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May262025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Biofuels 2025 05 27 Blog preview

Visual Primer: State Legislative Actions Push to Expand Low-Carbon Fuel Policies

May 26, 2025

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 clean fuel programs aimed to reduce transportation sector emissions and incentivize the production of low-carbon and renewable alternatives.

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May232025
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U.S. Retail Gasoline Prices at a Multi-Year Low Going into Memorial Day Weekend: EIA

May 23, 2025

The retail price for U.S. regular grade gasoline as of May 19, averaged $3.17 per gallon (gal), down 11 percent from last year, according to a May 22 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. U.S. gasoline prices heading into Memorial Day weekend are 14 percent lower in real terms compared to last year…...

May232025
FERC’s Five-Year Plan Emphasizes Measures to Improve Electricity Market Design, Infrastructure Siting Reviews

U.S. Energy Department Redirect $365 Million to Address Puerto Rico’s Grid Resiliency

May 23, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on May 21 announced it will reallocate $365 million in funding to tackle Puerto Rico’s grid resiliency and develop access to secure, reliable and affordable power supply. The funding, directed through the Puerto Rico Resilience Fund, will be used to support practical fixes and emergency actions that provide a speedy, more…...

May222025
hydropower

U.S. Hydropower Generation Expected to Rise by 7.5 Percent This Year: EIA

May 22, 2025

U.S. hydropower generation is expected to increase by 7.5 percent to 259.1 billion kilowatthours (BkWh) during 2025, however will remain 2.4 percent below the previous 10-year average, according to a May 19 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Hydropower production during 2024 declined to 241 billion BkWh, the lowest level since at least…...

May222025
hurricane

2025 Hurricane Season Forecast to Exceed Long-Term Average With 17 Named Storms: EIA

May 22, 2025

The 2025 hurricane season is expected to bring 17 named storms, surpassing the 1991–2020 average of 14, according to a May 20 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.  During the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, meteorologists are expecting between 13 to 18 named storms, including 3 to 6 storms with direct impacts on the…...

Week Ahead: ME’s Performance-Based Regulation, California-Quebec Carbon Auction, NM Discusses Climate Action Plan

May 22, 2025
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May202025
U.S. LNG Exports Rose by 58 Percent in First Half of 2018 as Export Facilities Expand

U.S. Energy Department Finalizes LNG Study, Finds Exports Serve Public Interest

May 20, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on May 20 finalized its 2024 study of liquefied natural gas exports, releasing its response to comments and concluding that the complete record from the study supports the view that exporting LNG from the U.S. is in the public interest. This action marks an important step towards resuming consideration of applications…...

May192025
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2025 Energy Bar Association Northeast Chapter Annual Meeting

May 19, 2025

2025 Energy Bar Association Northeast Chapter Annual Meeting The Energy Bar Association (EBA) will host the 2025 Northeast Chapter Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 6, 2025, at Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders LLP, located at 875 Third Avenue, New York, NY. This in-person event will bring together energy professionals, attorneys, and policymakers for a full day…...

May192025
Utility Power Shutoffs

U.S. Energy Department Unveils Accountability Measures for Financial Assistance Programs

May 19, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on May 15 announced new actions to increase accountability and reduce wasteful spending of U.S. taxpayers’ money. As part of the Secretarial Memorandum titled, “Ensuring Responsibility for Financial Assistance, “ the department outlined its policy for evaluating financial assistance on a per case basis to recognize inefficient utilization of U.S. taxpayers’…

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May192025
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New York Commission Revises Clean Energy Procurement Strategy to Align With Market Realities

May 19, 2025

The New York Public Service Commission on May 15 approved a series of reforms aimed at accelerating the state’s clean energy transition, including a notable increase in its annual large-scale renewable energy procurement target. The revised goal raises the land-based renewable energy target (known as Tier 1) from 4,500 gigawatt-hours to 5,600 gigawatt-hours per year…....

May192025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Utility Gas Planning 2025 05 20 Blog preview

States Step Up Efforts to Guide Long-Term Planning for Gas Utilities

May 19, 2025

Utility regulators in several U.S. states are stepping up efforts to plan for the future of natural gas as decarbonization and electrification efforts take hold. New initiatives are exploring…Read the full report  …...

May192025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Utility Gas Planning 2025 05 20 Blog preview

Visual Primer: States Step Up Efforts to Guide Long-Term Planning for Gas Utilities

May 19, 2025

Utility regulators in several U.S. states are stepping up efforts to plan for the future of natural gas as decarbonization and electrification efforts take hold. New initiatives are exploring regulatory strategies to assess long-term gas system needs, manage stranded asset risks, and align utility planning with state climate targets.

