This is the summary report of the seventh survey of public power’s communications organization, resources, and practices that APPA has conducted since 1987. Topics covered include how public communications departments...
Environment
The Environmental Protection Agency should withdraw and re-propose provisions related to coal combustion residual management units included in a proposed rule once it performs the requisite risk assessment and determines whether and how to regulate coal combustion residual disposal practices not currently regulated under federal regulations, the American Public Power Association said in July 17 comments submitted to EPA.
Energy Storage
Battery energy storage systems, especially those used for arbitrage, could face faster degradation and higher capital expenditures volatility than renewables and thermal peaking plants, according to Fitch Ratings.
At a meeting held during its annual conference, the Florida Municipal Electric Association on July 19 elected a new slate of officers to preside over the organization’s board of directors.
Community Engagement
Why public power communities big and small face the threat of having their community ownership challenged, and how to reduce the risk of being the target of a buyout.
Community Engagement
How public power’s strengths can also be threats to its success, and vice versa.
Workforce
How public power is attracting and keeping hard-to-fill positions and skilled workers in a tight job market.
Energy Efficiency
What a recent survey of recent high school graduates found about young people’s attitudes, knowledge and behaviors around energy and efficiency.
The recently retired CEO of Salt River Project in Arizona shares the importance of establishing a clear vision and following the mission.
Community Engagement
How community-owned utilities keep public discourse about projects civil and stay focused on what is best for the community.