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Regulatory Decisions

Clean Energy RFOs in California

Affirming its commitment to reducing greenhouse gases in the state while concomitantly lowering energy costs for consumers, the California Public Utilities Commission (PUC) instructed Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) to issue requests for offers (RFOs) through which to procure battery storage capacity (or capacity from other preferred clean energy resources).

Settlement Slashes Niagara Mohawk’s Rate Request

Niagara Mohawk to increase rates $221 million over three years, of $978 million requested.

Resource Adequacy

Texas continues to closely monitor summer forecast for electricity supply and demand.

Electrified Transportation in California

California approves 15 pilot projects to “catalyze” electrification of EVs.

Energy Efficiency Guidelines

California sets guidelines for acquisition of energy efficiency from third parties.

Lubbock, Texas Gets Green Light to Join ERCOT

The move marks the first time a municipality with generation capabilities has opted to be part of ERCOT.

New York advances 26 large-scale renewable energy projects

Asks to be excluded from National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program.

Standard Offer Service in D.C.

Cost of electricity supply will decrease in D.C. if power comes from Potomac Electric Power.

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