Braintree Electric Light Department

Founded in 1891, Braintree Electric Light Department (BELD) is Braintree's nonprofit, municipal power utility, owned and operated by the citizens of Braintree. As our residents always say, "With BELD, the power never goes out for long in Braintree! BELD has earned national and state recognition for innovation in technology and services, and it also sponsors community-enrichment campaigns, including Braintree Drives Electric and Braintree: Open for Business.