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Energy Storage

Fitch Outlines Threat of Battery Storage System Degradation

Battery energy storage systems, especially those used for arbitrage, could face faster degradation and higher capital expenditures volatility than renewables and thermal peaking plants, according to Fitch Ratings.
Distribution Lines
Transmission

Best Practices in Overhead Distribution Line Design

Part two of the Overhead Distribution Series. Review industry best practices, engage with your peers, and complete over twenty-five (25) practical hands-on design exercises using line design software.
May 4 - 7, 2026
Distribution Lines
Reliability

Overhead Distribution Principles and Applications

Part one of the two-part Overhead Distribution Series. Learn about the characteristics and functions of overhead distribution components and the legal/regulatory/business requirements that drive today’s overhead distribution practices. Explore specific requirements and practices associated with
March 18 - 26, 2026
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Environment

APPA Urges EPA to Reconsider Key Element of Coal Combustion Residual Proposal

The Environmental Protection Agency should withdraw and re-propose provisions related to coal combustion residual management units included in a proposed rule once it performs the requisite risk assessment and determines whether and how to regulate coal combustion residual disposal practices not currently regulated under federal regulations, the American Public Power Association said in July 17 comments submitted to EPA.
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Transmission

Overhead Distribution Systems: Hybrid Series

This two-part series features in-depth courses on Overhead Distribution Systems (OHD): 1) OHD Principles and Applications (Virtual) and 2) Best Practices in OHD Line Design (In-person at the 2026 Spring Institute). Get a comprehensive overview of overhead distribution practices, review industry best
March 18, 2026 - May 7, 2026
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Public Communications Survey Report

This is the summary report of the seventh survey of public power’s communications organization, resources, and practices that APPA has conducted since 1987. Topics covered include how public communications departments...
July 19, 2023