Merrimack

Community Choice Aggregation in NH:

Local Control, Real Impact

The Town of Merrimack is pleased to introduce its first electricity supply program, Merrimack Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), to help reduce electricity costs and offer budget certainty to the ratepayers of the town. The Merrimack CCA program enables our town to come together and buy electricity as a group, aiming to offer residents and local businesses more stable, competitive rates, and an alternative to Eversource.

How the Program Works

Town of Merrimack selects a supplier (First Point Power)
→ Utility (Eversource) continues delivery & billing
→ You (Resident/Business) are enrolled by default unless you opt out

  • Eligible consumers include residential and business customers currently receiving default service from Eversource.  
  • Customers currently under contract with a third-party competitive supplier will not be automatically enrolled.
  •  Participation is voluntary; you may opt out at any time with no penalty and opt in later with no entry fee. 
For program enrollment changes, please use the Opt-In/Opt-Out form above. The Contact Us form is only for general inquiries.

PROGRAM HISTORY: Merrimack Community Power Launch


Aggregation Committee Established

Town of Merrimack established the Community Choice Aggregation Committee.

Public Input Sessions

Town hosted two public input sessions regarding the proposed CCA Plan.

CCA Plan Approved

Merrimack voters approved the CCA Plan on Town Meeting Day by a majority vote.

Consulting Agreement Executed

Merrimack and Freedom Energy Logistics formalized the CCA Consulting Agreement.

Plan Filed with NH PUC

Merrimack filed its approved CCA Plan with the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission.

PUC Approval Granted

NH PUC approved Merrimack’s Community Choice Aggregation Plan.

Supply Agreement Executed

Executed electricity supply agreement with First Point Power.

PUC & Utility Notified

The NH Public Utilities Commission and Eversource were notified of the Aggregation for the April 1 program start.

CCA FAQ Video Filmed

Merrimack CCA FAQ video filmed for public access television and website use.

Merrimack CCA Website LAUNCH

Merrimack CCA website launches with program details and customer resources.

Opt-Out Mailer Distributed

Opt-out letters mailed to eligible Merrimack residents and businesses.

Town Information Session

Public information session held at Merrimack Town Hall (6:30–9:00 PM).

Opt-Out Period CLOSES

Final deadline for customers to opt out of the Merrimack CCA program.

Program START

Merrimack CCA enrollment begins and electricity supply officially launches.

CURRENT & UPCOMING: 2026–2027 Community Power Renewal



Renewal Agreement Signed

The City of Merrimack executed a new electricity supply agreement with
First Point Power for the continuation of Merrimack’s CCA Program.


Mailers Distributed to Non-CCA Program Participants

Opt-out mailers are sent to eligible Merrimack residents and businesses who currently are not Merrimack CCA Program participants.


Official Opt-Out Period

Non-CCA Program participants who receive the October 26 opt-out notification letter may opt out during the official window.


Opt-Out Deadline

Non-CCA Program participants need to opt out by November 25 to remain on Eversource Default Service.


Program Renewal BEGINS

The renewed Merrimack Community Power program begins with First Point Power at a fixed rate of $0.13588 per kWh for a 12-month term through October 31, 2027. No action is required for current Merrimack CCA Program participants.


New Participants Begin Service

Non-CCA Program participants who join the program after receiving the October 26 letter begin service with their first meter read in December.

Enrollment, Opt-Out & Opt-In

How to Opt-out

Opt-out by November 25, 2026  in order to enroll by your first meter read date. You may opt-out or opt-in at any time. Changes take effect on your next meter read.

  1. Mail the opt-out postcard included with your notification letter.
  2. Call First Point Power at (888) 875-1711.
  3. Visit: Opt-In/Opt-Out Form

How to Opt-In (if you have a third-party supplier or opted out)

  1. Call First Point Power at (888) 875-1711, or
  2. Visit: Opt-In/Opt-Out Form

Note: If you already have a competitive supplier, you will not be automatically enrolled but may opt-in at any time. 

Eversource Default Service Merrimack CCA
Rate $0.11303 per kWh (2/1/2026 – 7/31/2026)

$0.14009 per kWh (8/1/26 – 1/31/27)

 $0.09699 per kWh (4/1/2026 – 10/31/2026)

$0.13588 per kWh (11/1/2026 – 10/31/2027)
Renewable Energy Content Meets NH Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requirements (25.2% in 2026 and 2027) Meets NH Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requirements (25.2% in 2026 and 2027)

The Merrimack CCA currently offers a rate of $0.10406 per kilowatt hour (kWh) with First Point Power, compared to Eversource’s current rate of $0.14009 per kWh. Beginning in November 2026, the Merrimack CCA’s new 12-month rate will be $0.13588 per kWh. Program prices apply to service beginning and ending on the days of the month that your meter is read.

Program Details & Resources

Program Manager

Freedom Energy Logistics

Supplier

First Point Power

PUC Docket #: DE 24-083

Utility

Eversource: Delivery & Billing

Info Session

Held on March 9, 2026

Renewable Information

Tap to learn how Merrimack CCA meets NH RPS and future green options.

Merrimack’s CCA supply will meet or exceed the New Hampshire Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requirements. Optional higher-renewable products (50% and 100%) may be offered in the future.

Your Bill

Tap to learn more about your bill.

You will keep getting one bill from Eversource NH. Delivery, outages, and meter reading stay with Eversource. The only change is on the Supply Services line: it will show First Point Power and the CCA rate. All other charges and payment methods remain the same.
Your Bill

Frequently Asked CCA Questions 

What is Community Choice Aggregation (CCA)?
CCA allows cities/towns to purchase electricity in bulk on behalf of residents to secure better rates.
Will I still receive a bill from my utility?
Yes. Participation is voluntary. You may opt out at any time with no penalty. Changes typically take effect on your next meter read.
Can I opt out later?
Yes. You may opt out at any time without fees or penalties; the change takes effect on your next meter read.
What happens if I already have a third-party supplier?
You will not be automatically enrolled and will remain with your current supplier. You can opt in to the aggregation at any time; check your current contract for any early termination fees.
FAQs pdf

Special Cases & Important Notes

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Tax-Exempt Customers
Your tax-exempt status remains unchanged. Provide your exemption certificate to
First Point Power so it applies to the supply portion of your bill.
Budget Billing (Budget Plans)
Eversource maintains budget billing for the delivery portion.
The supply portion from First Point Power appears at the contracted per-kWh rate.
Net Metering (Solar)
If you export electricity to the grid, Eversource may not credit exports while enrolled in the CCA program.
Net metering customers are advised to opt out.
Already with a Competitive Supplier
You won’t be automatically enrolled. You may opt in at any time; check your current supplier contract
for any early termination fees. The CCA has no enrollment or exit fees.
Solar & Community Solar Customers
If you participate in solar or community solar programs, review potential impacts before enrolling in the CCA program.
Energy Assistance (EAP) Customers
You will continue receiving your existing energy assistance benefits.
Competitive Supply Customers
Customers currently receiving supply from a competitive supplier should not be impacted by the Merrimack CCA.
You will not be automatically enrolled unless you return to default supply.

Contacts for More Information

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    Freedom Energy Logistics (CCA):
    (866) 568-4725
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    First Point Power:
    (888) 875-1711
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    Opt-In/Opt-Out form
    For program enrollment changes, please use the Opt-In/Opt-Out form above. The Contact Us form is only for general inquiries.