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Constellation Energy and LS Power Equity Advisors on March 18 announced an agreement under which Constellation will sell a portfolio of generation assets in the PJM Interconnection to LS Power, a key step in satisfying regulatory commitments related to Constellation’s acquisition of Calpine.
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas on March 12 announced that the City of Caldwell’s municipal utility has joined the ERCOT System.
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright on March 16 issued an emergency order that directs TransAlta to keep Unit 2 of the Centralia Generating Station in Centralia, Washington available to operate.
Florida public power utility JEA will receive up to $3 million in cost-sharing funds through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to offset costs for the utility’s water conservation programs.
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation Large Load Working Group has published its second white paper, “Assessment of Gaps in Existing Practices, Requirements, and Reliability Standards for Emerging Large Loads.”
Arizona Public Service has officially notified the Nuclear Regulatory Commission of its intent to renew the operating licenses for all three units at Palo Verde Generating Station, which could extend operations from the mid-2040s through the mid-2060s.
City Utilities of Springfield, Mo., is increasing its investment in electric system reliability in fiscal year 2026, dedicating nearly $10 million to tree trimming and pole replacement efforts to help ensure safe and reliable power for the community. The increased funding builds on another strong
The Board of Directors for Florida public power utility JEA on Feb. 24 approved new and modified power purchase agreements after a presentation by Interim JEA Chief Electric Systems Officer Garry Baker and representatives of The Energy Authority.