New England states are collaborating on a regional nuclear power strategy amid rising electricity demands and differing energy policies. A summit held Wednesday, September 30, at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, revealed a shared enthusiasm among all six New England governors for new nuclear energy, sparking what Vermont Department of Public Service Commissioner Kerrick Johnson

Ontario has established a formal competitive procurement process for new electricity transmission infrastructure, known as the Transmitter Selection Framework (TSF). The framework was directed by the Ontario Ministry of Energy in July 2023. The TSF is being used to procure a transmitter for the development, construction, and operation of a 900 MW electricity transmission line,

Trade Dispute Threatens Power Grid Stability and Increases Costs A trade dispute between the United States and Canada is prompting concerns about the potential impact on electricity supply, costs, carbon emissions, and grid reliability. While tariffs have been applied to various products, electricity has, until recently, been spared. A new study published October 1 in

Nation’s Power Supply Faces Threat from Data Center Growth and Regulatory Opposition A surge in electricity demand, driven by artificial intelligence advancements and the proliferation of data centers, is creating a critical challenge for America's power infrastructure. Utility companies are encountering escalating opposition to data center projects, even after initial approvals have been secured, hindering

**Governor Seeks Expedited Pipeline Review Amid Energy Cost Concerns** Gov. Maura Healey has formally requested that the Trump administration hasten the federal review process for a natural gas pipeline expansion project, a move that reverses her previous opposition to such infrastructure. The request, communicated in a letter to Energy Secretary Chris Wright on October 1,

New England’s nuclear power revival remains unlikely, despite rising electricity demands and limited fossil fuel alternatives. Developers are directing their focus elsewhere, particularly to the Deep South and Midwest, due to factors including a lack of data center demand, high labor and material costs, community opposition, and uncertain financial prospects. On Wednesday, officials from all

Constellation Energy’s stock price increased following the announcement of a 20-year power agreement with Amazon on Wednesday. The deal involves the Calvert Cliffs Clean Energy Center in Lusby, Maryland, and will encompass 690 megawatts of power, facilitating approximately $3 billion in investment at the facility. An additional 190 megawatts of power-generating capacity is expected to

**Midwest Natural Gas Demand Expected to Rise Following Coal Plant Ruling** A recent decision by a federal appeals court has vacated a Department of Energy order that previously extended the operating life of the Consumers Energy J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Michigan. The ruling signals the plant’s eventual retirement and suggests a potential increase

East Kentucky Power Cooperative Outlines Efforts to Maintain Affordable Electricity East Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC) is actively working to manage costs and ensure electricity remains affordable for its member cooperatives, according to President & CEO Dan Mosler. Rising operational expenses, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and equipment, pose challenges for the cooperative. The price

A significant power infrastructure project is planned for eastern South Dakota, raising questions about the region’s future development. The proposed 765-kilovolt transmission line, the state’s first of its kind, will traverse Grant, Deuel, and Brookings counties. This line, described as the electrical equivalent of replacing a rural highway with a six-lane interstate, will connect Big

Talen Energy Corporation is implementing a $1.5 billion accelerated share repurchase program and expanding its overall share repurchase authorization to $3 billion, extending through December 31, 2028. This move is intended to enhance shareholder value while maintaining financial stability. The accelerated share repurchase program, finalized through agreements totaling $1.5 billion, is expected to be completed

Electric Era has expanded its services for companies forecasting 5CP events within the PJM Interconnection’s wholesale market. The 5CP scheme establishes annual user tariffs based on power consumption during the five highest one-hour periods of demand. Electric Era’s Energy Management System (EMS), created specifically for the electric vehicle charging sector, predicts these periods and adjusts

A study reveals that tariffs on Canadian electricity negatively impact the North American power system, reducing efficiency, hindering decarbonization efforts, and compromising reliability. Researchers Siyuan Wang and Fengqi You used ten years of New York electricity market data and power system simulations to demonstrate these effects. Tariffs exceeding 55% on Ontario imports, or 90% when

