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Community Engagement

Holland BPW Officials Detail Activities Related to Outreach to Local Schools

The following is a transcript of the May 11, 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
nuclear design
Generation

NPPD Completes Next Gen Nuclear Feasibility Study, Identifies Top Four Siting Options for Advanced Nuclear Reactors

A siting feasibility study found that Sutherland, Beatrice, Brownville, and Norfolk are the top four communities in Nebraska best suited to host a next generation nuclear facility, based on current infrastructure and siting criteria, the Nebraska Public Power District said on May 20.
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Bills and Rates

Merced Irrigation District Considering Reduced Electric Rates

Merced Irrigation District is considering a proposal to update its electric rates that would result in reduced costs for many of its customers.
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Energy Storage

CPS Energy Marks Official Start of Construction on Alamo City Battery Energy Storage System

OCI Energy, CPS Energy, and their project teams on May 19 gathered in southeastern Bexar County, Texas, to mark the official start of construction on the Alamo City Battery Energy Storage System.
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Community Engagement

Governor Announces Economic Development Awards From NYPA That Will Spur More Than $104 Million in Capital Investment

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced economic development awards from the New York Power Authority that will spur more than $104 million in capital investment and support 287 jobs in Western New York and the North Country.
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Electricity Markets

DOE Funding Would Fall 8% in FY 2027 Appropriations Bill Approved by House Committee

The House Committee on Appropriations on May 20 passed 34 to 25 the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for 2027.
nuclear design
Generation

NRC Completes Environmental Assessment of Proposed Advanced Reactor Ahead of Schedule

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has completed its environmental assessment of the proposed Long Mott Generating Station ahead of schedule, marking a key milestone in the review of an advanced X-energy nuclear reactor facility at Dow Chemical’s Seadrift site in Port Lavaca, Texas.
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Community Engagement

Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems Awards $2,500 Scholarships to Students

Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems has awarded $2,500 scholarships to students who reside in UAMPS member cities participating in UAMPS solar projects.
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Three-Part Communication Training

How and when to use three-part communication (whether in the field or control room) to improve safety and reliability and to support consistent, error-free coordination.
May 21, 2026