Carbon Pricing June 2026 Update
U.S. carbon markets are advancing on multiple fronts, with states tightening emission caps, pursuing market linkage, and…Read the full report …...
Policy Primer: Carbon Pricing June 2026 Update
U.S. carbon markets are advancing on multiple fronts, with states tightening emission caps, pursuing market linkage, and reinforcing long-term compliance frameworks amid strong auction demand and continued legal scrutiny.
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FERC Orders Grid Operators to Revamp Rules for Data Centers and Large Power Users
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on June 18 directed the nation’s six regional grid operators to justify existing rules or propose reforms aimed at accommodating rapidly growing demand from data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other energy-intensive customers. The action reflects mounting concerns that existing transmission planning and service processes are not keeping pace with…...
EnerKnol Marks Successful Collaboration as Regulatory Data Partner at MACRUC 2026
EnerKnol Marks Successful Collaboration as Regulatory Data Partner at MACRUC 2026 EnerKnol congratulates the Mid-Atlantic Conference of Regulatory Utilities Commissioners (MACRUC) on a successful 31st Annual Education Conference, held from June 15 to 18, 2026, at the Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio. The conference brought together regulators, utility executives, policy leaders, and energy stakeholders…...
Texas Approves First-of-Its-Kind Grid Connection Framework for Data Centers and Large Power Users
The Texas Public Utility Commission on June 18 approved a new process developed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to evaluate large electricity users seeking access to the state’s power grid, marking a significant shift in how rapidly growing demand from data centers and other large facilities will be managed. The framework, known as…...
U.S. Interior, Invenergy Reach $765 Million Deal to Terminate Offshore Wind Leases
The U.S. Interior Department on June 17 announced a settlement agreement with affiliates of Invenergy to terminate four offshore wind leases and redirect approximately $765 million toward natural gas-fired generation and geothermal energy projects across several states. Invenergy, one of the nation’s largest privately held energy infrastructure developers, will voluntarily relinquish offshore wind lease holdings…...
Northeast States Advance Offshore Transmission Framework for Future Wind Projects
The New Jersey administration on June 16 joined eight Northeast states and the District of Columbia in releasing a set of reports that lay out technical standards and policy recommendations for developing a more coordinated offshore transmission network along the Atlantic Coast. The reports were prepared by the POINTS Consortium, a research initiative supported by…...
U.S. Energy Department Approves $1.6 Billion Loan for DTE Gas Infrastructure Upgrades
The U.S. Energy Department on June 15 finalized a $1.6 billion loan for DTE Gas Company to modernize natural gas infrastructure in Michigan, a move projected to deliver more than $700 million in savings for customers while improving the reliability of the state’s energy distribution system. The financing, announced through the DOE’s Office of Energy…...
Fueling Policy Insights: EnerKnol at MACRUC 2026 in Columbus
Fueling Policy Insights: EnerKnol at MACRUC 2026 in Columbus Energy leaders are gathering in Ohio as the 31st Annual MACRUC Education Conference takes place from June 15 to 18, 2026. Hosted at the Hilton Columbus Downtown, the event serves as a central hub for regulators, utilities, and policy stakeholders to hold crucial discussions on the…...
Michigan Commission Establishes Energy Affordability Goal for Low-Income Households
The Michigan Public Service Commission on June 11 established a statewide energy affordability goal that aims to reduce the energy burden of low-income households to no more than 6 percent of annual income, creating a new framework for utility assistance programs and customer bill support. The target allocates up to 4 percent of household income…...
New York Launches 5-Gigawatt Nuclear Expansion Framework to Strengthen Grid Reliability
The New York State Public Service Commission on June 11 initiated a proceeding to establish a Nuclear Reliability Backbone, or NRB, framework that could support development of up to 5 gigawatts of new nuclear generation, advancing Governor Kathy Hochul’s strategy to strengthen grid reliability and support the state’s clean energy transition. The initiative will evaluate…...
Growing Scrutiny of PJM Amid Rising Demand, Rates, and Reliability Concerns
PJM Interconnection LLC, which operates the grid across 13 states and the District of Columbia, is pursuing market, planning, and interconnection reforms as rapidly growing demand raises concerns about resource adequacy, infrastructure readiness, and consumer costs. The effort comes amid…Read the full report…...
