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Reliability

FERC, NERC Review Shows Bulk-Power System Improvements in Preparation and Coordination During Winter 2026 Arctic Cold Period

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and its Regional Entities said on Sept. 10 that the country’s Bulk-Power System demonstrated strong performance during extreme cold weather events earlier this year, with no significant disruptions in either the natural gas or electric systems.
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Electricity Markets

Southwestern Power Administration RFP Seeks Proposals to Meet Firm Power Commitments

The North American Energy Markets Association recently posted a request for proposals to its members on behalf of the Southwestern Power Administration.
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Transmission

Construction Starts on Nevada Transmission Project

GridLiance West, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Transmission, recently joined federal, state and local leaders to celebrate the start of construction on the GridLiance West Core Upgrades Project, approximately 155 miles of new 230-kilovolt and 500-kilovolt transmission lines and new and upgraded substations in Nevada.
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Reliability

NERC President and CEO Jim Robb Addresses Issues Tied to Large Loads in APPA Interview

In a recent interview with APPA, Jim Robb, President and CEO of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, details the actions that NERC is taking as it relates to large loads.

Huskie Tools

Using AI to Increase Program Adoption

Utilities invest significant effort in designing programs, yet often lack insight into which customers are ready to participate or what will help them sign up. Explore how utilities of all sizes are using AI to gain customer intelligence to move beyond broad promotion toward smarter, targeted...
October 27, 2026 - January 27, 2026

Smart Strategies for Refreshing Your Key Accounts Program

Learn what experienced key accounts representatives are doing to navigate common challenges in today’s evolving landscape. Hear which strategies have driven success in their utilities, and gain candid lessons and practical insights into what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what makes sense for your key...
October 27, 2026

Engaging with Customers on Affordability

As customers continue to raise and face concerns on energy affordability, interactions between CSRs and customers over their monthly bills, or payment options when behind, can be increasingly stressful and strained. Walk through recent utility and ratepayer advocate case studies and discuss how to...
October 27, 2026
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Generation

Appeals Court Limits DOE Emergency Authority Tied to Power Plants

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on Sept. 11 vacated the Department of Energy's (DOE) order requiring Consumers Energy's J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Michigan to remain in operation beyond its planned retirement date.

Opportunities and Perils of Data Center Load Growth

Data centers can be a powerful engine for economic growth, but their development can also create significant challenges for utilities and communities. Gain clarity on who is showing up at the utility door -- from hyperscale cloud providers and AI developers to colocation operators and crypto miners...
October 25, 2026