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⚡ Families should not pay the price for Big Tech’s power grab.

Tell FERC and state and federal regulators to block the NextEra-Dominion merger before data center growth drives monopoly power and higher bills.

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June 23, 2026 at 12:08 AM
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Coloradans are rallying against Xcel Energy's push to make customers foot the bill for costly plant repairs, demanding that shareholders bear the financial burden instead.

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Residents and local officials tell PUC: don’t make ratepayers pay for Xcel’s plant failures
Multiple elected officials and advocates told the PUC Sept. 22 that Xcel Energy's proposed cost recovery for repairs and extended operation should come from shareholders, not customers. Speakers cited repair estimates and corporate profits as reasons to deny broad cost pass‑through.
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September 25, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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June 18, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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California's Renewable Future: Why Diablo Canyon Is a Relic #CAISO #RenewableEnergy #DiabloCanyon #CaliforniaEnergy #EnergyPolicy #RatepayerProtection
California’s Renewable Future: Why Diablo Canyon Is a Relic - Cozzy Energy Solutions
California’s energy needs are being reliably met by renewable sources, rendering proposals to extend the operation of the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant unnecessary and financially detrimental, experts say. A 1972 Rand Corporation report initially predicted a need for 72,000 megawatts of power on California’s grid by 1991, potentially requiring 40 additional nuclear reactors. However, legislators
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May 23, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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A utilities expert sheds light on how North Carolina's large-load tariff aims to shield ratepayers from hefty infrastructure costs as big customers come and go.

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Utility expert explains Duke Energy's large-load tariff; task force open to submitting comments
An expert from the utilities sector explained the North Carolina Utilities Commission process and Duke Energy's large-load tariff (for 50–100 MW customers). The task force said it would consider submitting comments focused on protecting ratepayers and ensuring developers cover infrastructure costs.
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September 15, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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🚨The RI budget includes a provision would cost RI ratepayers at least $11.6 million in additional utility profit in the 1st 5yrs alone from road repaving costs.
The budget isn't final yet. Contact your legislators & ask them to remove this language before the budget is approved.
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June 2, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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Diablo Canyon: Are California Ratepayers Paying Too Much? #CAISO #DiabloCanyon #PGandE #CaliforniaEnergy #NuclearPower #RatepayerProtection
Diablo Canyon: Are California Ratepayers Paying Too Much? - Cozzy Energy Solutions
A recent report has raised concerns about Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s billing practices related to the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, which has been authorized to operate until 2045. The University of California, Santa Barbara study indicates that California ratepayers may be overcharged for the plant’s operations, potentially saving $1.84 billion by eliminating four
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April 22, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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Deceptive Arguments Fuel Push for Utility Monopoly #PJM #ElectricityPrices #GridOperator #UtilityRegulation #RatepayerProtection #EnergyPolicy
Deceptive Arguments Fuel Push for Utility Monopoly - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Rising electricity costs are being misrepresented in recent arguments advocating for a return to exclusive utility control over power generation, according to experts. Claims that PJM, the grid operator for much of the mid-Atlantic region, restricts who can generate power have been shown to be inaccurate. Investor-owned utilities are actively engaged in constructing generation facilities
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September 7, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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Energy Crossroads: AI, Renewables, and the Future of US Power #PJM #EnergyMarkets #AI #Renewables #RatepayerProtection #EnergyPolicy
Energy Crossroads: AI, Renewables, and the Future of US Power - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Department of Energy Official Discusses Energy Markets, AI, and Renewables Utility Dive interviewed Associate Deputy Secretary of Energy Alex Fitzsimmons at the Edison Electric Institute’s annual conference in Las Vegas on June 3, 2026. The conference focused on balancing electricity demand growth with affordability, a theme highlighted by the presence of protesters concerned about rising
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June 7, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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A witness claims the sale of Fort St. Vrain's mineral rights for $189 million raises serious prudency questions, potentially impacting ratepayers' future benefits.

