Across the U.S., state regulators are overhauling natural gas utility rules, ending subsidies for new connections and exploring pilot programs that transition neighborhoods to zero-emission energy, as they…Read the full report …...
Across the U.S., state regulators are overhauling natural gas utility rules, ending subsidies for new connections and exploring pilot programs that transition neighborhoods to zero-emission energy, as they race to meet aggressive climate targets.
The Department of the Interior on Aug. 7 initiated a full review of offshore wind energy regulations to ensure they align with the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act and the nation’s current energy priorities under the Trump administration. The review will focus on the Renewable Energy Modernization Rule, financial assurance requirements, and decommissioning cost estimates…...
Across the U.S., states are accelerating efforts to deploy large-scale energy storage through streamlined permitting, competitive solicitations, and…Read the full report …...
Across the U.S., states are accelerating efforts to deploy large-scale energy storage through streamlined permitting, competitive solicitations, and new incentive programs. Energy storage can serve multiple functions in managing energy supply and demand, including balancing the variability of intermittent renewables and improving grid-operating capabilities.
2025 NARUC Data Access Webinar – Consent-Based Data-Sharing The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) will host a webinar on August 12, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. The webinar will break down the process of consent-based data sharing and systematically address the components of effective data sharing, including the use of…...
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Aug. 4 announced a loan agreement between the Public Utility Commission and NRG Energy Inc. under the Texas Energy Fund, or TEF, to support a 456-megawatt (MW) natural gas-fired power plant in Houston. This marks the second loan agreement under the TEF’s In-ERCOT Generation Loan Program, designed to provide low-interest…...
Transmission planning efforts across the U.S. increasingly reflect a focus on regional coordination and proactive infrastructure buildout, driven by rising energy demand and electrification. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) latest update to its…Read the full report …...
Transmission planning efforts across the U.S. increasingly reflect a focus on regional coordination and proactive infrastructure buildout, driven by rising energy demand and electrification. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) latest update to its landmark transmission planning rule affirms the role of states in transmission planning, while several states are also advancing measures to streamline permitting and accelerate project development.
2025 NARUC Webinar: Electric System Resilience from the Consumer Perspective The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) will host a free webinar that will include a panel of consumer advocates who will share specific resilience needs in their jurisdictions and how these are addressed, including lessons learned from previous efforts. This discussion will be…...
2025 NARUC -National Energy Summit for States: Navigating Energy Trends and Federal Programs The 2025 National Energy Summit for States, organized by the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), will take place on May 28–29, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The event is designed exclusively for state and federal government policymakers, regulators, and program staff…....
The UK’s Office of Gas and Electricity Markets on July 30 initiated a broad review into how costs are allocated across the energy system, aiming to assess the fairness and efficiency of existing pricing structures for consumers. The effort, titled the Cost Allocation and Recovery Review, will examine the full spectrum of energy system costs,…...
EnerKnol Wraps Up Another Successful Year at NARUC Summer Policy Summit 2025 EnerKnol was proud to once again participate in the NARUC Summer Policy Summit, held July 27–30, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. Our ongoing presence at NARUC reflects our commitment to supporting utility regulators, policymakers, and industry leaders with fast, reliable regulatory intelligence. As a…...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on July 29 unveiled a proposal to rescind the 2009 endangerment finding, a legal foundation that has enabled federal regulation of greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles for over a decade. Announced by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, the proposal seeks to eliminate the statutory basis for more than $1 trillion in…...
New York Governor Kathy Hochul on July 28 announced the launch of the state’s first Bulk Energy Storage Request for Proposals, aiming to procure one gigawatt of storage capacity as part of the state’s broader goal to deploy six gigawatts of energy storage by 2030. Administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development…...
PJM Interconnection LLC’s capacity market auction for the 2026/2027 delivery year cleared at $329.17 per megawatt-day (MW-day), nearly 22 percent higher than the clearing price in the previous auction. The clearing price hit the cap recently approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to…Read the full report…...
PJM Interconnection LLC's capacity market auction for the 2026/2027 delivery year cleared at $329.17 per megawatt-day (MW-day), nearly 22 percent higher than the clearing price in the previous auction. The clearing price hit the cap recently approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to bring stability to the market after last year’s unprecedented ninefold price surge.
