Braintree Electric Light Department Employee Directory
UtilitiesMassachusetts, United States51-200 Employees
Braintree Electric Light Department (BELD) is a local electric utility serving the town of Braintree, Massachusetts. Founded in 1892 by Thomas Watson, it ranks among the oldest municipal electric departments in the United States. Its mission emphasizes delivering safe, reliable, and economical energy and related services while maintaining responsive public service to the community. BELD operates within the utilities sector as the electric service provider for the town of Braintree. In 2025 it received a Diamond-level Safety Award from the American Public Power Association in recognition of safety performance. The utility has also launched community initiatives, such as Braintree: Open for Business in 2023 and a partnership with EnergySage to help residents pursue solar options.