The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a proposal designating ISO New England as the independent reviewer of asset condition projects, establishing a new oversight process for transmission infrastructure replacement and reconstruction across the region, according to an Oct. 20 press release from the grid operator. The order, issued on Oct. 16, establishes an independent…...
The U.S. Energy Department on Oct. 20 announced approximately $967 million in additional funding through its Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grant program to modernize electricity infrastructure, improve grid reliability, and help lower electricity costs. The funding will support projects led by states, territories, and tribal governments. The grants will help local authorities address…...
The California Public Utilities Commission on Oct. 19 announced the Rideshare Incentives for Driving Electric program, which will provide financial assistance to eligible rideshare drivers purchasing or leasing zero-emission vehicles. The initiative aims to reduce upfront vehicle costs and support California’s transition to cleaner transportation. Eligible low- and moderate-income drivers working with transportation network companies,…...
The U.S. Energy Department on Oct. 19 announced up to $42 million in funding to advance a proposed 125-mile natural gas pipeline from Pennsylvania to New York. The project aims to expand natural gas deliveries to Northeast markets facing limited access to the fuel, strengthen regional energy security and support infrastructure designated as critical to…...
The U.S. electricity transmission network is undergoing expansion and modernization, supported by billions of dollars in federal funding, completion of…Read the full report …...
The U.S. electricity transmission network is undergoing expansion and modernization, supported by billions of dollars in federal funding, completion of major transmission projects, expanded regional grid planning, and permitting reforms.
The U.S. Energy Department on Oct. 16 announced its intent to provide up to $50 million in federal funding to expand electricity transmission capacity in Virginia and West Virginia. The investment will support upgrades to existing power lines to accommodate rising electricity demand, reduce grid congestion and improve regional grid reliability. Virginia Energy will lead…...
The New York State Public Service Commission on Oct. 15 approved National Grid’s proposed changes to its demand response programs, aiming to reduce peak energy demand and improve program efficiency. The revisions reduce annual testing requirements, lower enrollment thresholds and recommend transitioning multifamily customers from National Grid’s thermostat program to the statewide Excelsior Power Program,…...
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Oct. 15 proposed two measures to streamline oversight of natural gas infrastructure, including changes to environmental reviews and a new authorization framework for liquefied natural gas facilities. The proposals aim to reduce regulatory duplication, simplify approvals, and provide greater certainty for project developers while retaining environmental safeguards. In a…...
The U.S. Energy Department on Oct. 13 announced plans to provide $250 million in federal funding for 84 transmission and distribution projects led by the Tennessee Valley Authority across eight states. The projects are expected to add approximately 2.5 gigawatts of grid capacity, improve reliability, and reduce outages. The total investment is estimated at $581…...
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Oct. 9 partially approved PJM Interconnection proposal to track large electricity users but rejected its proposed capacity requirements and emergency curtailment framework. The decision follows PJM’s warning that it could face a capacity shortfall beginning in the 2027/2028 delivery year due to data center load growth and the pace…...
