As the United States gears up for upcoming presidential and Senate elections, the implications for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) are substantial. This independent agency, which plays a pivotal role in overseeing electric transmission and natural gas policies, finds its direction
CenterPoint Energy has faced substantial scrutiny following the fallout from Hurricane Beryl. The storm caused extensive damage to the utility’s electric infrastructure and resulted in power outages for millions of customers. In response to criticism, CenterPoint undertook a comprehensive review a
Environmentalists are rethinking nuclear power, a topic once shrouded in controversy. Faced with the urgent need to combat climate change, these advocates are now recognizing the potential benefits of nuclear energy. This article explores the reasons behind this transformation, delving into the
Maine has taken a bold step in protecting its consumers by instituting new regulatory measures that prohibit utilities from using ratepayer funds for advertising, lobbying, and political expenses. These measures, implemented by the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC), aim to ensure greater
The PJM Interconnection's recent capacity auction has sent shockwaves through the energy sector, revealing an unprecedented surge in capacity prices and prompting urgent calls for legislative intervention. With capacity costs skyrocketing from $2.2 billion to a staggering $14.7 billion for the
The burgeoning demand for electricity in the United States is increasingly driven by an exceptional boom in artificial intelligence (AI). This remarkable surge has led U.S. electric utilities to project a very optimistic forecast, influencing market expectations of sales growth for the remainder of