Visual Primer: Growing Scrutiny of PJM Amid Rising Demand, Rates, and Reliability Concerns
PJM Interconnection LLC, which operates the grid across 13 states and the District of Columbia, is pursuing market, planning, and interconnection reforms as rapidly growing demand raises concerns about resource adequacy, infrastructure readiness, and consumer costs. The effort comes amid growing debate over ensuring reliability, attracting new generation investment, and allocating costs as electricity demand accelerates.
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FERC Approves Temporary PJM Fast-Track Interconnection Process to Accelerate New Generation
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on June 9 approved a proposal from PJM Interconnection to establish a temporary expedited interconnection process aimed at bringing large new power resources online more quickly as electricity demand accelerates across the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest power markets. The new Expedited Interconnection Track will allow up to 10 qualifying projects to…...
U.S. Energy Department Releases Fusion Roadmap to Accelerate Commercial Deployment by Mid-2030s
The U.S. Energy Department on June 9 released a national fusion strategy aimed at accelerating the development and commercialization of fusion energy, with the goal of supporting fusion pilot plants and commercial power generation by the mid-2030s. The initiative outlines federal priorities for research, infrastructure, workforce development, and industry collaboration as the U.S. seeks to…...
New York Grid Faces Reliability Challenges from Data Centers, Electrification, and Resource Retirements: NYISO
New York Independent System Operator on June 9 released its annual Power Trends 2026 report, warning that accelerating electricity demand, growing uncertainty around future load forecasts, and tightening reliability margins are increasing pressure on New York’s electric system. The grid operator outlined an “all-of-the-above” resource strategy that relies on competitive wholesale electricity markets to support…...
States Move to Shield Ratepayers from Data Center Expansion Impacts
Recent legislative and regulatory actions reflect a growing push for stricter oversight of large load customers, as states seek to prevent the…Read the full report…...
Visual Primer: States Move to Shield Ratepayers from Data Center Expansion Impacts
Recent legislative and regulatory actions reflect a growing push for stricter oversight of large load customers, as states seek to prevent the costs of grid upgrades and reliability investments from being shifted onto residential and small-business ratepayers.
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Minnesota Approves New Gas Service Rules to Advance Home Electrification and Gas System Planning
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on June 5 approved new requirements governing how regulated natural gas utilities extend service to new residential customers, advancing a broader effort to align gas system planning with the state’s energy efficiency and decarbonization goals. The action directs customer-funded utility programs toward lower-emission homes while maintaining reliable and affordable energy…
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RGGI Carbon Allowance Price Climbs 40 Percent in Latest Auction
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative participating states on June 5 announced results from the program’s 72nd carbon allowance auction, which cleared at $35 per allowance, generating approximately $642 million for reinvestment in energy efficiency, renewable energy, electrification, greenhouse gas reduction, and customer assistance programs across the region. A total of 18.3 million allowances were sold…...
EnerKnol Strengthens Mid-Atlantic Regulatory Intelligence as MACRUC’s Regulatory Data Partner
EnerKnol Strengthens Mid-Atlantic Regulatory Intelligence as MACRUC’s Regulatory Data Partner Join regulators, utilities, policy leaders, and energy stakeholders at the MACRUC Annual Meeting, happening June 15–18, 2026, at the Hilton Columbus Downtown. Don’t miss these critical discussions shaping the future of energy from the Midwest to the Atlantic. The conference provides an important forum for…...
U.S. Energy Department Awards $500 Million for Coal Plants and Export Infrastructure
The U.S. Department of Energy on June 4 announced up to $500 million in Defense Production Act funding for coal-fired power plants and export infrastructure, advancing the Trump administration’s broader strategy to preserve coal generation as a source of reliable baseload power and a pillar of U.S. energy security. The funding package includes up to…...
U.S., Japan Launch $1 Billion AI Research Partnership Under Genesis Mission
The U.S. Department of Energy and Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry on June 4 announced a $1 billion strategic research partnership that makes Japan the first international participant in the Genesis Mission, a national initiative focused on accelerating scientific discovery through artificial intelligence (AI)…...
