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Washington’s 11th Cap-and-Invest Auction Sells Out, Raises $446 Million

The Washington Department of Ecology on Sept. 10 reported that all available emissions allowances were sold in the state’s 11th quarterly carbon auction, underscoring market confidence. The auction raised an estimated $446 million, which includes $295 million for the state and $151 million to benefit utility ratepayers. This brings the total state proceeds close to…...

President Biden Commits U.S. to Achieve 50 Percent Emissions Reductions in 2030

EPA Court Victory Allows Termination of $20 Billion in Climate Grants

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency secured a favorable ruling on Sept. 2 from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. The court ruled that EPA has the authority to terminate $20 billion in grants awarded under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, a program established by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. The decision…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Offshore Wind 2025 09 02 Blog preview

Shifting Federal Policy Reshapes Offshore Wind Outlook Across the U.S.

The U.S. offshore wind sector is navigating a shifting policy environment amid recent federal actions, which have slowed momentum and increased market uncertainty. These actions have led developers to…Read the full report…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Offshore Wind 2025 09 02 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Shifting Federal Policy Reshapes Offshore Wind Outlook Across the U.S.

The U.S. offshore wind sector is navigating a shifting policy environment amid recent federal actions, which have slowed momentum and increased market uncertainty. These actions have led developers to reassess their timelines and commitments, rendering state efforts and long-term planning increasingly critical.

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Data Centers 2025 08 26 Blog preview

New State Laws Tackle Impact of Data Centers on Electricity Costs and Infrastructure

Several U.S. states have enacted or are considering legislation to manage the electricity costs and infrastructure impacts of large-load customers, particularly data centers. These energy-intensive facilities are expected to…Read the full report…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Data Centers 2025 08 26 Blog preview

Visual Primer: New State Laws Tackle Impact of Data Centers on Electricity Costs and Infrastructure

Several U.S. states have enacted or are considering legislation to manage the electricity costs and infrastructure impacts of large-load customers, particularly data centers. These energy-intensive facilities are expected to consume up to 12 percent of total U.S. electricity by 2028, up from 4.4 percent in 2023, according to the U.S. Energy Department.

SoCal Edison Allowed to Recover Costs For Storage Projects Addressing Reliability Concerns From Natural Gas Shortage

Maryland Regulators Advance Comprehensive Review of Gas System Planning Amid Climate Goals

The Maryland Public Service Commission on Aug. 20 launched a broad review of natural gas system planning practices under its ongoing “Future of Gas” proceeding. The regulator said the initiative is intended to evaluate whether the current long-term capacity, supply, and investment planning processes of natural gas utilities are consistent with the state’s climate commitments…...