The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio on July 9 issued an order directing AEP Ohio to file new tariffs applying to data centers.

San Antonio, Texas-based public power utility CPS Energy recently detailed the benefits of the Assistance Finder, a streamlined tool that makes it easier for customers to apply for bill assistance.

The Michigan Public Service Commission recently approved the application for construction of two new major electric transmission lines in southern Michigan, granting Michigan Electric Transmission Co. the certificates of public convenience and necessity for the projects meant to strengthen Michigan’s power grid, reduce grid congestion and allow for more integration of renewable energy into the grid.

London Economics International research shows headline growth in U.S. data center electricity demand “cannot be supported by a realistic expansion of global semiconductor chip capacity,” the consulting firm said on July 7.

WPPI Energy is seeking proposals from third-party suppliers for short to medium term capacity with or without associated peaking energy rights.

ArcLight Capital Partners on July 10 announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire 100 percent of the economic interests in Middletown Energy Center, a 484 MW natural gas fired power generation asset located in Butler County, Ohio.