New England Wholesale Electricity Costs Rose Nearly 50 Percent in 2025: ISO-NE
ISO New England on June 3 reported that wholesale electricity costs in the six-state region increased sharply in 2025 as higher natural gas prices, carbon pricing programs, and tighter supply conditions pushed electricity market prices higher. The grid operator’s latest Annual Markets Report concluded that wholesale electricity markets remained competitive despite rising costs. Total wholesale…...
Driving Data-Driven Policy: EnerKnol Brings Regulatory Intelligence to WCPSC 2026
Driving Data-Driven Policy: EnerKnol Brings Regulatory Intelligence to WCPSC 2026 The Western Conference of Public Service Commissioners (WCPSC) 2026 Annual Meeting is officially underway at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort, running from May 31 to June 3. The premier event brings together public utility commissioners, regulators, utility executives, policy leaders, and energy stakeholders from across…...
Minnesota Commission Approves Transmission Upgrades to Reduce Grid Congestion
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on May 29 approved a portfolio of transmission upgrades designed to ease grid congestion, lower electricity costs, and improve the delivery of renewable energy across the state. The decision follows the commission’s review of the 2025 Grid Enhancing Technologies Report, submitted by Minnesota’s major transmission owners under a 2024 state…...
California Approves Cap-and-Invest Program Overhaul to Advance 2045 Climate Goals
The California Air Resources Board on May 29 adopted revisions to the state’s Cap-and-Invest Program, strengthening emissions limits through 2045 while expanding consumer protections and support for energy-intensive industries. The updates are intended to keep California on track to meet its climate goals, provide long-term market certainty, and address affordability concerns amid economic uncertainty and…...
Regulators Weigh New Approaches to Utility Gas System Planning
Interest in modernizing gas utility planning continues to grow as regulators, utilities, and other stakeholders assess the implications of decarbonization goals for existing distribution systems. Recent developments reflect efforts to…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Regulators Weigh New Approaches to Utility Gas System Planning
Interest in modernizing gas utility planning continues to grow as regulators, utilities, and other stakeholders assess the implications of decarbonization goals for existing distribution systems. Recent developments reflect efforts to address gas infrastructure planning, customer impacts, and deployment of lower-emission alternatives.
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U.S. EPA Restores Affirmative Defense Protections Under Federal Air Permits
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on May 28 restored affirmative defense protections under federal air permitting regulations following a federal court ruling that overturned a 2023 Biden administration rule. The move relieves manufacturers, power producers, and other industrial facilities from potential liability for excess emissions caused by unavoidable events such as equipment malfunctions, emergencies, or…...
MISO Advances 3.7 GW of Projects Under Accelerated Interconnection Review
The Midcontinent Independent System Operator on May 27 advanced a fourth round of projects under its Expedited Resource Addition Study, or ERAS, program, continuing efforts to speed new generation development as utilities confront rising electricity demand and tightening reserve margins across the Midwest and South. The latest cycle includes seven projects totaling about 3.7 gigawatts…...
Minnesota Commission Approves Xcel Energy’s 600-Megawatt Sherco Battery Project to Support Energy Transition
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on May 26 approved a site permit for Xcel Energy to develop the Sherco South and West Battery Energy Storage Project, a 600-megawatt battery facility planned at the site of the Sherburne County Generating Station in Becker, Minnesota. The decision advances Minnesota’s efforts to replace retiring coal-fired generation with battery…...
Emerging Grid Reliability Challenges in the Western U.S.
Utilities and regulators across the Western U.S. are advancing interconnection reforms, transmission expansion, and wildfire mitigation measures as rapid load growth and climate-related risks place increasing…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Emerging Grid Reliability Challenges in the Western U.S.
Utilities and regulators across the Western U.S. are advancing interconnection reforms, transmission expansion, and wildfire mitigation measures as rapid load growth and climate-related risks place increasing pressure on grid reliability. Recent actions by grid operators, federal regulators, and state policymakers indicate a growing emphasis on modernizing interconnection and transmission planning processes while embedding wildfire resilience into long-term reliability planning.
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Powering Western Energy Policy: EnerKnol Joins WCPSC 2026 as Official Regulatory Data Partner
Powering Western Energy Policy: EnerKnol Joins WCPSC 2026 as Official Regulatory Data Partner This year’s annual meeting will be held at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort in New Mexico on May 31 to June 3, 2026. The conference will bring together public utility commissioners, regulators, utilities, policy leaders, and energy stakeholders from across the…...
