Water Company and Operation Fuel have announced a partnership that will streamline access to financial assistance programs to help Connect...
Hartford Courant: Energy Assistance Providers Brace for High Demand20201016175049

Hartford Courant: Energy Assistance Providers Brace for High Demand

DanaOctober 16, 20200 comments
Thank you to one of our Operation Fuel clients, Amanda Colavito, for sharing her story with the Hartford Courant about her need for reaching out for h...
MDC CEO Scott Jellison Elected to Operation Fuel Board of Directors20201014184023

MDC CEO Scott Jellison Elected to Operation Fuel Board of Directors

DanaOctober 14, 20200 comments
Operation Fuel’s Board of Directors has elected Scott Jellison, Chief Executive Officer of the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC), to serve on the...
Operation Fuel Fact Sheets: Electric Rates, Energy Efficiency, Shutoff Protection20200925155402

Operation Fuel Fact Sheets: Electric Rates, Energy Efficiency, Shutoff Protection

DanaSeptember 25, 20200 comments
As part of Operation Fuel’s commitment to educating consumers and advocating for energy affordability and efficiency, we’ve released a ser...
PURA Extends COVID-19 Payment Program Enrollment Date20200923200836

PURA Extends COVID-19 Payment Program Enrollment Date

andrewSeptember 23, 20200 comments
Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) today issued a ruling about shutoff moratoriums. PURA determined that utility companies are...
Operation Fuel Expands Board of Directors, Adding 5 New Members20200901191414

Operation Fuel Expands Board of Directors, Adding 5 New Members

DanaSeptember 1, 20200 comments
Operation Fuel’s Board of Directors has moved to add broader depth of experience to the organization’s governing body, with the addition of five new m...
An Update from United Illuminating on Power Restoration20200807141740

An Update from United Illuminating on Power Restoration

DanaAugust 7, 20200 comments
United Illuminating has completed its damage assessment following Tropical Storm Isaias and said it expects to have a majority of those customers stil...
Connecticut Mirror: Can Clean Energy Power CT’s Economic Recovery?20200715170539

Connecticut Mirror: Can Clean Energy Power CT’s Economic Recovery?

Hear from Operation Fuel’s Executive Director Brenda Watson and Board Member Amy McLean in this in-depth Connecticut Mirror article: “There’s an...
Operation Fuel Joins Nation’s Drinking Water and Clean Water Sector Urging Congress for Economic Stimulus Legislation that Addresses COVID-19 Impact on Water and Wastewater Systems20200713140307

Operation Fuel Joins Nation’s Drinking Water and Clean Water Sector Urging Congress for Economic Stimulus Legislation that Addresses COVID-19 Impact on Water and Wastewater Systems

andrewJuly 13, 20200 comments
Operation Fuel has joined the efforts of the nation’s drinking water and clean water sector in a request to members of the U.S. Congress that subseque...
2017 Home Energy Affordability Gap Study20170615151343

2017 Home Energy Affordability Gap Study

CourtneyJune 15, 20170 comments
2017-ConnecticutHEAG-11-27-17-RDC-edits...