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In 2020, after South Carolina’s Rock Hill Utilities implemented texting, the public power utility -- whose operations include electric, water and sanitation -- saw quick results.
The American Public Power Association recently filed comments in response to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Kerrville Public Utility Board (KPUB), alongside nearly 40 mutual aid personnel, successfully restored power following the devastating Hill Country flooding event that began during the early morning hours of July 16.
LUMA on July 8 announced the energization of three new power transformers at the Sabana Llana substations in Carolina, one of the largest in the system, Crea in Bayamón and Mora in Isabela.
Blue Energy, a developer of financeable, prefabricated nuclear power plants, recently announced a strategic equity investment from Constellation Technology Ventures, the venture arm of Constellation.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun recently announced the launch of the Indiana Advanced Nuclear Ready Community program, an initiative aimed at supporting communities seeking designation as sites for nuclear energy-related development.
Arizona public power utility Electrical District No. 3 recently held a successful $84 million bond sale.
Michael Beckham, General Manager of Florida public power utility Lakeland Electric, has submitted his retirement notice to be effective July 31, 2026, after serving nearly 11 years.