Data Centers to Drive Major Surge in U.S. Electricity Demand Through 2050: EIA
The U.S. Energy Information Administration on May 19 highlighted projections showing electricity demand from data center servers rising sharply through 2050, driven by expanding artificial intelligence applications and deployment of high-powered computing infrastructure across the commercial sector. In its Annual Energy Outlook 2026, released April 8, the agency projects server-related electricity consumption could climb to…...
EnerKnol Brings Regulatory Data Intelligence to WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting
EnerKnol Brings Regulatory Data Intelligence to WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting The EnerKnol team will attend the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place from May 31 to June 3, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort in New Mexico. As the official Regulatory Data Partner of WCPSC, EnerKnol looks forward to connecting with regulators, utilities, and…...
Minnesota Tightens Safeguards to Protect Households from Large Power Demand Costs
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on May 18 approved a broad set of safeguards governing how Xcel Energy may serve future high-demand electricity customers, including data centers and industrial facilities, as Minnesota prepares for rapid growth in electricity demand. The action implements a state law requiring very large customers to pay the full costs associated…...
Low-Carbon Fuel Policies Gain Momentum at Federal and State Levels
Recent developments in the low-carbon fuel sector reflect efforts to expand domestic biofuel production and advance market-based clean fuel programs designed to…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Low-Carbon Fuel Policies Gain Momentum at Federal and State Levels
Recent developments in the low-carbon fuel sector reflect efforts to expand domestic biofuel production and advance market-based clean fuel programs designed to reduce transportation emissions.
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New York Regulators Grant Limited Temporary Rate Increase for Avangrid Utilities, Extend Review
The New York State Public Service Commission on May 14 approved temporary delivery rate increases for New York State Electric & Gas Corporation (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation (RG&E) that are significantly lower than the utilities’ requested hikes, giving regulators additional time to review one of the largest utility rate cases in recent…...
U.S. EPA Seeks Two-Year Delay of Vehicle Emissions Standards, Citing $1.7 Billion in Savings
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on May 14 proposed a two-year delay of Biden-era vehicle emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles, extending compliance deadlines from model year 2027 to model year 2029 as the Trump administration moves to ease regulatory pressure on automakers and lower vehicle costs. The proposal is part of a broader…...
California Announces $1 Billion Electric Truck Rebate Program
The California Air Resources Board on May 13 announced the launch of a $1 billion rebate program for electric medium- and heavy-duty trucks through the California Clean Fuel Reward program. The initiative is funded by the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, or LCFS, program with more than $1 billion in total rebate funding expected through 2030…....
EnerKnol Joins Industry Leaders at the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting
EnerKnol Joins Industry Leaders at the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting The energy sector is navigating a period of significant transformation. To participate in these crucial conversations, the EnerKnol team will be attending the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting. The event takes place from May 31 to June 3 at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort in New…...
Transmission Expansion Efforts Accelerate as Load Growth Reshapes Grid Planning
Rapid growth in electricity demand is reshaping transmission planning across the U.S., prompting new…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Transmission Expansion Efforts Accelerate as Load Growth Reshapes Grid Planning
Rapid growth in electricity demand is reshaping transmission planning across the U.S., prompting new strategies and technology solutions to optimize the capacity and efficiency of existing infrastructure.
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U.S. Energy Department Awards $36 Million for Bakken Oil Recovery Project in North Dakota
The U.S. Energy Department on May 8 selected the University of North Dakota’s Energy and Environmental Research Center for a $36 million federal award to advance enhanced oil recovery technologies in the Bakken shale formation, supporting efforts to expand domestic crude production and increase the use of captured carbon dioxide in energy operations. The initiative…...
PJM Forecasts Summer Peak Demand Near 156,400 MW, Warns of Tightening Reserves
PJM Interconnection on May 7 released its summer reliability forecast projecting sufficient electricity supplies to meet expected peak demand across its 13-state region, while warning that tightening reserve margins and extreme weather conditions could increase reliability risks during periods of elevated electricity use. The grid operator expects summer electricity demand to peak near 156,400 megawatts…...
