Industry and advocacy speakers told the Board of Public Utilities that stronger storage targets and public education on storage safety would boost reliability and market confidence; one group offered to help develop safety FAQs and cited NFPA 855 adoption by the Department of Community Affairs.

Jim Robb, president and CEO of NERC, joined other industry leaders on June 4 at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s technical conference on resource adequacy in RTO and ISO regions. Speaking ...

The California Independent System Operator president spoke on how to make an energy dream a reality.

The secretary argued coal will remain a major global electricity source and said keeping coal plants operational helped avoid potential winter blackouts, asserting price differences when comparing coal-intensive and coal-free states.

California energy agencies discuss reliability strategies in light of increasing electricity demands.

Newest solar connected battery facility in Macon-Bibb County adds 128 MW of storage to grid ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Georgia Power leaders recently joined state and local officials and leaders from Robins Air Force Base to celebrate the commercial operation of the Robins Battery Facility, a 128-megawatt (MW) battery energy storage system (BESS) located near Warner Robins, Ga. The facility can deliver stored energy to the grid for up to four hours, enhancing grid reliability and flexibility. Paired with the nearby Robins Solar Facility, the battery system strengthens energy resilience and helps support Georgia’s continued growth. Robins Air […]

Alberta's ambitions to become a leading hub for data centres, particularly in the burgeoning AI sector, are facing headwinds due to the province's current approach to grid management. While aiming to attract $100 billion in investment and secure a top-tier position in North America for AI data centres, Alberta’s strategies are reportedly deterring major tech companies. The crux of the issue lies in the Alberta Electric System Operator's (AESO) restrictions on new data centre connections to the power grid, a response to unprecedented demand. The AESO is currently limiting new connections to 1,200 megawatts to safeguard grid stability, a figure significantly below the power needs of major tech players, often referred to as "hyperscalers." This cap sends a signal that Alberta may not be adequately prepared to handle the large-scale investments these companies require. The Alberta government supports the AESO's focus on reliability and affordability for Albertans, but acknowledges the need for a long-term framework to address future data centre requirements. First Nations communities are actively seeking opportunities to participate in the data centre boom, envisioning economic benefits such as job creation and training programs. However, they express concern that the current restrictions are limiting their potential involvement and advocating for equity stakes in data centre projects. Chief Tony Alexis of the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation emphasized the need for Alberta to “open the stadium doors wide enough so that the star players can participate and everyone wins.” The surge in demand has been described by AESO CEO Aaron Engen as “a level and volume of load connection requests Alberta has never seen.” Acknowledging the situation, a spokesperson for Affordability and Utilities Minister Nathan Neudorf stated that the government's goal is for Alberta to be “the destination of choice for AI data centres,” while simultaneously protecting the electricity affordability and reliability for Albertans and First Nations.

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has expressed concerns that the rapid construction of data centers could jeopardize energy reliability across the state in the years ahead. A recent independent analysis conducted by Synapse Energy Economics and released Monday indicates a potential shortfall between electricity demand and supply. The study predicts that the

Board members who attended NEPA summarized regional power constraints, winter reliability risks and differing cost estimates for renewables; staff also reported the 2026 transformer bid may exceed the capital line by about $268,000 and noted other capital needs.

MRO representatives told the Senate Energy Committee that accelerating demand — largely from data centers — and lagging dispatchable resource additions are tightening regional reliability margins and raising the risk of seasonal shortfalls, while long lead times for critical equipment could slow necessary transmission and generation expansions.

**Winter Storm Highlights Need for Offshore Wind Development** Severe winter weather across the United States this season has intensified concerns about energy reliability and air quality, particularly in New England. Temperatures have plummeted, driving up energy consumption and leading to increased reliance on oil-fired power plants, a situation that experts say could have been avoided.

The House Rules Committee on Nov. 16 advanced a structured rule to consider five measures including the SPEED Act (HR 4776) and two energy bills, setting the stage for floor consideration after hours of testimony and partisan exchanges over NEPA timelines, judicial review and reliability mandates.

Austin Energy staff told the Utility Oversight Committee it recommends adding 400 megawatts of efficient local natural‑gas peaker units alongside batteries and wind to cut modeled reliability-risk hours and extreme-event financial exposure; council members and public commenters pushed for third‑party analyses, stronger emissions guardrails and clearer siting commitments.

Chair Sweat told reporters that the retirement of generation poses reliability risks, said FERC stands ready to assist PJM as it meets multiple deadlines, will evaluate any filings related to TVA’s continuing coal operations and linked pipelines, and is reviewing winter storm Fern’s impacts and inverter integration challenges.

UNC energy expert Noah Kittner told Apex’s EAB subcommittee that rising AI‑driven compute demand could force many data centers to add on‑site generation or battery storage to meet strict reliability targets, pressuring interconnection and transmission planning.

Snohomish County PUD told the Parks and Built Environment Committee the 115 kV line will support two new downtown substations, run about 3–3.5 miles between Everett and the Delta switching station, and is slated for construction in 2027 pending easements and permits.

Energy Field Security's David Moran asked council to screen 1133 Main Street and brief council quickly about eligibility for USDA PARCC loan‑forgiveness (up to 40%) to finance local generation, storage, and microgrids that would bolster municipal reliability without new local taxes.

The governor said a formal investigation of the primary power supplier (NIPSCO) is underway and highlighted recent appointments to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission meant to better represent ratepayers during utility reviews and future grid planning.

Texas Voters Express Concern Over Grid Resilience Ahead of Winter As Texas transitions from another intensely hot summer, where record peak energy demand was successfully met by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) on July 22, anxieties surrounding the state’s electric grid persist. A recent survey indicates that a significant majority of likely Texas

CNG engineers told Greenwich residents the company models system performance against a winter "peak day," may require customer contributions for upgrades, and that identified Greenwich projects could be executed after rate-case approvals around 2028–29.