Transmission
The New York State Energy Planning Board on July 23 voted to release a Draft State Energy Plan for public comment.
Energy Storage
Energy Dome, a long duration energy storage company, on July 25 announced a global commercial partnership with Google using Energy Dome’s CO2 battery technology “to enable carbon-free energy for the grids that powerGoogle’s operations.”
Bonds and Financing
Fitch Ratings recently affirmed the high “AA” rating for the city of Lakeland, Florida’s, electric system revenue and refunding bonds, highlighting the utility's resilience and robust financial standing, Lakeland Electric reported this month.
Reliability
California public power utility Truckee Donner Public Utility District board of directors adopted several key policies and plans during meetings held June 18, July 2 and July 16.
Workforce
Joseph Wilson was named the next General Manager of Washington State’s Jefferson County PUD at the regular meeting of the PUD’s Board of Commissioners on July 15.
Energy Storage
Colorado Springs Utilities on July 21 joined local leaders and NextEra Energy Resources to celebrate Colorado Springs, Colorado’s first battery energy storage system at a ribbon-cutting event.