A group of New Mexico lawmakers is asking state utility regulators to launch a study that would evaluate shifting the state’s electric sector to public power. The lawmakers said in their petition filed at the New Mexico Public Regulatory Commission (PRC) that they “believe that it is probable that
Electric Vehicles
The California Energy Commission approved a $1.9 billion investment plan aimed at accelerating progress on the state’s electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling goals.
Outstanding Utilities, 2025 E.F. Scattergood System Achievement Award Honors American Public Power Association member utilities with outstanding accomplishments. ( Previous winners) Burbank Water & Power, California Press Release Kissimmee Utility Authority, Florida Press Release Lowell Light &
Bills and Rates
Traverse City Light & Power, along with other electric utilities in Michigan, will now fund the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF), expanding eligibility and funding under the Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP), for its customers as required by the Michigan Public Service Commission.
Workforce
Part of the Spring Education Institute. Learn the basics of how the electric utility business works, get a grasp on the ins-and-outs of FERC accounting, and review practical examples of how you can use the FERC USoA.
Energy Efficiency
California State Treasurer Fiona Ma on Oct. 15 announced a $30 million agreement with the California Energy Commission to expand a popular financing program for home energy efficiency upgrades.
Environment
The New York State Public Service Commission recently provided guidance for utilities in the state submitting or re-submitting proposals to develop utility thermal networks.
Bills and Rates
Part one of the three-part Accounting Fundamental Series. Learn the basics of how the electric utility business works, get a grasp on the ins-and-outs of FERC accounting, and review practical examples of how you can use the FERC USoA. Earn 9.5 CPEs for attending.
Distributed Energy Resources
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Oct. 17 announced that six gigawatts of distributed solar have been installed across New York, marking the early achievement of the State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act statutory goal a year ahead of schedule.
Community Engagement
Twenty-four individuals and nine utilities on June 10 were recognized for service to the American Public Power Association and the public power industry during APPA’s National Conference in New Orleans, La.