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Generation

DOE Awards Utility $271 Million to Help Support California Nuclear Plant’s Extended Operations

The U.S. Department of Energy on Aug. 14 awarded Pacific Gas and Electric $271 million to help support Diablo Canyon Power Plant’s extended operations.
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Generation

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Draft Plan Identifies Resource Portfolio to Meet Region's Energy Needs by 2032

To meet the growing need for energy in the Pacific Northwest by 2032, the region will need to expand its power system by adding a diverse mix of over 11,000 megawatts (MW) of new generation, over 5,000 MW of storage, and over 1,000 average-megawatts (aMW) of energy efficiency, among other resources
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Electricity Markets

PJM Proposes Framework to Connect Data Centers

The PJM Interconnection on Aug. 13 filed its proposed framework to connect new data centers and other Large Load customers that bring their own power supplies consistent with the Ratepayer Protection Pledge from the Trump Administration.
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Artificial Intelligence and Public Power

Resources and examples to help public power utilities evaluate and adopt AI effectively.
August 13, 2026
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Electricity Markets

Report Says New Hampshire Exit from ISO-NE Presents Significant Practical Uncertainty

While New Hampshire could theoretically withdraw from ISO New England, there is significant practical uncertainty tied to such a move, London Economics International concludes in a recent report.
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Generation

New GM of Idaho Falls Power Details How New Peaking Plant Will Benefit Utility, Customers

The following is a transcript of the July 20, 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