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Geronimo Power recently announced the start of onsite construction at its 150-megawatt Bee Hollow Solar project in St. Clair County, Illinois within the Midcontinent Independent System Operator market.
The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee on Oct. 21 passed its version of the Fix Our Forests Act (FOFA) by a bipartisan vote of 18-5. APPA supports FOFA and will continue to advocate for its passage by the full Senate.
The following is a transcript of the October 6, 2025, episode of Public Power Now. Learn more about subscribing to Public Power Now at Publicpower.org/Podcasts. Some quotes may have been edited for clarity. Paul Ciampoli Welcome to the latest episode of Public Power Now. I'm Paul Ciampoli, APPA's
The Bonneville Power Administration has filled key senior executive positions following leadership departures earlier in the year.
ISO New England has issued its 2026 Annual Work Plan, outlining major projects for the coming year.
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division announced the completion of the construction phase of $37.4 million natural gas pipeline modernization project, Weaver-Gill, in South Memphis.
College Station Utilities, which serves College Station community members, has seen higher customer satisfaction since implementing text messaging.
Chelan PUD commissioners voted on Oct. 20 for the Washington State PUD to join Southwest Power Pool’s Markets+.