MassEcon honors Avangrid for growing the Massachusetts economy and strengthening the Commonwealth’s ability to compete in the global economy
BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced it was recognized as a 22nd Annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Award winner by MassEcon, the state’s private sector partner in promoting business growth in Massachusetts. The award recognizes Avangrid’s outstanding contributions to the Massachusetts economy. Avangrid Deputy CEO Kimberly Harriman accepted the awards on behalf of Avangrid at the Economic Impact Awards ceremony at Gillette Stadium on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
“Massachusetts has been an essential partner to Avangrid, and it has been a privilege to work alongside leaders across the Commonwealth to deliver NECEC and Vineyard Wind 1,” said José Antonio Miranda, Avangrid CEO. “These transformational projects, which are a testament to the vision and leadership of Chairman Galán and Iberdrola Group CEO Pedro Azagra, show what’s possible when there is a commitment to tackling big challenges. Together, we’ve brought 2,000 megawatts of new, affordable energy to the grid, a quarter of the Commonwealth’s total energy needs, strengthening reliability, creating thousands of skilled jobs, and driving long lasting economic benefits.”
“Massachusetts has long set the pace for energy innovation, and we’re helping turn that vision into reality,” said Kimberly Harriman, Avangrid Deputy CEO. “As we continue advancing critical energy solutions, we’re delivering real, measurable value for communities across the Commonwealth – from new, reliable energy on the grid to local jobs and investment. This recognition also belongs to the skilled men and women who built the infrastructure that will power Massachusetts for decades to come.”
In 2026, Avangrid completed the New England Clean Energy Connect (NECEC) transmission line, bringing hydropower to Massachusetts, and Vineyard Wind 1, the first large-scale offshore wind farm in the United States, generating power off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard. Together, these two energy projects will deliver 2,000 megawatts of energy to Massachusetts, approximately 25% of the Commonwealth’s total electricity demand, and enough to power more than 1 million homes and businesses.
Avangrid was honored for its efforts to strengthen the Commonwealth’s ability to compete in the global economy in recognition of its flagship energy projects in the region.
Avangrid also won gold in the Southeastern category, specifically recognizing the Company’s economic contributions to the southeastern region of Massachusetts. Avangrid will serve as the long‑term operations and maintenance provider for Vineyard Wind 1, operating out of its Tisbury headquarters and marine terminal on Martha’s Vineyard.
Vineyard Wind 1 has created 3,700 jobs in Massachusetts, including 1,400 union jobs, the majority located in Southeastern communities like New Bedford. The project tapped into the strength of local suppliers across the region, including businesses in Barnstable, Falmouth, Fairhaven, New Bedford, Sandwich, and Somerset. In total, the project has contributed $1.9 billion to the Massachusetts economy.
“Avangrid delivered projects in recent months that will fundamentally support the economic competitiveness of Massachusetts,” said MassEcon’s CEO & Executive Director Pete Abair. “We recognize and celebrate the transformative impact of their flagship energy infrastructure projects in strengthening the Commonwealth’s ability to compete in the global economy.”
Avangrid was one of 13 companies selected out of thousands statewide for this year’s awards. Winners are chosen based on job growth, expansion and investment, community engagement, and commitment to equality opportunity.
About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. is a leading energy company in the United States working to meet the growing demand for energy for homes and businesses across the nation through service, innovation, and continued investments by expanding grid infrastructure and energy generation projects. Avangrid has offices in Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Maine, and Oregon, including operations in 25 states with approximately $50 billion in assets. Avangrid owns and operates seven electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.4 million customers in New York and New England. It also owns and operates nearly 100 energy generation facilities across the United States producing more than 11 GW of power for over 3 million customers. Avangrid employs approximately 8,500 people and was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2026 for the eighth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit http://www.avangrid.com
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