Cuba is grappling with a severe energy crisis, primarily driven by a confluence of aging infrastructure and stringent U.S. sanctions. This crisis reached a tipping point when the National Electric System (SEN) collapsed in October 2024 following the shutdown of the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric
In an evolving energy landscape, the U.S. faces a critical need for enhancing its long-distance electric transmission infrastructure. The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Transmission Planning Study underscores the urgency, highlighting the role of interregional transmission lines in e
A recent ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas has significantly altered the landscape for transmission line construction in the state. By striking down a Texas law that awarded incumbent utilities the exclusive rights to construct transmission lines connecting to
The City of Medicine Hat has unveiled its budget proposal for 2025, which includes a slight adjustment to non-energy utility rates and an unexpected win for residents: the elimination of recycling fees. In a bid to balance fiscal responsibility and affordability, city leaders have put forth
Duke Energy has taken a significant step forward in its renewable energy initiatives by expanding its Green Source Advantage Choice (GSA-C) program in North Carolina. This new program provides large businesses with accessible pathways to transition to 100% renewable, carbon-free energy, building on
Privatization of municipal utilities has been a contentious issue in America for decades, with proponents arguing that private companies bring efficiencies and economies of scale, while opponents warn of potential profit-driven motives and a loss of public oversight. This prevalent debate delves
