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National Grid on Tuesday said it is looking for volunteer companies for its pilot program where business, including manufacturers, in Massachusetts and Rhode Island can earn up to $3,500 by reducing their energy use during peak times.

The Department of Utilities should investigate the profits of electric and gas companies in Massachusetts, focusing especially on the rates of return on equity permitted in rate cases, according to Attorney General Maura Healey.

National Grid has agreed to refund more than $1.5 million to over 4,500 residential gas customers who were charged the wrong rate.

As the state's ambitious 2025 goals are looming for the near future, public agencies and businesses are showcasing the capabilities of switching to environmentally friendly fleets.

At the latest energy forum, experts discuss Massachusetts legislative impacts.

At the end of September, the state unveiled its latest solar incentive program that would replace the SREC (solar renewable energy credit) program, get rid of the need to constantly raise the net-metering caps, and seemingly do away with the problem of large commercial installations taking up all the available incentives while offsetting a large portion of their power.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities has cut the proposed $133.2 million revenue request proposed late last year for its electric customers by 24 percent to $101 million.

National Grid is seeking to add 14 megawatts of solar generation to its existing 21 megawatt portfolio and test emerging solar technologies.

National Grid's residential customers can expect a $14 increase to their monthly bill this winter.

An event showcasing the potential and the current state of electric cars will be taking place at WPI on Tuesday in conjunction with National Grid.