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May162025
oil consumption

Global Oil Consumption Growth to Weaken Amid Economic Slowdown: EIA

May 16, 2025

Crude oil and other liquids fuel consumption growth are expected to weaken over the next two years, in line with a slowdown in economic growth, most notably in Asia, according to a May 15 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Oil consumption is still expected to grow, albeit at a slower rate. The…...

May162025
Puget Sound Energy, Avista Implement COVID-19 Bill Assistance Programs for Washington Customers

New York Commission Approves $5 Billion to Boost Energy Efficiency and Electrification in Buildings

May 16, 2025

The New York State Public Service Commission on May 15 authorized approximately $1 billion per year from 2026 to 2030 to support energy efficiency and building electrification initiatives across the state. These programs will be managed by the large investor-owned electric and gas utilities, along with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority…...

May152025
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U.S. Interior Department Proposes Repeal of Renewable Energy Rule to Support Broader Resource Use

May 15, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department on May 14 announced the proposed rescission of a rule governing wind and solar energy development on public lands. This is in accordance with U.S. President Donald Trump’s agenda to eliminate burdensome regulations and stimulate economic growth. The proposed removal of the Bureau of Land Management’s clean energy regulation allows for…...

May152025
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U.S. Electricity Consumption Expected to Increase During 2025 and 2026: EIA

May 15, 2025

U.S. annual electricity consumption is forecast to increase during 2025 and 2026, exceeding the record high reached during 2024, according to a May 13 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.  The increase is attributed to higher demand from the commercial sector, which includes data centers and the industrial sector which includes manufacturing establishments…....

Week Ahead: NY’s Grid Flexibility Study, CA Examines Resource Planning, MD’s Energy Efficiency Program

May 15, 2025

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May132025
residential bills

Hawaii and Connecticut Electricity Bills Double Those in New Mexico and Utah: EIA

May 13, 2025

U.S. residential customers paid an average of $144 per month for electricity in 2024, but costs varied significantly by state, according to a May 13 report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Customers in Hawaii and Connecticut paid over $200 monthly, while those in New Mexico and Utah paid less than half as much. The…...

May132025
oil and gas prices

Crude Oil Prices to Fall, Natural Gas Prices to Rise Through 2026 Amid Trade Shifts: EIA

May 13, 2025

Recent developments in global trade policy and oil production are expected to lead to lower Brent crude oil prices during the remainder of 2025 and 2026 than previously forecast, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s May Short-Term Energy Outlook. The agency also forecasts natural gas prices to rise during 2025 and 2026, following historic…...

May122025
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U.S. Energy Department Updates Award Criteria to Limit Indirect Costs, Projects $935 Million in Annual Savings

May 12, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on May 8 announced three new policy actions that are expected to save over $935 million yearly for taxpayers, while developing U.S. scientific research and innovation. In three new policy memorandums, the department announced that it will follow best practices utilized by fellow grant providers and reduce indirect costs, sometimes referred…...

May122025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Virtual Power Plants 2025 05 13 Blog preview

States Expand Virtual Power Plant Programs to Address Peak Electricity Demand

May 12, 2025

Recent actions across U.S. states reflect the growth of virtual power plant (VPP) initiatives, as utilities and regulators evaluate aggregated customer-sited assets to manage peak demand, enhance reliability, and reduce system costs. States are moving forward with…Read the full report  …...

May122025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Virtual Power Plants 2025 05 13 Blog preview

Visual Primer: States Expand Virtual Power Plant Programs to Address Peak Electricity Demand

May 12, 2025

Recent actions across U.S. states reflect the growth of virtual power plant (VPP) initiatives, as utilities and regulators evaluate aggregated customer-sited assets to manage peak demand, enhance reliability, and reduce system costs. States are moving forward with new pilots, incentive programs, and regulatory structures that support the integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) into grid operations and long-term planning.

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May92025
wells

Simultaneous Well Completions More Than Double Since 2014 Driven by Hydraulic Fracturing Advancements: EIA

May 9, 2025

The average number of wells completed simultaneously at the same location in the Lower 48 states has more than doubled, increasing from 1.5 wells during December 2014 to more than 3.0 wells during June 2024, according to a May 7 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The increase in the number of simultaneous…...

Week Ahead: CA Examines Summer Reliability, ME’s Performance-Based Regulation, NY’s Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program

May 8, 2025

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May82025
Offshore Oil Drilling 8 22 2019

U.S. Interior to Revise Offshore Financial Assurance Rule to Foster Energy Development

May 8, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department has announced plans to revise the Bureau of Ocean Management’s risk management and financial assurance regulations and develop a new rule that is in line with the Trump administration’s 2020 proposed regulatory guidelines. The amended measure, based on the 2020 proposed rule, would significantly reduce expenditures and red tape associated with…...

