Exhibit 99.3

Statement regarding the computation of ratio

NSTAR

Computation of Earnings to Fixed Charges

(Dollars in Thousands)

Fixed Charge Ratio Components	Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2009
Earnings:
Net Income from Continuing Operations	$	247,730
Less: Equity Income from Investees		839
Plus: Distributed Income of Equity Investees		1,678
Income Taxes		149,746
Earnings from Continuing Operations	$	398,315
Fixed Charges:
Interest Expense	$	137,210
Interest Component of Rentals*		8,903
Total Fixed Charges	$	146,113
Earnings from Continuing Operations, plus Fixed Charges	$	544,428
Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges		3.73	x

* Includes 1/3 of rental expense as no readily defined interest element can be determined.