Meet EnerKnol at NARUC’s Summer Policy Summit It’s Day 2 of the NARUC 2025 Winter Policy Summit in Boston, and EnerKnol is thrilled to be part of the action. This summit gathers regulators, utility leaders, and policymakers from across the country to address the most pressing issues shaping the future of energy. Stop by the…...
The Western Energy Markets Governing Body on July 23 has taken a significant step under the California Independent System Operator’s new independent governance framework by voting to preserve a key grid reliability tool, Assistance Energy Transfers, or AET, within the Western Energy Imbalance Market. The mechanism, introduced in 2023, allows balancing authorities to receive emergency…...
PJM Interconnection LLC’s capacity market auction for the 2026/2027 delivery year cleared at a record-high price of $329.17 per megawatt-day (MW-day), about 22 percent higher than last year’s auction, according to the results announced on July 22. The clearing price hit the price cap approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission following a ninefold increase…...
U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4 signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping reconciliation measure that fundamentally reshapes federal energy policy. The law dramatically shrinks the…Read the full report …...
U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4 signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping reconciliation measure that fundamentally reshapes federal energy policy. The law dramatically shrinks the window for wind and solar projects to qualify for federal tax credits, and expands fossil fuel development on federal lands, reshaping the outlook for energy transition investments across the U.S.
Meet EnerKnol at NARUC’s Summer Policy Summit – July 27–30, 2025 EnerKnol is excited to join the NARUC 2025 Summer Policy Summit, taking place July 27–30, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. This summit brings together regulators, utility executives, and policy leaders to explore the key issues shaping the future of energy. EnerKnol will be at the…...
The New York State Public Service Commission on July 17 directed Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation to implement new measures over the next three years to reduce natural gas usage in its service territory. The order, issued as part of the utility’s final long-term gas plan, requires the company to develop pilot demand response…...
The U.S. Interior Department on July 17 announced that it has revised its procedures for states applying to federal programs intended at cleaning up abandoned oil and gas wells. The updated guidance modifies two grant programs—the $1.93 billion Orphaned Wells State Formula Grant Program and $780 million Orphaned Wells State Matching Grant Program. The revisions…...
The U.S. Energy Department on July 16 announced a pilot program to fast-track the expansion of advanced nuclear reactors and support domestic nuclear fuel supply chains. The department issued a request for applications from qualified U.S. businesses to construct and operate nuclear fuel production lines through its authorization process. This initiative aims to cut U.S…....
Brookfield Asset Management, through its subsidiary Brookfield Renewable, has signed a landmark agreement with Google to provide up to 3,000 megawatts of carbon-free hydroelectric capacity across the U.S. The Hydro Framework Agreement, announced on July 15, is the largest corporate clean power deal for hydropower to date. On the same day, at the first Energy…...
The total operating capacity of U.S. coal-fired power stations is set to decrease from 172 gigawatts (GW) during May 2025 to 145 GW by the end of 2028, according to a July 14 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Coal usage in the U.S. electric power sector has declined significantly over the last…...
The Government of Canada and the Government of the Northwest Territories on July 14 launched a new initiative to apply artificial intelligence and digital scanning to historic drill core samples, aiming to uncover untapped mineral resources in the North and accelerate exploration of critical minerals. As part of the pilot, geoscientists will scan and analyze…...
The U.S. Energy Department on July 11 announced the approval of an exchange from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, or SPR, with ExxonMobil Corporation to tackle logistical complexities affecting crude oil deliveries to the firm’s Baton Rouge refinery. The action will help maintain robust regional supply of transportation fuels across Louisiana and the wider Gulf Coast…....
State regulators are modernizing long-term resource planning frameworks for electric utilities to ensure greater flexibility, transparency, and alignment with evolving technologies, climate goals, and policy priorities. Integrated resource plans (IRPs) provide a…Read the full report…...
State regulators are modernizing long-term resource planning frameworks for electric utilities to ensure greater flexibility, transparency, and alignment with evolving technologies, climate goals, and policy priorities. Integrated resource plans (IRPs) provide a structured approach to identify the optimal mix of generation, storage, and demand-side resources needed to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to customers over a long-term planning horizon.
U.S. crude oil and natural gas production growth is projected to remain relatively high through 2030, according to a July 11 report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This growth is largely driven by rising exports of petroleum products and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Advances in drilling technologies, particularly horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, have…...
Visit EnerKnol’s Booth at NARUC’s 2025 Summer Policy Summit Continuing its long-standing participation, EnerKnol is proud to be one of the sponsors of this year’s NARUC Summer Policy Summit, taking place July 27–30, 2025, in Boston, MA. With less than two weeks to go, the countdown is on for one of the most impactful gatherings…...
