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grid
Generation
President Donald Trump recently released a proposed budget for fiscal year (FY) 2027 which the administration says will cut non-defense energy program funding by 11 percent.
town
Community Engagement
California public power utility Burbank Water and Power recently hosted a Key Account event that brought together some of the utility’s largest commercial customers, along with City of Burbank and BWP leadership, for a deep dive conversation on reliability, infrastructure, and the future of local energy and water service.
nuke
Generation
Louisiana has launched its first Nuclear Strategic Framework and announced a $45 million federal funding renewal for the Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL) initiative.
fcc
Community Engagement
The Navajo Tribal Utility Authority, alongside Nazlini Chapter leaders and community members, recently celebrated the new Nazlini communications tower, which closes another digital divide on the 27,000 square mile Navajo Nation.
solar
Distributed Energy Resources
The City of Glendale, California, celebrated a major milestone in sustainability and community investment with a recent ribbon cutting ceremony for a new rooftop solar installation at the Glendale Central Library.
pipeline
Reliability
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) recently announced $98 million for pipeline infrastructure projects.
people
Workforce
On April 3, Tennessee Valley Authority President and CEO Don Moul notified the TVA Board of Directors of his intention to retire effective July 1, 2026. "The Board appreciates Don’s service to TVA, its employees and the people of the Tennessee Valley region,” said Mitch Graves, TVA Board Chairman.
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Energy Storage
Pasadena Water and Power is launching a pilot program offering new rebates for residential and commercial solar installations and battery storage, making it easier and more affordable for PWP customers to adopt clean, reliable energy.