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Acadia Center (formerly known as Environment Northeast) is a non-profit research and advocacy organization based in the northeastern United States that focuses on clean energy and climate policy.
Activities and Advocacy
The organization conducts research and advocates for policies related to the clean energy transition, including the electrification of buildings and transportation, reform of utility regulation, and the expansion of renewable energy sources. It works with state governments, regional coalitions, and communities to advance decarbonization policies.
Policy Engagement and Expert Commentary
Acadia Center staff are frequently quoted as expert voices in regional media on issues of energy affordability and decarbonization. Kyle Murray, the organization's Massachusetts program director, has been cited in national and regional outlets discussing the drivers of high electricity costs, arguing that volatile natural gas prices—rather than investments in renewable energy and efficiency—are the primary cause of rising bills in New England. Murray has also commented on proposed cuts to energy efficiency programs, characterizing them as short-sighted measures that trade long-term savings for minimal immediate relief.
Joe LaRusso of Acadia Center has been quoted by trade press expressing skepticism about the cost and emissions benefits of expanding natural gas pipeline infrastructure, noting that methane leaks can make the emissions footprint of gas comparable to or worse than that of coal.
The organization advocates for reforming the regulatory process governing utilities. Oliver Tully, the organization's director of utility innovation and reform, has been quoted on the need for greater public participation and stakeholder compensation in utility proceedings, citing the imbalance between well-funded utilities and nonprofit advocates.
Research and Reports
Acadia Center produces reports and analyses that have been cited by state governments and in policy debates. In April 2026, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs cited an Acadia Center report in a press release announcing the activation of the Vineyard Wind contracts, which found that offshore wind generation during a winter cold snap would have saved New England ratepayers at least $400 million and lowered energy market prices by 11%.
The organization has also published analyses on transmission financing and grid modernization.
Support for Regional Energy Infrastructure
In January 2026, Acadia Center President Daniel L. Sosland praised the completion of the New England Clean Energy Connect (NECEC) transmission line, a project delivering hydropower from Québec to Maine and the broader New England grid. In a press release from Governor Janet Mills' office, Sosland stated that the project demonstrates the value of cross-border grid cooperation and the benefits of reducing the region's overreliance on natural gas.
Leadership
Daniel L. Sosland is the president and founder of the organization.
References
Shemkus, Sarah (2026-01-20). "Affordability is scrambling energy politics in Massachusetts". Canary Media.
Shemkus, Sarah (2026-02-27). "Massachusetts energy bill would make big cuts to energy efficiency". Canary Media.
Shemkus, Sarah (2026-04-28). "Why are blue states scapegoating energy efficiency?". Canary Media.
Associated Press (2026-04-15). "As energy costs rise, some states back off ambitious climate goals". AP News.
Lamson, Jon (2026-06-22). "New England Generators Skeptical About Pipeline Contracting". RTO Insider.
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (2026-04-27). "Vineyard Wind Contracts Lower Electricity Prices for Massachusetts Customers". Mass.gov.
Governor Janet Mills' Office (2026-01-16). "Governor Mills Welcomes Completion of New England Clean Energy Connect Project". Maine.gov.
Tait, Daniel (2024-11-04). "The race for clean energy is local". Grist.
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