California is projected to lose 17 percent of its oil refinery capacity within the next 12 months due to the planned shutdown of two refineries, according to a July 10 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. If these closures proceed as expected, they could lead to increased fuel price volatility across the West…...
The U.S. Interior Department on July 7 proposed key updates to Bureau of Land Management (BLM) oil and gas regulations aimed at streamlining the process for operators to commingle production from multiple leases. These changes would carry out the One Big Beautiful Bill’s directive for the department to approve onshore commingling applications. Producing oil and…...
The U.S. imported around 17 percent of its domestic energy supply during 2024, according to a July 7 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This marks the lowest share since 1985 and half the record share set during 2006. The reduction in the share of imports over the past two decades is due…...
The Kansas Corporation Commission on July 7 approved two settlement agreements allowing Evergy Kansas Central to recover the costs of constructing two natural gas plants and a utility-scale solar facility. The projects aim to address rising electricity demand and improve grid reliability across the state. Evergy, which provides electric service in Kansas and Missouri, filed…...
The Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) has announced its commitment to the California Independent System Operator’s extended day-ahead market, or EDAM. PNM’s commitment, formalized with a signed agreement, initiates an important step in the governance of the Western Energy Markets. Although PNM will join EDAM in 2027, the governance change takes effect immediately…....
U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4 signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping reconciliation measure that fundamentally reshapes federal energy policy. Backed by President Donald Trump and Republican leadership, the legislation takes down many of the clean energy incentives established under the Inflation Reduction Act while accelerating fossil fuel development on public…...
EnerKnol to Join NARUC Summer Policy Summit 2025 in Boston For many years, EnerKnol has been a proud sponsor of NARUC’s meetings. This July, EnerKnol will once again join NARUC Summer Policy Summit. The event will be held in Boston, MA, from July 27–30, 2025. The NARUC’s Summer Policy Summit is packed with powerful sessions…...
Across the country, new measures are reshaping the retail energy landscape, focusing on stronger consumer protections and stricter market rules. Recent laws and regulations address concerns related to…Read the full report…...
Across the country, new measures are reshaping the retail energy landscape, focusing on stronger consumer protections and stricter market rules. Recent laws and regulations address concerns related to contract renewals, supplier exits, and accountability in competitive electricity markets.
U.S. operable atmospheric distillation capacity, the key measure of refinery capacity, totalled 18.4 million barrels per calendar year (b/cd) on Jan. 1, 2025, flat compared to the previous year, according to a June 30 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. In 2025, ExxonMobil, Valero, and Marathon—the three largest U.S. refiners—each reported calendar day…...
2025 NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Accounting and Finance Summer Webinar The NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Accounting and Finance will hold a free webinar focusing on how artificial intelligence (AI) and structured data, such as XBRL, are helping state utility commissions enhance their work. Topics will include tools, use cases, data policies, and the AXIS™ Framework,…...
Electricity demand in the PJM Interconnection and ISO New England (ISO-NE) hit multiyear highs on June 23 and June 24 respectively, according to a June 27 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The significant demand increase can be attributed to a heat wave that impacted most of the Eastern U.S. Electricity load in…...
The California Air Resources Board announced on June 27 that the amended Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) will go into effect on July 1, 2025, following approval by the Office of Administrative Law. The updated regulation is designed to boost investment in clean fuels and transportation infrastructure while advancing the state’s legally mandated air quality…...
Commercial computing electricity consumption is expected to increase at a faster rate than any other end use in buildings by 2050, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Computing accounted for a projected eight percent of commercial sector electricity usage during 2024 and is expected to increase to 20 percent by 2050. The agency forecasts…...
The U.S. is undergoing a broad nuclear energy revival as federal and state actions set the stage for expanding new generation to meet surging electricity demand driven by AI, electrification, and industrial growth. Nuclear power is rapidly gaining prominence as…Read the full report…...
The U.S. is undergoing a broad nuclear energy revival as federal and state actions set the stage for expanding new generation to meet surging electricity demand driven by AI, electrification, and industrial growth. Nuclear power is rapidly gaining prominence as a reliable, dispatchable, zero-emission energy source critical to strengthen grid stability.
