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Oregon public power utility Central Lincoln PUD recently provided an update on construction of its new headquarters. “After several months of site preparation, the project is now moving into a more visible phase, with foundation work complete and framing underway,” it said in late May. Central
Arizona utilities and labor organizations expressed their appreciation to state lawmakers and Gov. Katie Hobbs for approving legislation that strengthens penalties for assaulting on-duty utility workers and helps safeguard critical infrastructure across the state.
The Grand Haven Board of Light & Power has completed the undergrounding of electrical lines in downtown Grand Haven. The project converted 13.2 kilovolt overhead distribution electrical lines at a final cost of $1.39 million.
Alabama public power utility Huntsville Utilities has launched its Solar Connect program with the goal of rewarding customers who return excess solar generation to the Huntsville grid.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on June 24 announced the eighth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan for 860 megawatts (MW) of new power in Ward County.
The U.S. Department of Energy’ Office of Energy Dominance Financing on June 23 issued a conditional loan commitment to finance the purchase of long-lead time items needed to rebuild the country’s commercial nuclear supply chain.
The Tennessee Valley Authority is inviting the public to review and comment on its Preliminary Final 2026 Integrated Resource Plan and its associated Environmental Impact Statement.
The City of Hamilton Gas & Water Distribution Department in Ohio continues to be recognized for its commitment to workplace safety, earning the American Public Gas Association Safety Contest Award for the 2025 calendar year. This marks the eighth consecutive year Hamilton has received this national recognition, Hamilton said on June 22.