EPA’s new final rule charges oil, gas companies ‘methane fee’ for …
Nov 14, 2024 · For the first time, oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if their toxic methane emissions rise above specific levels, according to a final rule announced Tuesday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Small modular reactors coming to Virginia, says Appalachian Power
Nov 18, 2024 · Appalachian Power, an American Electric Power (AEP) company, said Nov. 14 it plans to file an application with the Virginia State Corporation Commission in spring 2025 to bring small modular reactors (SMRs) to Virginia.
National Grid to begin two-year initiative to install smart meters in ...
Nov 20, 2024 · National Grid is launching a two-year initiative to deploy smart meters across Western New York. Starting in January, approximately 4,100 customers in this region will receive new smart meters, providing customers with additional control and near real-time insights about their energy use.
ComEd launches exploratory BESS pilot program in Illinois
Dec 10, 2024 · A new ComEd pilot program aims to explore the scalability of solar and energy storage solutions to support a more resilient power grid, the company said on Dec. 6. ComEd has commissioned a new battery energy storage system (BESS) in Rockford, Ill., that will serve as a critical component of its ...
NAEUC installs new president, adopts “Let There Be Light” theme
Nov 19, 2024 · The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) introduced a new theme for the association at the 136th Annual Meeting last week, Let There Be Light. As Georgia Commissioner and newly installed NARUC President Tricia ... Read More »
Two H2Hubs nab up to $2.2B to speed deployment of clean …
Nov 22, 2024 · Two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) will receive up to $2.2 billion in federal award commitments to hasten the commercial deployment of low-cost, clean hydrogen, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced Wednesday. “The Biden-Harris administration has followed through on its promise to ...
Oncor will invest $3B in grid upgrades following system resiliency …
Nov 18, 2024 · Texas regulators Nov. 14 approved the system resiliency plan (SRP) for Dallas-based Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, which now plans to invest approximately $3 billion in its distribution system over the next four years.
‘Beware of utility scammers,’ warns energy industry
Nov 20, 2024 · Utilities United Against Scams (UUAS) and its members are reminding customers to stay alert to scammers, which typically become more active during the holiday season. “We encourage customers of all ages to stop and verify ... Read More »
NARUC launches new natural gas readiness forum
Nov 13, 2024 · The executive committee of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) approved a nine-month extension of the Gas-Electric Alignment for Reliability Task Force and launched a new natural gas readiness forum.
IPAA outlines energy priorities for Trump Transition team
Nov 20, 2024 · The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) recently relayed its issue priorities for the oil and gas industry to the Trump Transition team. The priorities include equitable tax policies for energy businesses, sensible environmental regulations, ... Read More »