May72025
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U.S. Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Surges with New Capacity Additions : EIA

May 7, 2025

U.S. sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production has increased so far in 2025, in line with new capacity coming online, according to a May 6 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. U.S. production capacity, which was around 2,000 barrels per day (b/d) at the start of last year, rose to about 25,000 b/d in…...

May62025
gasoline prices

California’s Retail Gasoline Prices Remain Highest in Continental U.S.: EIA

May 6, 2025

Retail regular grade gasoline prices are consistently higher in California compared to any other state in the continental U.S., according to a May 5 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Retail gasoline prices often exceed the national average by over $1/ per gallon (gal).  The high retail gasoline price in California can be…

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May62025
2023 American Gas Association AGA Best Practices Kickoff Meeting EnerKnol

U.S. Energy Department Withdraws Regulations on Miscellaneous Gas Products

May 6, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on May 2 announced the withdrawal of the classification of miscellaneous gas products as covered consumer products under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. The withdrawal will exempt several miscellaneous gas products, a group that includes outdoor heaters and decorative hearths, from an array of redundant rules on their production and…...

May52025
FERC Proposes Broad Transmission Planning and Cost Allocation Reforms

PJM Selects 51 Projects to Deliver Over 9 Gigawatts of Capacity for Near-Term Demand Growth

May 5, 2025

PJM Interconnection on May 2 announced the selection of 51 generation projects aimed at quickly strengthening grid reliability as electricity demand rises and older plants retire. The projects, selected under the grid operator’s one-time Reliability Resource Initiative, or RRI, will collectively add over 9,300 megawatts of capacity over the next several years. RRI is a…...

May52025
2025 National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys

2025 National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys 

May 5, 2025

2025 National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys  The 2025 National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys (NCRA) will happen on May 11–14, 2025, at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event is organized by the NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Law with the help from the Staff Subcommittee on ALJ. This conference is for government utility…...

May52025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Data Centers Utility Planning 2025 05 06 Blog preview

Influx of Data Centers Prompt Regulatory Actions to Tackle Grid Reliability and Rate Impacts

May 5, 2025

Utility regulators across the U.S. are reviewing rate structures, interconnection processes, and grid planning to manage the growing electricity demand from large load customers, particularly data centers. While these facilities can…Read the full report…...

May52025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Data Centers Utility Planning 2025 05 06 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Influx of Data Centers Prompt Regulatory Actions to Tackle Grid Reliability and Rate Impacts

May 5, 2025

Utility regulators across the U.S. are reviewing rate structures, interconnection processes, and grid planning to manage the growing electricity demand from large load customers, particularly data centers. While these facilities can fuel economic development and innovation, they also raise concerns regarding grid reliability, allocation of infrastructure upgrade costs, and equitable treatment of other utility customers.

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May22025
oil prices

Oil Prices and Refinery Margins Decline During Q1 2025: EIA

May 2, 2025

Crude oil prices and refinery margins declined during the first quarter of 2025, according to a May 1 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Crude oil prices reached a quarterly high on Jan. 15 and were valued at $82/barrel (b) and settled the quarter at $75/b. The price decline can be attributed to…...

May22025
Maine Governor Endorses Avangrid’s $1 Billion Hydropower Transmission Line

New England Grid Operator Projects 11 Percent Rise in Annual Electricity Demand Over Next Decade Amid Electrification Push

May 2, 2025

Electricity use in New England is set to grow over the next decade, reversing a long-standing trend of declining demand. Annual electricity consumption in the region is projected to rise by 11 percent through 2034, with most of the increase attributed to the growing use of electric vehicles and heating systems, according to a new…...

May12025
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U.S. Imports of Petroleum Products Declined in 2024: EIA

May 1, 2025

U.S. imports of petroleum products declined by 210,000 barrels per day (b/d) during 2024 to average 1.8 million b/d, according to an April 29 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Imports of all main transportation fuels declined. Motor gasoline accounts for the highest share of U.S. petroleum product imports, since it is the…...

May12025
oil drilling pulse

Montana-Dakota Oil and Gas Lease Sales Generates Over $3.4 Million

May 1, 2025

The Bureau of Land Management’s Montana-Dakotas State Office leased 11 parcels totaling 4,266.06 acres for just over $3.4 million in its quarterly oil and gas sale, according to an April 29 press release. The auction proceeds will be shared between the federal government and the states of North Dakota and Montana. The BLM conducts oil…...

Week Ahead: AI Infrastructure Development, NM’s Grid Modernization Rule, Idaho Power’s Net Billing Program

May 1, 2025

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Apr302025
Nuclear Power Plant 10 25 2019

U.S. and Poland Sign Agreement for First AP-1000 Nuclear Power Plant

April 30, 2025

U.S. companies Bechtel and Westinghouse and Polish company Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ) on April 28 signed the Engineering Development Agreement (EDA) for Poland’s first AP-1000 nuclear power plant. The agreement follows on from an initial agreement and is a component of a bigger nuclear energy security agreement to construct large-scale civil nuclear reactors in Poland…....

