The bill outlines the greenhouse gas emissions reductions achieved by the electric and gas Program Administrators in Massachusetts through their 2022-2024 Three-Year Energy Efficiency Plans, as mandated by the 2021 Climate Act. The Department of Public Utilities reports that these programs have provided significant benefits, including $31 billion in total customer benefits, $1.1 billion invested in improvements for low-income households, and a reduction of 3.7 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions. However, the total emissions reductions achieved fell short of the goals set by the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs, with a combined shortfall of 116,957 metric tons compared to the target of 845,000 metric tons.

The report highlights specific performance metrics, indicating that while the gas Program Administrators exceeded their emissions reduction goals, the electric Program Administrators did not meet theirs. The report also includes detailed tables comparing the goals and actual emissions reductions for various sectors, including Residential/Low-Income and Commercial & Industrial. The Department emphasizes the importance of these energy efficiency investments in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving overall energy efficiency in the Commonwealth.