Evolution of Solar Rates

Customers are increasingly adopting behind-the-meter technologies, including solar. Explore how and why Austin Energy and Sacramento Municipal Utility District, early leaders in value-based solar compensation, evolved their value of solar methodologies. Learn how changing customer adoption patterns...
September 14, 2026

Electricity Price Trends and Affordability

Gain a deeper understanding of how various factors are affecting the price of electricity, including load growth, technology, and geopolitical concerns. Learn practical strategies to balance affordability, financial resilience, and economic development. Review the core contractual and financing...
September 14, 2026

Paying Public Power Employees Competitively

Public power utilities must compete for skilled talent while balancing public accountability and fiscal responsibility. Explore practical approaches to keeping public power compensation competitive through market data, compensation studies, and strategic pay practices. Gain insights on how utilities...
September 14, 2026

Large Utility Roundtable

Connect with colleagues from other large public power utilities and organizations, including joint action agencies, to swap ideas and strategies on the business and finance topics of your choice.
September 15, 2026

Small Utility Roundtable

Connect with colleagues from other small public power utilities to swap ideas and strategies on the business and finance topics of your choice.
September 15, 2026
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Generation
NextEra Energy on March 20 confirmed that President Trump has approved the development of up to 10 gigawatts of natural gas powered generation in Texas and Pennsylvania.
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Electricity Markets
According to new analysis from The Brattle Group, better utilization of the existing US power system could save consumers more than $100 billion over the next decade.