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Community Engagement
At a time when energy affordability is front of mind for many, Western Massachusetts public power utilities and their joint action agency are highlighting the lower rates and economic development benefits of municipal light plants (MLPs) in the Commonwealth.
Distributed Energy Resources
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.
Reliability
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.
Grid Modernization
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
Workforce
The Bonneville Power Administration has filled key senior executive positions following leadership departures earlier in the year.
Electricity Markets
ISO New England has issued its 2026 Annual Work Plan, outlining major projects for the coming year.
Reliability
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.
Customer Service
College Station Utilities, which serves College Station community members, has seen higher customer satisfaction since implementing text messaging.