Apr292025
natural gas inventories

U.S. Natural Gas Storage Sites End Winter 2024-25 Season at Three Year Low: EIA

April 29, 2025

Below seasonal normal temperatures across the U.S. during January and February led to higher natural gas consumption and higher gas withdrawals from U.S. natural gas storage sites than normal, according to an April 28 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. At the end of March, U.S. underground storage in the Lower 48 states…...

Apr282025
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New York Commission Allocates Surplus NY-Sun Funds to Boost Solar Access for Low-Income Households

April 28, 2025

The New York State Public Service Commission on April 24 approved channeling surplus funds from the NY-Sun initiative into new solar projects that benefit low-income households. The state is expected to reach  its 10-gigawatt distributed solar goal with $421 million left over from the program’s original $3.27 billion budget. About $150 million of that surplus…...

Apr282025
Offshore Oil Drilling 8 22 2019

U.S. Interior Department’s Policy Change Expected to Increase Gulf Oil Output

April 28, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department on April 24 announced a policy enhancement that will increase offshore oil production in the Gulf of America. As part of the executive order issued by President Trump on Jan. 20 titled, “Unleashing American Energy,” the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) employed new parameters for Downhole Commingling in the…...

Apr282025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Trump Executive Orders Update 2025 04 29 Blog preview

Executive Orders Advance U.S. Fossil Fuel Expansion With Deregulatory Push

April 28, 2025

The Trump administration has issued a series of executive orders aimed at revitalizing the U.S. fossil fuel industry, including removing barriers to coal mining and expanding oil and gas development on federal lands. The actions seek…Read the full report…...

Apr282025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Trump Executive Orders Update 2025 04 29 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Executive Orders Advance U.S. Fossil Fuel Expansion With Deregulatory Push

April 28, 2025

The Trump administration has issued a series of executive orders aimed at revitalizing the U.S. fossil fuel industry, including removing barriers to coal mining and expanding oil and gas development on federal lands. The actions seek to reverse prior policy shifts, promote energy independence, and position fossil fuels as critical to economic growth, grid reliability, and national security.

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Apr282025
2025 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference

EnerKnol Participates in the 2025 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference

April 28, 2025

EnerKnol Participates in the 2025 EBA Annual Meeting and Conference The 2025 Annual Meeting and Conference is happening on Thursday and Friday, May 1–2, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. This two-day event brings together attorneys, energy professionals, regulators and other industry leaders to discuss energy law and policy. While at the event,…...

Apr252025
PJM Board Approves $234 Million for Transmission System Expansion

U.S. Interior to Implement Emergency Permitting Procedures to Accelerate Energy Development

April 25, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department on April 23 announced it will execute emergency permitting procedures to fast track the development of critical minerals and domestic energy sources. The permitting procedures are in line with U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring a National Energy Emergency in January 2025. The order seeks to prioritize domestic fossil fuel…...

Apr242025
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U.S. Petroleum Exports Reach Record High in 2024: EIA

April 24, 2025

U.S. total petroleum product exports rose to a record annual average of 6.6 million barrels per day (b/d) during 2024, according to an April 23 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. U.S. petroleum product exports during 2024 rose by 495,000 b/d compared to 2023, in line with higher U.S. exports of distillate fuel…...

Week Ahead: Federal-State Current Issues Collaborative, Xcel’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan, ME’s Net Billing Program

April 24, 2025

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Apr212025
Oregon Legislature Makes Biomass Thermal Energy Eligible for Renewable Credits

Two U.S. Energy Department Critical Mineral Projects Added to Federal Permitting Dashboard

April 21, 2025

The Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council on April 18 announced improved accountability and transparency for the federal permitting of two U.S. Energy Department critical minerals projects. The two projects added to the Permitting Dashboard are South West Arkansas Project and Michigan Potash. The projects being added to the dashboard are on the back of U.S…....

Apr212025
gas

U.S. Natural Gas Output Remained Flat During 2024: EIA

April 21, 2025

U.S. marketed natural gas production was largely flat during 2024, increasing by around 0.4 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) compared with the previous year to average 113 Bcf/d, according to an April 17 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Natural gas production increased in the Permian and Appalachia region and declined in…...

Apr212025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Nuclear Power 2025 04 22 Blog preview

Wave of State Legislation Aims to Accelerate Nuclear Energy Deployment

April 21, 2025

More than 25 U.S. states have proposed or enacted legislation since the start of the year to revitalize nuclear energy development, including advanced reactor technologies such as small modular reactors (SMRs). These initiatives signal a…Read the full report…...

