grid

California Grid Operator’s Board OKs Proposal to Improve Interconnection Process

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) Board of Governors recently adopted a proposal aimed at improving the grid operator’s interconnection process.
EPPC Awards
Community Engagement

Forty-nine Public Power Electric Utilities and Utility Organizations Earn Public Power Communications Awards

Forty-nine public power electric utilities and utility organizations earned Excellence in Public Power Communications Awards from the American Public Power Association. The awards were presented this week at APPA’s Customer...
nuke

Inflation Reduction Act, Retiring Coal Plants Could Benefit Advanced Nuclear Plants

The retirement of aging coal-fired plants combined with the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act has created an opportunity for public power utilities looking to secure long-term, reliable supplies of clean energy, according to advanced nuclear firm NuScale Power.

Fresno, Calif., Officials Eye Possible Formation of Public Power

Officials in Fresno, Calif., are taking a closer look at the potential formation of a public power utility for the city. The city is currently served by investor-owned Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).
congress

APPA Weighs in on Energy Tax Provisions of Inflation Reduction Act

In comments filed with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury Department on Nov. 4 related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act, the American Public Power Association (APPA) weighed in on several key issues tied to the energy tax provisions of the IRA.
SEP smart energy
Energy Efficiency

Thirty-One Public Power Utilities Earn Smart Energy Provider Designation

Thirty-one public power utilities have earned a Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designation from the American Public Power Association for demonstrating commitment to and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation, and...
U.S. Capital building

Election Results Don’t Change Public Power’s Advocacy

An oft-repeated phrase is “elections have consequences.” As of this writing, the day after our midterm elections, with both the House and Senate still undecided, my position is: “Whatever the...
accounting/finance
Bills and Rates

Accounting Fundamentals: Three-Part Virtual Series

This three-part virtual series will provide a foundational overview of utility accounting concepts, applications, and theories to inform planning, decision-making and help execute your day-to-day responsibilities.
September 29, 2026 - November 12, 2026
plant

Combined Cycle Gas Plants Reverse Trend, Adding Nearly Eight GW This Year: EIA

By the end of the year, eight natural gas-fired combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plants have either come online or are scheduled to do so, reversing a four-year decline in CCGT start-ups, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA).
microgrid

Columbus, Ohio, Unveils First Solar-Powered Microgrid

The City of Columbus, Ohio’s Department of Public Utilities recently put into operation its first-ever solar-powered microgrid.