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UCA witness says Fort St. Vrain mineral-rights sale raises prudency questions
UCA witness told the PUC that Public Service Company sold Fort St. Vrain mineral rights for roughly $189 million, yielding about $18 19 million to ratepayers under a 50% sharing arrangement; UCA urged a closer look at prudency and questioned why royalty revenue streams were given up.
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June 18, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Environmental advocates are sounding the alarm as utility spending and booming data-center demands threaten to skyrocket energy rates for Maryland households.

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Advocates warn committee that utility capital programs and data‑center demand are driving rate increases; urge PSC and legislative reforms
Environmental and consumer advocates told the committee that utility capital spending, Scribe‑style incentives and multi‑year rate plans have raised delivery charges and that data‑center growth and PJM planning amplify rate risks; they urged stronger PSC oversight and targeted policies to protect ratepayers.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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A new proposal aims to transform Concord's utility governance with a blended board that balances elected representation and technical expertise—could this reshape the future of local energy management?

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Select Board hears working‑group plan to shift CMLP governance toward blended elected/appointed board
Jason Bolger, director of the Concord Municipal Light Plant, told the Select Board a working group recommends special legislation creating a five‑member ‘blended’ light board (three elected, two appointed) to resolve a statutory/charter discrepancy and reduce managerial liability. The proposal would return some authority to a statutory light board while preserving technical expertise via appointed seats.
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August 3, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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New Jersey's electric utilities are under fire as a resolution for an independent audit gains momentum amid rising rates and frequent outages.

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Committee signals support for independent audit of New Jersey electric utilities
Committee members agreed to consider adopting a resolution backing an independent investigation and performance audit of New Jersey electric utilities after public complaints about outages and rising rates; the resolution originated with a taxpayers coalition and drew broad committee support during caucus.
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September 16, 2026 at 6:26 AM
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Data Centers vs. Your Power Bill: Who Pays? #PJM #ElectricityPrices #DataCenters #EnergyCosts #RatepayerProtection #RenewableEnergy
Data Centers vs. Your Power Bill: Who Pays? - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Rising electricity costs are impacting many American households, with rates increasing twice as fast as inflation in 2025, according to a report from Columbia University. This increase is occurring alongside the rapid expansion of large-scale data centers that power artificial intelligence systems, buildings which can consume as much energy as entire cities and prompt concerns
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September 11, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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As the demand for data centers skyrockets, a new act aims to shield local families from skyrocketing water costs — will it succeed?

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Chair urges protection for ratepayers as data center growth strains water systems
The chair highlighted policy language in the Water Cost Accountability Act to prevent local water bills from rising due to infrastructure costs tied to data centers, and cited a $15,000,000,000 data center investment in her district as motivation for safeguards.
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September 10, 2026 at 12:47 AM
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Three influential witnesses are set to testify on crucial water legislation that could reshape our infrastructure and protect ratepayers—don't miss their insights!

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Business groups, environmental adviser and Vermont official introduced as witnesses
The chair introduced three witnesses for the hearing: Neil Bradley of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Mei Wu, founder/principal of Health and Environmental Advising; and Julie Moore, Secretary of the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources and vice chair of ECOS's Water Committee.
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September 10, 2026 at 12:51 AM
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Data Centers: Addressing the Growing Concerns #PJM #DataCenters #EnergyCosts #RatepayerProtection #Sustainability #GridInnovation
Data Centers: Addressing the Growing Concerns - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Industry and government officials are responding to initial concerns about the development of data centers. Early criticisms have centered on high water usage and electricity demands, which can increase costs for consumers. Initial facilities were often hastily built without adequate consideration for their operational impact. These older facilities utilized processors that consumed significant amounts of
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September 7, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Power Struggle: Maryland Challenges PJM's $562 Million Plan #PJM #EnergyPrices #DataCenterDemand #RatepayerProtection #PowerGrid #FERC
Power Struggle: Maryland Challenges PJM’s $562 Million Plan - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Maryland’s ratepayer protection agency is challenging a plan by PJM Interconnection to secure additional power resources, citing potential costs of up to $562 million over 15 years for Maryland consumers. The Office of People's Counsel has requested the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reject PJM’s proposal and asked Maryland’s Public Service Commission (PSC) to intervene
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September 1, 2026 at 11:42 PM
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California's Assembly just took a bold step to ensure that large data centers contribute fairly to grid costs, aiming to protect ratepayers and support clean energy goals!

