MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) – Representatives of the Northern Pass project are exploring the possibility of installing broadband technology as part of the power project planned in northern New Hampshire.
An official said a high-capacity, reliable broadband system has been a major impediment to economic development efforts in the area.
Gary Long of Public Service of New Hampshire said Wednesday the intent is to provide “backbone” fiber infrastructure and partner with state and local telecom providers for service to business and residential customers. PSNH is a subsidiary of one of the companies involved in the power project.
Berlin Mayor Paul Grenier said the addition of broadband capacity through the electric transmission project would be a great benefit to the region. He says Berlin has lost out on major employers because it doesn’t have enough broadband.