The U.S. Energy Department has been issuing emergency orders to address potential grid shortfall issues amid surging power demand in the summer season. The latest order, issued on June 24, authorizes Duke Energy Carolina to temporarily utilize certain electric generating units within its service territory in North Carolina and South Carolina to operate at their…...
Qatar exported around 9.3 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) through the Strait of Hormuz during 2024, according to a June 24 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The strait remains a key supply route for global LNG, as well as oil and petroleum products. During 2024, around…...
U.S. residential customers are expected to receive an average monthly electricity bill of $178 for the summer 2025 period, up by $5 compared to the same period last year, according to a June 23 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The agency expects a slight decline in usage due to cooler projected summer…...
U.S. energy production exceeded consumption for the sixth consecutive year during 2024, according to a June 20 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The increase in energy production, most notably natural gas and crude oil production can be attributed to enhancements in drilling techniques such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. The U.S…....
2025 NARUC Data Access Webinar – Energy Consumption Data: What is it and why do we care? The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) will host a Data Access Webinar on July 8, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET. This event is free and open to all state agency staff. The webinar will…...
Across the U.S., accelerating electrification and large-load growth driven by data center expansion are contributing to higher demand projections, while generator retirements are…Read the full report…...
Across the U.S., accelerating electrification and large-load growth driven by data center expansion are contributing to higher demand projections, while generator retirements are outpacing the addition of new supply. These converging trends are tightening reliability margins and increasing the risk of resource adequacy shortfalls.
U.S. ethane exports are expected to decline by 80,000 barrels per day (b/d) during 2025 and by 177,000 b/d in 2026, according to a June 18 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The decline can be attributed to new licensing requirements for U.S. ethane exports to China. The licensing requirement, announced by the…...
The U.S. Interior Department on June 17 announced it is taking action to issue a new Integrated Activity Plan that aligns with its 2020 plan for managing the 23-million-acre National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. A draft analysis issued for public comment supports a new alternative that would reopen up to 82 percent of the reserve…...
The price of Brent crude oil rose from $69 per barrel (b) on June 12 to $74/b on June 13, according to a June 16 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The price increase can be attributed to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran are heightening concerns about the security of the oil…...
The Maryland Public Service Commission on June 13 issued an order ending subsidies for new natural gas line extensions, a move that significantly alters how utilities recover infrastructure costs and aligns gas planning with the state’s decarbonization laws. The decision directs that new customers must pay the full cost of connecting to the gas system,…...
Recent carbon market auctions have delivered mixed results underscoring the growing impact of…Read the full report …...
Recent carbon market auctions have delivered mixed results underscoring the growing impact of federal policy shifts on regional emissions trading programs.
The U.S. Interior Department announced on June 12 a proposed rule to withdraw the 2024 “Ten-Day Notices and Corrective Action” rule. The 2024 rule, implemented by the previous administration, introduced definitions and deadlines that undermine clear intent of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977, which designates states as the primary regulators of…...
From EnerKnol and 1Businessworld: Thank you for making New York Energy Week 2025 a Success New York Energy Week (NYEW) 2025 took place from Monday, June 9, through Friday, June 13, across various locations in New York City. The event once again proved to be a powerful platform where the energy community came together to…...
U.S. companies have finalized four 20-year agreements with Japan’s JERA Co. to supply up to 5.5 million tons per year of liquefied natural gas, according to a June 11 press release from the U.S. Energy Department. The deals are expected to support over 50,000 U.S. jobs and contribute more than $200 billion to U.S. GDP,…...
The Washington Department of Ecology on June 11 reported that all available emissions allowances were sold in the state’s tenth quarterly carbon auction, reinforcing the program’s stability and effectiveness. With this auction, total revenue generated for climate-focused initiatives has now reached nearly $3.2 billion since the program was launched in early 2023. The latest auction…...
Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind has filed a petition with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities requesting consent to terminate its 1,509.6-megawatt offshore wind contract off the coast of New Jersey, citing legal and financial impracticability stemming from a federal permitting freeze and inflationary pressures. The request follows the withdrawal of a critical air permit…...
Amazon announced a landmark plan on June 9 to invest at least $20 billion in Pennsylvania to expand its data center infrastructure, aiming to support the accelerating demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing technologies. The initiative marks the largest private sector investment in the state’s history and is expected to create over 1,250…...
U.S. total energy production surpassed 103 quadrillion British thermal units in 2024, up one percent from the previous record set last year, according to a June 9 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Solar, wind, biofuels, natural gas, natural gas plant liquids, crude oil each reached domestic production highs in 2024. The largest…...
