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Distributed Energy Resources

RWE Announces Virtual PPA with Oracle for 433 MW

RWE recently announced a virtual power purchase agreement with Oracle for 433 megawatts. The agreement provides power from RWE’s existing Panther Creek I, II and III wind farms in West Texas located in Sterling, Howard and Glasscock counties.
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Security

APPA Announces Inaugural Set of Public Power Cybersecurity Accelerator Program Designees

The American Public Power Association recently announced the inaugural set of public power utility Cybersecurity Accelerator Program (CAP) designees.
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Reliability

Pennsylvania PUC Releases Study That Warns Rapid Data Center Growth Could Pose Reliability Risks

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission this month released an independent analysis warning that rapidly growing electricity demand – driven largely by data center development – could create serious reliability risks across Pennsylvania and the broader region unless electricity supply keeps pace with that growth.

Navigating Private Use Implications of New Large Loads

The Treasury regulations on private use set in 2002 did not foresee the type of new large retail loads the industry is facing today. Walk through the specific challenges these regulations pose on development and get practical recommendations for addressing them. Learn what is being done and...
October 13, 2026

Affordability Under Pressure: Markets, Supply Chain, and Load Growth

Utilities are facing rising costs, longer procurement timelines, and growing pressure to maintain affordable rates. This session explores the market and supply chain trends affecting public power utilities and how joint action agencies can help members navigate increasing financial challenges.
January 11, 2027