Energy Storage
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 27 announced a new state-level collaborative to examine battery storage technologies and safety considerations.
Maryland public power utility Easton Utilities has been awarded a $3.5 million grant to finish building out broadband infrastructure in Talbot County, Md.
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) recently issued a proposed decision aimed at funding $1 billion in infrastructure that will be needed to electrify the state’s transportation sector.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills on Feb. 2 unveiled legislation that, among other things, opens the door for state utility regulators to evaluate whether an investor-owned utility or a consumer-owned utility is in the best interests of the state.
Reliability
The City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) has undertaken a major infrastructure project to move overhead utility lines underground in the State-designated high fire threat area, known as the Foothills. This is a proactive step aimed at reducing wildfire risk and enhancing power reliability in the area.
Reliability
A coalition of energy and former utility regulatory officials is calling for increased coordination and information sharing between market players in the electricity and natural gas industries.
Generation
Arizona public power utility Salt River Project on Aug. 6 was joined by Arizona Public Service, the City of Mesa, Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services in announcing commitment plans for Transwestern Pipeline’s Desert Southwest expansion project.
Reliability
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Electricity Markets
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has extended the compliance deadline for Order No. 2023, a final rule that reforms the Commission’s standard generator interconnection procedures and agreements.
Generation
Commissioners with the Florida Public Service Commission in late March approved the Advanced Nuclear Power Feasibility Report containing findings and recommendations for potential legislative or administrative actions to enhance use of advanced nuclear technologies.