Apr212025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Nuclear Power 2025 04 22 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Wave of State Legislation Aims to Accelerate Nuclear Energy Deployment

April 21, 2025

More than 25 U.S. states have proposed or enacted legislation since the start of the year to revitalize nuclear energy development, including advanced reactor technologies such as small modular reactors (SMRs). These initiatives signal a growing trend to integrate nuclear power into state energy portfolios to meet rising electricity demand and accelerate the transition to carbon-free energy sources.

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Apr212025
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The National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys (NCRA) 2025

April 21, 2025

The National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys (NCRA) 2025   NARUC National Conference of Regulatory Attorneys 2025 – Professional Growth in the City of Oaks will be held on May 11–14, 2025, at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This annual event is organized by the NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Law…...

Apr182025
crude oil

U.S. Crude Oil Production Increased by Two Percent During 2024: EIA

April 18, 2025

U.S. crude oil production averaged 13.2 million barrels per day (b/d) during 2024, up by 270,000 b/d compared to the previous year, according to an April 16 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The increase in crude oil production can be attributed to increased productivity, amid technological advancements and increased efficiency. Majority of…...

Apr172025
New York Advances $485 Million Transmission Project to Enhance Grid Reliability, Support Renewables

FERC Accepts New England, New York ISOs’ Proposals to Collect Tariffs on Electricity Imports

April 17, 2025

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on April 14 accepted tariff revisions filed by ISO New England Inc. (ISO- NE) and New York Independent System Operator Inc. (NYISO) to collect and allocate costs related to the potential imposition of duties on electricity imports from Canada. The grid operators submitted their filings on Feb. 28 in response…...

Week Ahead: PA Discusses Data Center Growth, DOE Advances Small Modular Reactors, NY Reviews EV Program

April 17, 2025

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Apr172025
Ohio House Clears Bill to Subsidize Nuclear, Repeal Renewable Standards

U.S. and Saudi Arabia Unveil Agreement to Strengthen Energy Cooperation

April 17, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department Secretary Chris Wright on April 15 announced at a press conference in Riyadh that the U.S. and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding at a future date to advance cooperation between the nations across vital areas of the energy supply chain and boost both energy…...

Apr162025
energy consumption

U.S. Energy Consumption Growth Forecast to Decline in the Short Term: EIA

April 16, 2025

U.S. energy consumption is projected to decline for the remainder of this decade and is expected to continue its decline over the 2030 period, according to an April 15 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The agency’s forecast has been published in its Annual Energy Outlook 2025, which examines possible long term energy…...

Apr162025
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Eagle Ford Natural Gas Production Forecast to Increase During 2025 & 2026: EIA

April 16, 2025

U.S. annual natural gas production from the Eagle Ford region is expected to increase from 6.8 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) during 2024 to 7.0 Bcf/d in 2026, according to an April 14 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The growth in natural gas production can be attributed to forecasts of higher…...

Apr142025
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U.S. Energy Department’s Policy Overhaul to Save U.S. Taxpayers $405 Million Yearly

April 14, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on April 11 announced a new policy initiative targeted at halting inefficient expenditures by universities and colleges. The announcement means that it will limit financial support for indirect costs of research funding to 15 percent, which translates to more than $405 million in yearly cost saving for the U.S. population. The…...

Apr142025
Offshore Oil Drilling 8 22 2019

U.S. Interior Announces Significant Increase in Gulf of America Oil and Gas Reserves

April 14, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department on April 10 announced a major increase in projected gas and oil reserves in the Gulf of America Outer Continental Shelf. The announcement is in line with the executive order issued by President Trump on Jan. 31 titled “Unleashing Prosperity Through Deregulation,” which further directs the department to take on actions…...

Apr142025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Electric Vehicles 2025 04 15 Blog preview

U.S. Electric Vehicle Industry Faces Uncertainty Amid Federal Pullback and State Momentum

April 14, 2025

Policy changes under the Trump administration are affecting the electric vehicle (EV) industry, from halting federal funding for charging infrastructure to rolling back vehicle emission standards. Meanwhile, several states are advancing initiatives to…Read the full report  …...

Apr142025
EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Electric Vehicles 2025 04 15 Blog preview

Visual Primer: U.S. Electric Vehicle Industry Faces Uncertainty Amid Federal Pullback and State Momentum

April 14, 2025

Policy changes under the Trump administration are affecting the electric vehicle (EV) industry, from halting federal  funding for charging infrastructure to rolling back vehicle emission standards. Meanwhile, several states are advancing initiatives to support the growth of EVs and manage the associated impacts on the electric grid.

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Apr142025
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2025 Charitable Foundation of the Energy Bar Association Annual Gala

April 14, 2025

2025 Charitable Foundation of the Energy Bar Association Annual Gala   The Charitable Foundation of the Energy Bar Association (CFEBA) will host its 2025 Annual Gala on May 1, following the first day of the EBA Annual Meeting and Conference. This elegant event directly supports the foundation’s grant-giving activities. The support of EBA members and…...

