Generation
Texas public power utility Austin Energy in late November issued an all resource request for proposals.
Community Engagement
The Gallatin Department of Electricity, a Tennessee public power utility, recently opened a new facility that expands crew quarters and creates additional space for utility trucks.
Generation
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Dec. 19 announced a landmark agreement between the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and Ontario Power Generation (OPG).
Reliability
The Long Island Power Authority on Dec. 18 announced the adoption of its 2026 budget, which delivers stable electric rates, including a 3.3% decrease in the average residential customer’s electric bill.
Electricity Markets
The PJM Interconnection on Dec. 17 announced the results of its 2027/2028 Base Residual Auction (BRA), which secured 134,479 MW of unforced capacity generation (UCAP) and demand response (DR) to meet projected electricity needs for more than 67 million people across 13 states and the District of Columbia.
Grid Modernization
IEEE-USA is seeking applications to apply for the Congressional Electric Grid Policy Fellowship. The fellowship stipend will range from $100k for a brand-new PhD to $200k for those with experience.