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Generation
Alpha Generation, LLC recently announced it has submitted plans to supply approximately 450 megawatts of additional electric generation at four existing power stations across Maryland, New Jersey and Ohio.
Community Engagement
In a recent interview with APPA, Karen Kelley, Chief Operations Officer at Oregon public power utility Eugene Water and Electric Board, discusses how EWEB is proactively working to improve water resiliency.
Energy Efficiency
Reading Municipal Light Department is partnering with Reading Cooperative Bank to bring the Massachusetts public power utility’s customers a new Heat Pump 0% Interest Loan incentive.
The Clallam Public Utility District Board of Commissioners has approved an update to the utility’s meter policy, addressing the increasing difficulty in procuring analog meters and the dwindling inventory.
Bonds and Financing
The American Public Power Association has launched a municipal bond advocacy page that includes a summary of its key messages on the issue, links to related news, and links to supporting documents.
Generation
Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), along with a number of cosponsors, recently introduced H.R. 2160, the Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act.
Environment
An agreement between the Cascade Water Alliance and Tacoma Water, a division of Washington State’s Tacoma Public Utilities, to supply water to Cascade customers starting in 2041, was approved by the Tacoma City Council at a recent council meeting.
Energy Efficiency
Ongoing efforts by the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho to reduce energy consumption have been recognized with the Idaho Award for Leadership in Energy Efficiency.
President Trump recently signed an Executive Order titled, “Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness.” The EO directs the federal government to review all national preparedness and response policies.
Electricity Markets
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission staff on March 20 issued its annual State of the Markets report for 2024 to provide the industry and public with key information on market conditions and emerging issues in natural gas and electricity markets as well as significant market trends and fundamentals for the year.