PJM Launches Major Capacity Market Reform Review as Grid Reliability Concerns Grow
PJM Interconnection on May 6 launched a broad review of its wholesale electricity markets with the release of a report outlining long-term options for maintaining grid reliability amid surging power demand, rising costs, and weakening investor confidence. The paper, titled “Powering Reliability Through Market Design,” assesses whether the existing capacity market can continue to support…...
New Jersey Opens Major Utility Business Model Review Amid Rising Power Bills
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities on May 5 announced plans to launch a comprehensive review of how the state’s electric utilities operate, recover costs, and earn revenue, opening one of the most significant regulatory examinations undertaken in New Jersey in decades. The effort follows the agency’s April 22 approval of an independent consultant…...
New England Grid Operator Forecasts 9 Percent Demand Growth Through 2035 as Electrification Accelerates
ISO New England on May 1 released its 2026–2035 Forecast Report of Capacity, Energy, Loads, and Transmission, projecting that regional electricity consumption will increase about 9 percent over the next decade, signaling a reversal of long-standing declines and highlighting growing winter reliability pressures. The grid operator projects net annual electricity use will rise from 116,679…...
States Turn to Virtual Power Plants to Support Grid Operations Amid Growing Demand
Virtual power plant (VPP) initiatives are expanding across U.S. states as customer-owned generation and storage are increasingly viewed as…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: States Turn to Virtual Power Plants to Support Grid Operations Amid Growing Demand
Virtual power plant (VPP) initiatives are expanding across U.S. states as customer-owned generation and storage are increasingly viewed as dispatchable grid assets to manage peak demand, support reliability, and meet rising electricity demand.
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EnerKnol to Showcase Regulatory Intelligence at WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting
EnerKnol to Showcase Regulatory Intelligence at WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting The EnerKnol team is headed to the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort in New Mexico for the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place May 31 – June 3. As the official Regulatory Data Partner of WCPSC, EnerKnol remains dedicated to empowering regulators, utilities, and stakeholders with…...
California Regulator Shifts $1.4 Billion Climate Credits to Peak Months to Cut Energy Bill Spikes
The California Public Utilities Commission on April 30 approved a change in how the state’s Climate Credit is delivered, moving the bill relief to months when household energy costs are typically highest. The adjustment is intended to improve affordability by aligning financial support with periods of peak electricity and heating demand, without requiring any action…...
Generation Projects Totaling 220 Gigawatts Enter PJM Queue Under New Interconnection Framework
PJM Interconnection on April 29 reported that 811 generation projects totaling about 220 gigawatts have applied to connect to its system under the first cycle of a redesigned interconnection process, marking a shift toward faster and more predictable project reviews as electricity demand accelerates. The application window closed April 27, and the grid operator has…...
BLM Oil and Gas Lease Sale in the Dakotas Generates Over $44 Million
The Bureau of Land Management on April 28 completed an oil and gas lease sale covering 23 parcels across North Dakota and South Dakota, generating a record high of nearly $44.4 million in total receipts and leasing almost 9,000 acres. The lease sale was conducted under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which resets the…...
Policy Actions Delay Planned U.S. Coal Plant Retirements Over Reliability Concerns
Policy actions are delaying planned U.S. coal plant retirements, keeping plants operating beyond scheduled closures to…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Policy Actions Delay Planned U.S. Coal Plant Retirements Over Reliability Concerns
Policy actions are delaying planned U.S. coal plant retirements, keeping plants operating beyond scheduled closures to support grid reliability amid rising electricity demand. In 2025, 8 gigawatts (GW) of coal capacity was expected to be retired, but only 2.6 GW were shut down, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA).
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New York Grid Operator Warns of Record-Low Summer Reliability Margin
New York Independent System Operator on April 24 released its annual Summer Reliability Assessment, identifying a tightening supply cushion ahead of peak demand season. The grid operator projects a baseline reliability margin of 417 megawatts (MW), marking the lowest level in recent history and signaling growing pressure on the state’s power system. The assessment indicates…...
EnerKnol Team On-Site at the CBA Environmental Energy and Resources Law Summit 2026
EnerKnol Team On-Site at the CBA Environmental Energy and Resources Law Summit 2026 EnerKnol is attending the CBA Environmental Energy and Resources Law Summit, taking place April 27–28, 2026, at the Halifax Convention Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The summit will bring together legal professionals, regulators, and industry leaders to discuss key developments shaping energy…...
