Streamlining Energy Infrastructure Permitting Issue Brief (PDF) Summary The American Public Power Association (APPA) urges federal policymakers to streamline federal permitting rules to help facilitate the construction of cost-effective energy infrastructure necessary to maintain electric
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Reliability
An RP3 designation is a sign of a utility's dedication to operating an efficient, safe, and reliable distribution system.
Public power utilities are involved in a variety of energy innovation efforts — ranging from exploring emerging technologies and their applications, developing programs that encourage customer adoption of new energy technologies, and designing rates that support an equitable and affordable
Reliability
How top level indices show public power's reliable advantage
25-01 In Support of Hydropower 25-03 In Support of Beneficiary Pays Principle 25-05 In Support of Electric Vehicles 25-07 Protecting Public Power Communications Systems in 6 GHz Spectrum Band 25-09 In Support of Increased Federal Efforts to Address the Growing Threats of Wildfires 25-02 In Support
Security
Public power utilities across the country are working to create a more resilient and secure electric grid that appropriately manages the risk from a range of threats. By working with APPA, their communities, states, and the federal government, utilities are improving their physical and cyber
The American Public Power Association’s policy positions are reflected in the resolutions listed below as well as in our issue briefs and regulatory filings. Resolutions are proposed annually by interested members, adopted by the Legislative & Resolutions Committee, and voted on by all members at
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