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WPPI Energy is seeking proposals for long term capacity resources through a recently issued request for proposals.
Community Engagement
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is inviting eligible nonprofits and public agencies to apply for its Community Emission Grants Program.
Community Engagement
Residents in the North Carolina towns of Pineville and Hobgood will soon have more opportunities for community and connection in their downtowns.
Distributed Energy Resources
Austin Energy recently provided details on its new Solar Standard Offer program, which will allow commercial property owners to either host solar panels on their rooftops or lease their roof space to third-party solar developers.
Transmission
The U.S. Department of Energy on Nov. 25 announced that up to $30 million is available to accelerate the interconnection process for new energy generation through the introduction of artificial intelligence techniques.
Dr. Charles Moreland will succeed Sheila Pressley as chief customer experience officer at Florida public power utility JEA effective Dec. 2.
Energy Storage
The following is a transcript of the Nov. 25, 2024, episode of Public Power Now. Learn more about subscribing to Public Power Now at Publicpower.org/Podcasts. Some quotes may have been edited for clarity. Paul Ciampoli Welcome to the latest episode of Public Power Now. I'm Paul Ciampoli, APPA’s news
Electric Vehicles
A new study commissioned by the Environmental Defense Fund and written by Black & Veatch finds that when utilities prepare for new electricity demand from electric trucks and buses, it’s good for ratepayers.