Definitions

Department. The Department of Energy Resources. Distribution Company. A company engaging in the distribution of electricity or owning, operating or controlling distribution facilities as defined in M.G.L. c. 164, § 1. Distribution Service. The delivery of electricity to customers as defined in M.G.L. c. 164, § 1. Green Community. A municipality designated as a Green Community pursuant to M.G.L. c. 25A, § 10. Green Communities Program. The Green Communities Designation and Grant Program implemented pursuant to M.G.L. c. 25A, § 10. Massachusetts Renewable Energy Trust Fund. The fund established pursuant to M.G.L. c. 23J, § 9. Municipal Light Plant. A municipal lighting plant established pursuant to the provisions of M.G.L. c. 164. Service Territory. The geographic area in which a distribution company provides distribution service. Trust Administrator. The entity that administers the Massachusetts Renewable Energy Trust Fund.