Week Ahead: DOE’s National Transmission Corridors, NM Discusses Utilities’ Summer Readiness, CT’s Electric Supplier Licensing Rules

April 11, 2025
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Apr112025
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U.S. Crude Oil Exports Reach Record High During 2024: EIA

April 11, 2025

U.S. crude oil exports exceeded 4.1 million barrels per day (b/d) during 2024, surpassing the previous record set during 2023, according to an April 10 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Despite the increase in crude oil exports, year-on-year growth slowed to one percent during 2024, compared with 14 percent during 2023 and…...

Apr102025
Georgia Lawmakers Seek Cap on Vogtle Nuclear Project to Protect Ratepayers

U.S. Energy Department Makes Conditional Commitment to Provide HALEU to Five U.S. Nuclear Developers

April 10, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on April 9 announced conditional commitments to provide high assay low enriched uranium, or HALEU, to five U.S. nuclear developers to fulfill their short-term fuel requirements. The five companies are: TerraPower, Kairos Power, TRISO-X, Radiant Industries, and Westinghouse Electric Company. This first round of HALEU allocations is a positive step in…...

Apr92025
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U.S. Energy Department Announces Measures to Revive U.S. Coal Industry

April 9, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on April 9 announced a number of actions to unleash American coal production. The announcement follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order, “Reinvigorating America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Industry.” The actions are aimed to strengthen U.S. energy and industrial security, develop domestic critical mineral production, help modernize and enhance coal technologies, and…...

Apr92025
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U.S. Coal Production in 2023 Falls to Less Than Half of 2008 Peak: EIA

April 9, 2025

U.S. coal production was recorded at 578 million short tons (MMst) during 2023, less than half of the volume produced during 2008, when U.S. coal production was at its peak, according to an April 8 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The decline in U.S. coal production can be attributed to increasingly stringent…...

Apr92025
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January Cold Snap Drives U.S. Propane Consumption to Highest Level Since 2007: EIA

April 9, 2025

U.S. propane consumption hit a record high of 1.48 million barrels per day (b/d) during January 2025, according to an April 7 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Propane consumption during January 2025 was the highest monthly amount since February 2007 and the highest January consumption on record. The increase in propane consumption…...

NASEO-NARUC Grid-interactive Efficient Buildings Working Group Webinar 2025

April 8, 2025

NASEO-NARUC Grid-interactive Efficient Buildings Working Group Webinar 2025   Join the NASEO-NARUC Grid-interactive Efficient Buildings Working Group Webinar on January 30, 2025, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM ET. This event will feature Octopus Energy and Kraken Technologies, two leaders in distributed energy resource (DER) management. For more information, visit the NARUC website  About the National…...

EnerKnol Mentioned by Clifford Chance’s Marcia Hook in Global Finance Magazine

April 8, 2025

EnerKnol Mentioned by Clifford Chance’s Marcia Hook in Global Finance Magazine   In the latest edition of Global Finance Magazine, Clifford Chance LLP Energy Regulatory & Markets Partner Marcia Hook & Environmental Partner Ty’Meka M. Reeves-Sobers praised EnerKnol’s proprietary Platform for consolidating the complex regulatory universe and facilitating their workflow: “We use [EnerKnol] regularly to aggregate the…...

Apr72025
U.S. Energy Department to Invest $120 Million in Research Center to Advance Next Generation Battery Technology

U.S. Energy Department Identifies 16 Sites for AI Infrastructure and Data Center Development

April 7, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on April 3 announced plans to position the U.S. as a global leader in (AI) and reduce energy expenditures by co-locating new energy infrastructure and data centers on its lands. The department issued a request for information to explore the potential utilization of federal lands for AI infrastructure expansion to support…...

Apr72025
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PJM’s Price Cap and Floor Proposal for Capacity Auctions Raises Concerns Over Market Distortion

April 7, 2025

PJM Interconnection LLC, which operates the grid across 13 states and the District of Columbia, has proposed a price cap and floor for its upcoming capacity market auctions for the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 delivery years. Though intended as a temporary measure to restore stability to the…Read the full report…...

Apr72025
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Visual Primer: PJM’s Price Cap and Floor Proposal for Capacity Auctions Raises Concerns Over Market Distortion

April 7, 2025

PJM Interconnection LLC, which operates the grid across 13 states and the District of Columbia, has proposed a price cap and floor for its upcoming capacity market auctions for the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 delivery years. Though intended as a temporary measure to restore stability to the capacity market, the move has raised concerns about market distortion by artificially inflating prices and stifling investment signals.