PJM Delays Electricity Supply Procurement Following Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Action PJM Interconnection has postponed its reliability backstop procurement after the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission suspended the proposal for five months, leaving questions about capacity procurement and cost allocation unresolved. On September 30, PJM confirmed it would not launch its planned one-time electricity-supply procurement, following

Electric Era Introduces Energy Management System Predicting Peak Demand, Reducing Costs for EV Charging Stations SEATTLE, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Electric Era has launched a new energy management program for the electric vehicle charging industry, successfully forecasting all five PJM 5CP (coincident peak) events and generating savings for EV fast charging clients through reduced

Public Utility Commission Approves Contracts for Google Data Center, Protects Customer Costs The Michigan Public Service Commission has authorized agreements between DTE Electric Co. and Google LLC to supply electricity to a data center under construction in Van Buren Township, Wayne County. The approval, issued October 1, 2026, includes stipulations designed to prevent other utility

Governor Maura Healey has formally requested the Trump administration to expedite the review process for a natural gas expansion project, marking a shift in the state’s energy strategy. In a letter to Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Healey urged the Secretary to promptly issue the necessary permits for the Reliable Affordable Resilient Enhancement, or RARE, project.

Governor Halts Data Center Permit Issuance in Texas On September 21, 2026, Texas Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to temporarily suspend the issuance of permits for data center projects. This action follows the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)’s audit of the impacts of data centers on the state’s

LOWELL — New England is reevaluating nuclear power as a potential solution to rising electricity demand, marking a “transition” for the technology, according to energy experts. A panel discussion held Wednesday at UMass Lowell brought together energy officials, researchers, and industry representatives from the six-state region to examine advanced reactors, fusion technology, and the practical

**Study Finds Cross-Border Tariffs Harm North American Power System** A new study demonstrates that tariffs on electricity imports from Canada negatively impact the efficiency, decarbonization efforts, and reliability of the North American power system. Researchers analyzed ten years of New York electricity market data and power system simulations to reach their conclusions. The United States

California grid officials are preparing for an extensive heat wave, issuing directives to utilities to maximize power availability and transmission capacity. The California Independent System Operator, which manages approximately 80% of California’s electric grid from its Folsom control room, has implemented “restricted maintenance operations.” These directives require utilities and energy market participants in Southern California

Data center operators are increasingly building their own power generation sources, prompting utilities and regulators to redefine the boundaries between private power, grid access, and the responsibilities of those utilizing the public power system. Most privately powered data centers will continue to rely on the public transmission system for reliability services such as standby capacity,

Governor Healey Requests Expedited Federal Review of Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion Governor Maura Healey has formally requested that the federal government accelerate its review of a proposed natural gas pipeline expansion project in New England, citing concerns over rising energy costs for residents. In a letter to U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Healey urged swift

A widespread blackout in August 2003 disrupted power to substantial portions of Ontario and the northeastern U.S., interrupting approximately 61,800 MW of customer load. While the power grid was restored within roughly 30 hours, a provincial state of emergency persisted until August 22 as generation capacity returned. This event highlighted the need for power-system resilience,

Texas' grid-scale battery market has experienced rapid growth and significant economic challenges in recent years. At the start of the decade, Texas had approximately 200 megawatts of battery capacity. Currently, that figure has risen to seventeen gigawatts, with an additional five gigawatts slated for completion by the end of 2026. This rapid expansion has resulted

Amazon and Constellation Energy have finalized a 20-year power purchase agreement aimed at expanding and improving Maryland’s Calvert Cliffs Clean Energy Center, the state's largest source of clean energy. The agreement, announced Wednesday, will facilitate over $3 billion in infrastructure investments within Maryland, including upgrades to the 1,790-megawatt Calvert Cliffs facility. The project anticipates the

Texas Halts Data Center Permit Approvals Amid Grid and Resource Concerns Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to temporarily suspend the issuance of permits for data center projects, effective September 21, 2026. The directive follows a request from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to

Lawmakers Grapple with Data Center Power Cost Concerns in Ohio Ohio officials are currently attempting to determine how the financial burden of powering new data centers will be distributed, after previously incentivizing their construction without establishing safeguards for residential electric customers. The state has actively sought to attract data centers for years, a fact that

A Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce held a hearing Wednesday to examine electricity ratemaking processes and grid congestion, with substantial discussion devoted to the proposed 765-kilovolt transmission line project. The state’s electrical grid has recently drawn attention due to increased electricity demand from large facilities like data centers and modifications to the Electric

Amazon has entered into a 20-year agreement with Constellation Energy to procure nuclear power from the Calvert Cliffs nuclear plant in Maryland. Goldman Sachs analyst Carly Davenport considers the deal a positive development for the broader energy industry, reflecting a trend among technology companies securing stable power sources for data centers and semiconductor fabrication facilities.

The Department of Environmental Protection has declared the completion of cleanup efforts at the Sharon Steel Corp Farrell Works Disposal Area Superfund Site in Mercer County, as detailed in the October 3 Pennsylvania Bulletin. The 330-acre site, situated in Hermitage and Farrell, operated from 1900 until 1992, manufacturing various steel products. During its operational period,

A joint venture between PPL Corp. may purchase approximately 29% of Fell Township to construct power plants intended to supply electricity to data centers in Lackawanna County. Representatives from Invitium Energy LLC, a partnership of PPL Corp. and Blackstone Infrastructure, presented information to the Fell Township planning commission Tuesday regarding the possibility of developing power

JOHNSON CREEK — A proposed transmission line project, the Wisconsin Southeast Transmission Project, is progressing through routing and site evaluation, and a community representative forum is scheduled for October 6 in Johnson Creek. The project, intended to meet increasing electricity demand, support renewable energy, and strengthen the power grid, involves a 106-mile, 345kv transmission line.

The Texas power grid successfully managed the summer heat without resorting to conservation measures or blackouts, according to the Reliable Grid Project. During a virtual briefing, Oliver Bernstein of the Reliable Grid Project highlighted the vital role of renewable energy sources and battery storage in allowing the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid to

A recent study forecasts that data centers planned for construction in Illinois within the next decade will produce thousands of jobs and a substantial amount of new property tax revenue. However, observers remain doubtful that the expected advantages will be fully realized or will outweigh the environmental and energy-related costs. The Illinois Economic Policy Institute

A major power transmission project is planned for eastern South Dakota, poised to become the state's largest infrastructure undertaking. The proposed 765-kilovolt line, costing over $2 billion, will span 160 miles through Grant, Deuel, and Brookings counties. It will connect Big Stone South to Minnesota and extend the regional network toward Iowa, Rochester, and the

Batesville Residents Voice Concerns at Power Grid Project Open House BATESVILLE, Ind. – Hundreds of people attended an informational session Wednesday evening regarding the Batesville Transmission Improvements Project, hosted by Indiana Michigan Power. The event provided a forum for residents to ask questions about the project's potential impact on property values, construction procedures, timelines, and

A new alliance has formed in Texas to advocate for the development of data centers and power generation facilities amid growing local resistance. The Lone Star Infrastructure Coalition (LSIC) officially began operations on October 1, 2026, uniting major players in the data center and energy sectors. The coalition aims to directly address concerns from communities

Constellation and Amazon Announce Calvert Cliffs Power Uprate Agreement A long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) between Constellation and Amazon was announced yesterday, supporting a 190-megawatt uprate at the Calvert Cliffs nuclear power plant in Lusby, Maryland. The Calvert Cliffs plant has two pressurized water reactors that began commercial operation in 1975 and 1977, respectively. The

Lawmakers Fail to Shield Ohioans from Rising Energy Costs Linked to Data Centers A special energy auction has been initiated to address a power shortfall, potentially leading to higher electricity prices for Ohio residents. The action by PJM, the electrical grid operator for Ohio and 12 other states, comes after a regular auction fell short

Delaware faces growing questions regarding the absence of new power plant construction, stemming from rising electricity demands, aging infrastructure, and concerns about future power generation. The situation is rooted in the 1999 Electric Utility Restructuring Act, which deregulated electricity generation in the state. This action separated electricity production from distribution, meaning Delmarva Power now primarily