President Trump has issued a series of executive actions signaling major changes in the U.S. energy landscape, including declaring a national energy emergency, expanding fossil fuel development…Read the full report …...
President Trump has issued a series of executive actions signaling major changes in the U.S. energy landscape, including declaring a national energy emergency, expanding fossil fuel development, suspending offshore wind initiatives, and withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement. These actions represent a sharp departure from former President Biden’s renewable energy and climate-focused policies.
The Michigan Public Service Commission on Jan.23 approved a rate increase of approximately $217.4 million for DTE Electric, about 52 percent lower than the utility’s initial request. The commission approved investments in several initiatives including upgrading aging power lines, more frequent tree-trimming to enhance grid reliability, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. With DTE Electric set…...
The Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) on Jan. 21 released a report highlighting the risks of natural gas dependency for electric reliability in Northeastern regions. The extensive analysis received input from diverse stakeholders including electric and gas system operators and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). NERC commended the initiative to analyze the ability…...
Discussions on utilities’ natural gas planning are progressing, with several U.S. states actively engaging stakeholders to identify solutions and shape future strategies. These efforts focus on…Read the full report …...
Discussions on utilities' natural gas planning are progressing, with several U.S. states actively engaging stakeholders to identify solutions and shape future strategies. These efforts focus on critical issues such as aligning regulatory frameworks with state climate goals, ensuring reliable service, and adapting to evolving market and technology changes.
Average U.S. wholesale electricity prices were lower and less volatile during 2024 compared to 2023 due largely to reduced natural gas prices, increased renewable generation, and expanded battery storage capacity according to a Jan. 16 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. U.S. electricity prices were highest during January, in line with below seasonal…...
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has extended forecasts for five key energy trends through December 2026 in its latest short-term outlook, according to a report published on Jan. 15. The agency projects that these trends will have a significant impact on the energy markets over the upcoming two years. Electricity consumption is expected to increase…...
States across the U.S. are advancing plans and procurement strategies for the expansion of energy storage deployment to meet ambitious targets. Energy storage helps…Read the full report …...
States across the U.S. are advancing plans and procurement strategies for the expansion of energy storage deployment to meet ambitious targets. Energy storage helps balance electricity demand from variable energy sources like wind and solar, while providing backup power to the grid during peak usage or outages.