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2025 NARUC – FRI Advanced Seminar on Utility Pricing and Rate Design

April 7, 2025

2025 NARUC – FRI Advanced Seminar on Utility Pricing and Rate Design   The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) and the Financial Research Institute (FRI) will host the 2025 Advanced Seminar on Transformational Utility Pricing and Rate Design on April 7–9, 2025 at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri. This event will…...

Week Ahead: MD’s Energy Storage Program, CO Examines Utility Project Impacts, Commonwealth LNG Export Facility

April 4, 2025

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FERC Approves Train 4 Texas Freeport LNG Expansion Despite Contentious Emission Standards

U.S. Energy Department Repeals Biden-Era Policy on LNG Export Commencement Deadlines

April 3, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on April 1 announced the repeal of a policy statement issued under the Biden administration that required authorized liquefied natural gas exporters to meet specific criteria before the agency would consider extending the commencement date for an approved project. The move aligns with the Trump administration’s efforts to expand U.S. oil…...

Apr32025
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U.S. Uranium Production Highest in Six Years During 2024: EIA

April 3, 2025

U.S. uranium concentrate production reached a six year high of around 680,000 pounds of U3O8 during 2024, according to an April 3 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Despite increasing production and government policies to incentivize uranium concentrate, the U.S. remains a net importer. Uranium is widely used by nuclear power plants for…...

Apr32025
New York Advances $485 Million Transmission Project to Enhance Grid Reliability, Support Renewables

New England Grid Operator Issues Request for Proposals to Address Long Term Transmission Needs

April 3, 2025

The New England grid operator, at the bequest of New England States Committee on Electricity (NESCOE), has issued a request for proposal to address long term transmission solutions, according to an April 1 press release. The proposals are expected to be submitted in September 2025. Following assessment by the operator, a preferred solution may be…...

Apr12025
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U.S. Natural Gas Consumption Hits Record Highs in Winter and Summer 2024: EIA

April 1, 2025

U.S. natural gas usage averaged a record 90.3 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) during 2024, up one percent or 0.9 Bcf/d compared to 2023, according to a March 31 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. U.S. natural gas consumption achieved new winter and summer monthly highs in January and July 2024. During…...

Mar312025
Court Reinstates Obama’s Arctic Drilling Ban, Draws Criticism from Alaska Governor

U.S. Interior Distributes $354 Million from Gulf of America Leases

March 31, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department on March 27 announced the distribution of around $353.6 million in energy revenues to the four Gulf of America gas and oil producing states. The funds, distributed yearly, are generated from offshore gas and oil production and are allocated to support coastal protection, infrastructure projects and restoration. The Gulf of Mexico…...

Mar312025
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U.S. States Strengthen Oversight of Battery Storage Facilities Amid Rapid Growth

March 31, 2025

As battery storage plays a growing role in grid reliability and renewable integration, state lawmakers and regulators are advancing measures to enhance safety and oversight. U.S. battery storage capacity growth could reach a new high in…Read the full report  …...

Mar312025
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Visual Primer: U.S. States Strengthen Oversight of Battery Storage Facilities Amid Rapid Growth

March 31, 2025

As battery storage plays a growing role in grid reliability and renewable integration, state lawmakers and regulators are advancing measures to enhance safety and oversight. U.S. battery storage capacity growth could reach a new high in 2025, with operators planning to add 19.6 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale storage to the grid, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

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Mar312025
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U.S. Dominated Global LNG Exports During 2024: EIA

March 31, 2025

The U.S. exported 11.9 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) during 2024, according to a March 27 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The U.S. remains the world’s top LNG exporter, with export volumes in 2023 at a similar level. LNG exports from other major exporting countries –…...

Mar312025
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2025 NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Accounting and Finance Spring Conference

March 31, 2025

2025 NARUC Staff Subcommittee on Accounting and Finance Spring Conference   The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) Staff Subcommittee on Accounting and Finance aims to provide accounting, finance, and utility regulatory information to personnel with all levels of experience who work in the ever-changing utility regulatory environment. The conference will be held at…...

Week Ahead: CT Examines Transmission Issues, WA Explores Carbon Market Linkage, Hawaii’s EV Strategic Roadmap

March 28, 2025

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Mar272025
FERC’s Five-Year Plan Emphasizes Measures to Improve Electricity Market Design, Infrastructure Siting Reviews

U.S. Manufacturing Energy Usage Continues to Increase: EIA

March 27, 2025

U.S. manufacturing energy usage continued to increase as indicated by the Manufacturing Energy Consumption Survey for 2022, according to a March 25 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Preliminary results from the survey show that total U.S. manufacturing energy usage rose by six percent between 2018 and 2022. The survey is conducted every…...

