The Energy Systems Integration Group has released a new report, Grid Planning for Building Electrification, that discusses new challenges for distribution systems under increased levels of building electrification and outlines key actions for planners and stakeholders to prepare the system for these new load impacts.

Shell Energy North America (US) L.P., a subsidiary of Shell plc, has signed an agreement to acquire a 100% equity stake in RISEC Holdings LLC, which owns a 609-megawatt two-unit combined-cycle gas turbine power plant in Rhode Island.

AEP Ohio on Oct. 23 filed a settlement agreement that addresses the power needs of Ohio’s growing data center industry “while protecting AEP Ohio’s other customers,” the utility said.

To further assist with advocacy efforts to help address transformer supply chain shortages, APPA is asking utility and joint action agency to participate in a quick survey about the environment around distribution transformer shortages and other supply chain challenges.

Bridge Renewable Energy and WATTMORE on Oct. 24 announced that they have signed an agreement with Nebraska public power utility Lincoln Electric System to develop and build a 3 MW/12 MWh energy storage project that will strengthen the local electric grid, support an existing community microgrid, and help LES develop knowledge and hands-on experience with battery storage.

The Western Area Power Administration–Upper Great Plains Customer Service Region has issued a request for indicative proposals to identify alternatives for firm capacity supply for the United States Department of Air Force Ellsworth Air Force Base, located near Rapid City, South Dakota, for the summer season to begin on May 1, 2025.