New York Approves 343 Megawatts of Wind and Solar to Boost Clean Energy and Local Investment
The New York State Department of Public Service on April 22 announced that the New York State Office of Renewable Energy Siting and Electric Transmission issued final siting permits to AES Clean Power for three renewable energy projects totaling 343 megawatts across Clinton, Jefferson, and Lewis counties. The approvals mark a continued push to expand…...
Trump Invokes Defense Production Act to Expand Energy Production, Infrastructure, Supply Chains
President Donald Trump on April 20 issued a series of presidential determinations under the Defense Production Act directing the U.S. Department of Energy to accelerate domestic energy production, infrastructure, and supply chains, citing urgent national security risks tied to inadequate capacity and foreign dependence. The action follows Executive Order 14156, which declared a national energy…...
Federal Actions Signal Reforms to Streamline Oil and Gas Permitting
Recent legislative and regulatory actions signal a broader shift toward streamlining permitting and modernizing environmental reviews, supporting increased…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Federal Actions Signal Reforms to Streamline Oil and Gas Permitting
Recent legislative and regulatory actions signal a broader shift toward streamlining permitting and modernizing environmental reviews, supporting increased oil and gas production and accelerating infrastructure development.
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PJM Highlights $11.8 Billion Transmission Plan Amid Rising Power Demand
PJM Interconnection on April 17 released its 2025 Regional Transmission Expansion Plan report, outlining a significant pipeline of transmission investments and planning reforms aimed at maintaining grid reliability across its multi-state footprint. The grid operator identified 122 new baseline transmission projects with an estimated cost of $11.8 billion to address shifting power flows and system…...
Texas Regulator Issues Wildfire Mitigation Plan Blueprint for Electric Utilities
The Public Utility Commission of Texas on April 17 introduced a standardized blueprint and guidelines for electric utilities to develop wildfire mitigation plans, aiming to strengthen grid reliability and reduce wildfire risk across the state. The action follows a rule adopted in November 2025 requiring utilities to prepare plans addressing wildfire threats to electric infrastructure…...
EnerKnol to Join Western Energy Leaders at the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting
EnerKnol to Join Western Energy Leaders at the WCPSC 2026 Annual Meeting As the energy landscape across the western United States undergoes rapid transformation, staying ahead of regulatory shifts is more critical than ever. To engage with these pressing industry changes, EnerKnol will be attending the Western Conference of Public Service Commissioners (WCPSC) 2026 Annual…...
New York Adopts Strict Cybersecurity Rules for Utilities
The New York Public Service Commission on April 16 adopted comprehensive cybersecurity regulations for electric, gas, steam, and water utilities, establishing one of the most stringent frameworks in the U.S. to safeguard critical infrastructure and customer data. The action advances statutory requirements under state law directing utilities to strengthen privacy protections while addressing growing cyber…...
Williams Begins Construction of Northeast Gas Pipeline Project
Williams Companies on April 14 broke ground on the Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline designed to transport natural gas from Pennsylvania into New York City and Long Island. Federal officials participated in the groundbreaking ceremony, underscoring renewed momentum for a long-delayed natural gas expansion. The project, an expansion of the existing Transco natural gas pipeline system,…...
New York Announces $150 Million Funding for Heat Pumps in Residential Buildings
New York Governor Kathy Hochul on April 13 announced up to $150 million in supplemental funding to accelerate the deployment of energy-efficient heat pump systems across small residential buildings statewide, advancing the state’s broader push toward building electrification and emissions reduction. The funding will be administered by New York State Homes and Community Renewal through…...
Meet the EnerKnol Team at the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference
Meet the EnerKnol Team at the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference With the regulatory landscape continuously evolving, the Energy Bar Association will host its 2026 Annual Meeting and Conference on April 14–15, 2026, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. The event will bring together attorneys, regulators and energy professionals to discuss key developments shaping energy…...
State Actions Signal Growing Momentum for Community Solar
The regulatory landscape for distributed energy is evolving to…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: State Actions Signal Growing Momentum for Community Solar
The regulatory landscape for distributed energy is evolving to address changing grid needs and expand access to solar power.
