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EPA final rule makes changes to CCR regulations, finalizes deadline for units to initiate closure

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on July 29 finalized several changes to the regulations for coal combustion residuals, known as CCR or coal ash.
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Line workers in the City of Purcell, Okla., go above and beyond as firefighters

One of the many things that makes public power utilities unique are the strong bonds that they have forged with their communities. People who work at public power utilities are always ready to pitch in and help in any way they can when their community needs them. Job descriptions don’t matter. It’s

Maine legislative committee OKs plan for task force to study consumer-owned authority

A committee in the Maine Legislature on July 24 voted to recommend the formation of a task force that would create a proposed transition and business plan for a state consumer-owned electric utility.
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Workforce

Advanced Public Utility Accounting

Part three of the three-part Accounting Fundamental Series. This practical course examines the more complicated aspects of accounting theory and practice to inform planning and decision-making and help execute your day-to-day responsibilities. Earn 12.8 CPE credits.
November 4 - 12, 2026
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What is transmission?

A graphic overview of what’s involved in the transmission system, why it is important, and how much it affects the electric bill.
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Energy Efficiency

SEP: Review Panel

The SEP Review Panel has 12 members. Two of the Panel members are the officers on APPA’s Energy Innovation committee. The other 10 Panel members are nominated by the chair of APPA's board. Panel members serve two-year terms and can choose to serve up to three terms. When there is a vacancy on the
July 15, 2020