Solar & Storage Buildout: Northern Sun Energy has started construction on two Swansea, MA community solar projects totaling 11.5 MWdc paired with 10 MWh of battery storage for GeoFire Solar, aiming to plug into SMART 3.0 and using DC-coupled batteries to cut conversion losses. Energy Affordability: As heating season nears, Gov. Maura Healey says her administration is weighing ways to deliver relief for households—especially those on oil or propane—while lawmakers continue to negotiate broader energy affordability terms. Data Centers & Power Costs: The U.S. House passed the Ratepayer Protection Act, which would push state utility regulators to consider whether large electricity users like data centers should cover incremental grid infrastructure costs. AI Policy Debate in Mass.: Massachusetts officials and a pollster are weighing how AI regulations could shape upcoming elections, as the state grapples with growing AI and data center demand. Healthcare Tech & Law: A Cambridge-based AI music platform Suno faces a class action filed in Massachusetts federal court by artists including Jason Isbell, alleging misuse of artists’ identities. Housing & Education Impact: Boston City Council is set to hold a hearing after data showed more than 10% of Boston Public Schools students experienced homelessness in 2024–25. Local Business & Jobs: Wu highlighted housing as key to building Boston’s economy, pointing to summer tourism gains and ongoing economic headwinds.