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Security

House Approves Terrorism Risk Insurance Act Program Reauthorization

The House on June 29 approved H.R. 7128, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) Program Reauthorization Act of 2026, by a vote of 373-15. APPA supports the bill.
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Community Engagement

Twenty-six Individuals, Ten Utilities Win National Public Power Awards at APPA's National Conference

Twenty-six individuals and ten utilities were recognized for service to the American Public Power Association and the public power industry during APPA’s National Conference in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Electricity Markets

Travis Kavulla is Sworn in as 17th BPA Administrator

Travis Kavulla was sworn in on June 30 as the new administrator and CEO of the Bonneville Power Administration by U.S. Under Secretary of Energy Kyle Haustveit, becoming the 17th administrator in BPA's 89-year history.
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KPP Energy CEO and General Manager Colin Hansen Details New Video Series, Member Services

The following is a transcript of the June 1, 2026, episode of Public Power Now. Learn more about subscribing to Public Power Now at PublicPower.org/Podcasts . Some quotes may have been edited for clarity. Paul Ciampoli Welcome to the latest episode of Public Power Now. I'm Paul Ciampoli, APPA's News
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Energy Storage

Seven States Power Corporation Announces Large-Scale Battery Storage in Partnership with NES

Seven States Power Corporation recently announced that it will deliver a significant infrastructure investment to modernize the electric grid in partnership with Nashville Electric Service, a public public utility.
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Reliability

CPS Energy Releases RFP Focused on Battery Storage and Microgrid Technology

Texas public power utility CPS Energy has released a request for proposals focused on battery storage and microgrid technology.
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Reliability

DOE Issues Emergency Orders to Mitigate Blackout Risks in Mid-Atlantic

The U.S. Department of Energy on June 30 issued two emergency orders to mitigate blackout risks in the Mid-Atlantic ahead of the region’s predicted record-breaking peak loads brought on by forecasted hot weather conditions.

Financial Forecasting in Uncertain Times

Especially in volatile times, your financial forecasting strategy needs to shift, including conducting risk-adjusted modeling, to bring clarity to the breadth of financial implications surrounding uncertainty. Learn strategies for effective forecasting and how to build structures that remain stable...
September 15, 2026

Assessing the Risks and Possibilities of Using AI in Risk Management

Depending on your stance, AI is either a risk, a tool, or somewhere in-between. Review the key risks, limitations, and best practices for using AI in risk management to ensure your utility applies it effectively and avoids common pitfalls. Walk through key considerations when evaluating AI tools and...
September 15, 2026

Joint Action Agency Roundtable

Connect with colleagues from joint action agencies and state and regional associations to swap ideas and strategies on the business and finance topics of your choice.
September 15, 2026