Eversource Introduces New Tool for Storm Response
BOSTON — As severe weather events grow more frequent and electric systems become increasingly complex, Eversource is introducing its new Wareham Electric Training Center, a first-of-its-kind facility designed to improve storm response, enhance electric reliability, and prepare the next generation of highly skilled electric workers.
Built inside a former movie theater and transformed into a 29,000-square-foot operations and training complex, the facility represents one of Eversource’s most significant investments in workforce readiness and emergency preparedness in Massachusetts. The center will serve as both the company’s premier electric training facility and a regional storm response hub where crews, equipment, and restoration resources can be strategically staged before and after major weather events impacting Southeastern Mass., the South Coast, and Cape Cod.
“When customers see crews restoring power after a storm, they’re seeing the results of thousands of hours of preparation, training, and planning that happen long before severe weather arrives,” Eversource President of Massachusetts Electric Operations Doug Foley said. “This facility was built with that mission in mind. It gives our employees a realistic environment to develop critical skills while strengthening our ability to stage resources and restore power safely and efficiently when our customers need us most.”
The Wareham center will also play an important role during major weather events. By serving as a storm response staging hub, the facility allows Eversource to strategically position crews, specialized equipment, and restoration materials closer to areas expected to be impacted by severe weather, improving coordination and supporting faster restoration efforts once conditions are safe.
The facility brings together overhead, underground, substation, meter, and transmission training in one centralized location, allowing employees to practice real-world scenarios in a controlled environment that mirrors conditions they encounter in the field. From new hires learning the fundamentals of electric operations to experienced crews sharpening storm restoration skills, the center provides year-round opportunities to strengthen operational readiness and reinforce Eversource’s commitment to safety.
“This facility is about much more than training,” Foley added. “It’s about making sure we’re ready for whatever comes next. Every skill practiced here, every scenario simulated, and every lesson learned helps improve our response, improve safety, and build a more resilient electric system for the communities we serve.”
The opening comes as Eversource continues to make year-round investments in electric reliability across Massachusetts through infrastructure upgrades, advanced technologies, vegetation management, and emergency preparedness initiatives aimed at strengthening the electric grid and improving service for customers.