Mar272025
California’s Efforts to Cut Transportation Emissions Are Inadequate

U.S. Biodiesel Usage Rises in the Residential, Commercial and Electric Power Sectors: EIA

March 27, 2025

The U.S. is utilizing higher amounts of biodiesel in the residential, electric power and commercial sectors, according to a March 26 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The agency projects that the residential, electric power and commercial sectors together accounted for nearly five percent of U.S. total biodiesel consumption during 2023, up from…...

Mar272025
Georgia Lawmakers Seek Cap on Vogtle Nuclear Project to Protect Ratepayers

U.S. Energy Department Announces $900 Million for Commercial Deployment of Small Modular Reactors

March 27, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on March 24 reissued a $900 million funding opportunity to advance the commercial deployment of domestically manufactured Generation III+ Small Modular Reactors, or SMRs. Accelerating the development and commercialization of the reactors will provide reliable electricity, particularly for energy-intensive sources such as AI data centers. The department’s initiative supports President Trump’s…...

Mar272025
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Jet Fuel Production Hits All-Time High in U.S. Refineries in 2024: EIA

March 27, 2025

Jet fuel accounted for a record high share of U.S. refinery output during 2024 due to higher demand for jet fuel compared to other transportation fuels, according to a March 24 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Jet fuel, motor gasoline and distillate fuel oil account for over 85 percent of U.S. refinery…...

Mar252025
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U.S. Interior Takes Actions to Expand Oil and Gas Development in Alaska

March 25, 2025

The U.S. Interior Department is taking actions to expand energy development opportunities in Alaska’s federal lands including the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska. President Trump signed an executive order in January, titled Unleashing Alaska’s Extraordinary Resource Potential, to maximize the development and production of natural resources located on both federal and…...

Mar242025
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Southwest Power Pool to Expand Into Western Interconnection Region

March 24, 2025

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on March 20 approved Southwest Power Pool’s (SPP) amended tariff which allows Western members to join the organization, making it the first regional transmission organization in the country to be operational in both the Eastern and Western interconnections. From April 2026, seven Western entities currently participating in SPP’s Western Energy…...

Mar242025
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President Trump’s Executive Orders Reshape U.S. Energy and Environmental Policies

March 24, 2025

The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping agenda to overhaul U.S. energy and environmental policy, prioritizing…Read the full report  …...

Mar242025
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Visual Primer: President Trump’s Executive Orders Reshape U.S. Energy and Environmental Policies

March 24, 2025

The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping agenda to overhaul U.S. energy and environmental policy, prioritizing deregulation and energy independence.

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Mar242025
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NARUC Presents: Innovation Webinar: Hit Me With Your Best Bot: AI for Regulators

March 24, 2025

NARUC Presents: Innovation Webinar: Hit Me With Your Best Bot: AI for Regulators The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) will host a free public webinar titled “Hit Me With Your Best Bot: AI for Regulators” on September 25, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET, where Hon. Andrew Fay will explain how AI…...

Week Ahead: FERC Examines Supply Chain Risk Management, CT’s Performance-Based Regulation, NY’s Thermal Energy Network Systems

March 21, 2025

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Mar212025
Maryland Regulator Establishes Pilot Program to Implement Multi-Year Utility Rate Plans

New York Commission Approves Three-Year Rate Plan for Orange and Rockland Utilities

March 21, 2025

The New York State Public Service Commission on March 20 approved a three-year rate plan for Orange and Rockland Utilities, substantially reducing the company’s rate increase request for both electric and natural gas. The revision, which will take effect on April 1, 2025, marks the first commission-approved rate change for the utility in three years…....

Mar212025
Iowa Regulator Proposes Rules for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

California’s EV Chargers Doubled Since 2022, Surpassing 178,000

March 21, 2025

The California Energy Commission on March 20 announced that the number of electric vehicle chargers in the state has increased to 178,549, compared to only 120,000 gas nozzles, showing the commitment to reducing carbon emissions in the transport sector. Out of the total number of chargers, 16,971 are fast chargers with the remaining 162,178 being…...

Mar212025
Texas Freeport LNG’s Fourth Liquefaction Plant

U.S. Energy Department Approves Venture Global CP2 LNG Export Project

March 21, 2025

The U.S. Energy Department on March 19 authorized Venture Global’s proposals to export liquefied natural gas from its CP2 LNG project in Louisiana that had previously faced significant delays under the Biden Administration. The approval follows President Donald Trump’s energy dominance agenda, which seeks to significantly expand U.S. oil and gas production and exports. The…...

Mar212025
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Alaskan Crude Oil Production Forecast to Increase During 2026: EIA

March 21, 2025

Alaskan crude oil production is forecast to rise by 16,000 barrels per day (b/d) year-on-year during 2026 to 438,000 b/d, according to a March 19 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The increase in crude oil production in the state can be attributed to two new oil developments: the Nuna and Pikka projects…....

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