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EPA Revises Oil and Gas Rules, Estimates $2.5 Billion Savings in Compliance Costs
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on April 6 finalized revisions to its 2024 Clean Air Act standards for oil and natural gas operations, commonly referred to as OOOOb/c, easing certain requirements to reduce compliance costs and operational constraints for industry participants. The action modifies provisions in the Biden administration’s regulations governing emissions from new and…...
Nuclear Power Attracts Data Centers
As hyperscale data centers reshape electricity load profiles, nuclear power is emerging as a scalable, zero-carbon source of reliable, dispatchable power source critical to strengthening grid stability. The current momentum behind…Read the full report…...
Visual Primer: Nuclear Power Attracts Data Centers
As hyperscale data centers reshape electricity load profiles, nuclear power is emerging as a scalable, zero-carbon source of reliable, dispatchable power source critical to strengthening grid stability. The current momentum behind nuclear power reflects a convergence of AI-driven data center growth, mounting reliability constraints in existing power systems, and technology companies turning to firm energy sources.
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Minnesota Regulator Approves Xcel Energy Virtual Power Plant to Deploy 200-Megawatts of Battery Storage
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on April 3 approved Xcel Energy’s phase 2 of its Capacity Connect initiative, advancing a plan to build a distributed network of battery storage systems designed to support grid reliability and clean energy integration. The program establishes a utility-owned virtual power plant, or VPP, by linking multiple smaller battery units…...
EnerKnol is heading to Washington, D.C. for the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference!
EnerKnol is heading to Washington, D.C. for the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference! As the energy sector faces a tidal wave of regulatory reform, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just news, it requires actionable intelligence. We are thrilled to join the nation’s leading legal and energy minds at the Omni Shoreham…...
Southwest Power Pool Expands into Western Interconnection
Southwest Power Pool on April 2 announced the launch of expanded grid operations that extend its service territory into the Western Interconnection, making it the first U.S. grid operator to span two major power systems. The organization’s expanded operations officially began at midnight central time on April 1, following months of coordinated testing, simulation, and…...
FERC Accepts First Phase of New England Grid Operator’s Capacity Market Reforms
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on March 31 accepted the first phase of capacity market reforms proposed by ISO New England, advancing efforts to align the region’s power market design with a rapidly changing resource mix. The decision marks a key milestone in a multi-year stakeholder process aimed at improving reliability outcomes and ensuring consumers…...
EnerKnol Team to attend the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference
EnerKnol Team to attend the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference EnerKnol will attend the 2026 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference, taking place April 14 to 15, 2026, at the Omni Shoreham in Washington, D.C. The event convenes attorneys, regulators, and energy professionals from across the country to discuss key developments shaping energy law and…...
States Accelerate Grid-Scale Energy Storage to Strengthen Reliability and Save Costs
Efforts to accelerate grid-scale battery storage are expanding as the technology is increasingly deployed as an effective tool for…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: States Accelerate Grid-Scale Energy Storage to Strengthen Reliability and Save Costs
Efforts to accelerate grid-scale battery storage are expanding as the technology is increasingly deployed as an effective tool for peak demand management, lowering system costs and improving resilience.
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Michigan Regulator Approves $276.6 Million Consumers Energy Rate Increase to Boost Grid Reliability
The Michigan Public Service Commission on March 27 approved a rate increase for Consumers Energy to support continued investments in electric grid reliability and reduce outage frequency and duration. The decision authorizes a $276.6 million increase in base rates, including $21.7 million in deferred operations and maintenance expenses and $14.6 million tied to cloud computing…...
PJM Moves to Fast-Track Data Center Connections as Power Demand Surges
PJM Interconnection and its stakeholders on March 26 advanced a set of proposals aimed at accelerating the connection of large-load customers, including data centers, while addressing mounting reliability and affordability concerns. The grid operator’s Markets and Reliability Committee approved two issue charges to examine a “connect-and-manage” approach, establishing a dedicated senior task force set to…...
U.S. Energy Department Announces $50 Million for Tribal Energy Projects Across Indian Country
The U.S. Energy Department on March 25 announced a $50 million funding opportunity to support tribal-led energy development, with a focus on expanding access to affordable, reliable, and secure power across Indian Country. The funding will be directed toward both community-scale projects and early-stage planning for larger developments that can drive long-term economic growth. The…...