Crude oil production in the Federal Offshore Gulf of America is projected to average 1.80 million barrels per day (b/d) during 2025 and 1.81 million b/d during 2026, marginally higher than 1.77 million b/d during 2024, according to a June 6 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The agency projects natural gas production…...
As U.S. states sharpen their focus on grid reliability and decarbonization, energy storage efforts are advancing through…Read the full report …...
As U.S. states sharpen their focus on grid reliability and decarbonization, energy storage efforts are advancing through structured procurement programs, utility-specific targets, and streamlined regulatory processes.
The 68th quarterly carbon auction of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, or RGGI, the nation’s first market-based emissions regulation program, sold all of the more than 15.2 million CO2 allowances offered at a clearing price of $19.63, according to results released on June 6. This is slightly below the $19.76 clearing price in the previous…...
NEW YORK ENERGY WEEK: The Ultimate Convergence of the Global Energy Ecosystem New York Energy Week (NYEW) 2025 begins today, Monday, June 9, and runs through Friday, June 13, in various locations across New York City. This event will bring together energy professionals, government leaders, investors, and innovators to talk about the future of energy…....
The U.S. Interior Department on June 4 announced the availability of over $119 million in fiscal year 2025 abandoned mine land reclamation fee-based grants for eligible tribes and states. The announcement is in sync with U.S. President Donald Trump’s commitment to unleashing American energy and revitalizing the U.S. coal industry. AML reclamation assists with employment…...
U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel production declined significantly during the first quarter of 2025, due to negative profit margins and ambiguity regarding federal biofuel tax credits, according to a June 4 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The agency projects production of both fuels to rise during the remainder of 2025, but biodiesel…...
U.S. crude oil production has increased by more than threefold since January 2010, in line with tight oil production growth in the Permian region, according to a June 2 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Onshore crude oil production entails both newer tight oil production, mostly from horizontally drilled wells and legacy oil…...
The U.S. Energy Department on May 29 approved a final authorization for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to non-free trade agreement (non-FTA) countries from Port Arthur LNG Phase II, Texas. This is the first final LNG export approval under U.S. President Donald Trump’s authority and outlines a significant step in reinstating LNG export permits, reversing…...
ISO New England Internal Market Monitor (IMM) reported that the region’s wholesale electricity markets remained competitive and efficient in 2024, despite a notable increase in prices driven by carbon emissions costs and a sharp decline in energy imports. The findings, published in the ISO’s 2024 Annual Markets Report, released on May 29, offer a detailed…...
States across the U.S. are taking diverse steps to expand or adjust their community solar policies, reflecting a changing energy landscape. Recent actions include…Read the full report …...
States across the U.S. are taking diverse steps to expand or adjust their community solar policies, reflecting a changing energy landscape. Recent actions include expanding solar access for underserved communities, modernizing regulations to drive innovation, and ensuring affordability to protect non-participants from bearing undue costs.
NEW YORK ENERGY WEEK: The Ultimate Convergence of the Global Energy Ecosystem New York Energy Week is the industry’s comprehensive cross-sector, annual event series uniting the diverse sectors of energy. The week-long event series is “by the industry, for the industry”, inviting all energy stakeholders to come together and help drive forward our global energy…...
New York State has announced plans to establish a dedicated interagency working group to expedite the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and support the broader adoption of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) across all transportation sectors, according to a May 28 news release from the Department of Environmental Conservation. The initiative aligns with the state’s…...
The California Independent System Operator curtailed 3.4 million megawatt-hours of utility scale solar and wind output during 2024, up 29 percent from the volume curtailed during 2023, according to a May 28 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The grid operator curtails wind and solar powered electricity production, in order to balance demand…...
2025 NARUC SUMMER POLICY SUMMIT The NARUC 2025 Summer Policy Summit will take place from July 27 to 30, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. This summit brings together state utility commissioners, federal and state policymakers, and industry experts to discuss today’s most important issues in utility regulation. To learn more and register, visit the official NARUC…...
The U.S. Energy Department on May 23 announced the designation of coal utilized in steelmaking as a critical material under the Energy Act of 2020. The announcement is in accordance with the executive order “Reinvigorating America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Industry,” issued last month. As part of the executive order, President Trump has made it a…...
A Across the U.S., a growing number of states are exploring market-based strategies to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels. This reflects a broader trend toward the development of…Read the full report …...