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Assembly advances package to make data centers pay grid and interconnection costs
Following negotiation, the Assembly concurred in Senate amendments to AB 23‑83 (and passed companion SB 8‑86), measures aimed at ensuring large data centers cover interconnection and grid costs so ratepayers and communities are not left with added bills or unmitigated grid impacts.
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September 1, 2026 at 10:59 PM
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Reforming PJM: States Demand Action for Consumers #PJM #EnergyReform #FERC #CleanEnergy #RatepayerProtection #GridModernization
Reforming PJM: States Demand Action for Consumers - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Eight state leaders are urging the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to enact reforms within PJM, the largest regional electricity grid operator in the nation. The request seeks to shift PJM’s focus towards serving public interest rather than prioritizing private profits while maintaining reliable and affordable energy for consumers. Officials from Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New
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August 22, 2026 at 4:41 AM
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The Montana Public Service Commission just delivered a major blow to Northwestern Energy's 2026 resource plan, citing serious deficiencies that could impact future energy costs!

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Montana PSC returns Northwestern Energy’s 2026 IRP, cites modeling, documentation gaps
The Montana Public Service Commission voted 3–1 on Aug. 18, 2026 to return Northwestern Energy’s 2026 integrated resource plan, directing the company to correct five minimum-filing deficiencies and allowing the utility to request an extension of the 30‑day cure period.
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August 20, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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Texas Data Centers: Balancing Growth and Grid Reliability #ERCOT #TexasEnergy #DataCenter #GridReliability #PowerGeneration #RatepayerProtection
Texas Data Centers: Balancing Growth and Grid Reliability - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Texas officials are examining the process for approving new data center construction while aiming to ensure energy reliability and consumer protection. Governor Greg Abbott recently issued a directive that doesn't impose a moratorium like one enacted in New York, but instead focuses on gathering information about pending data center projects. The Texas House Committee on
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August 20, 2026 at 5:29 AM
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Los Alamos County is on the brink of a transformative 2026 Electric Coordination Agreement that could redefine energy resource management and safeguard ratepayers—will they seize this opportunity?

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County staff brief council on proposed 2026 electric coordination agreement with DOE and federal partners
Utilities staff described a new 2026 Electric Coordination Agreement (ECA) to replace the 1985 framework, explaining changes in cost allocation, a 10‑year term with DOE option to extend, exposure around Foxtail Flats 20‑year PPA, and staff efforts to resolve termination‑for‑convenience liability; councilors pressed for a written estimate of financial exposure before final action next week.
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August 20, 2026 at 6:17 AM
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Data Centers & Grid Stability: A New Framework for PJM #PJM #DataCenters #GridReliability #EnergyDemand #RatepayerProtection #PowerGeneration
Data Centers & Grid Stability: A New Framework for PJM - Cozzy Energy Solutions
PJM Interconnection has proposed a framework to manage the integration of new data centers and other Large Load customers who generate their own power, aligning with the Ratepayer Protection Pledge introduced by the Trump Administration. The proposal, submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on August 13th, also includes a new Interim Resource Adequacy Service
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August 15, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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Powering the Future: PJM's Plan for Data Centers and Grid Stability #PJM #DataCenters #EnergyGrid #PowerGeneration #RatepayerProtection #GridReliability
Powering the Future: PJM’s Plan for Data Centers and Grid Stability - Cozzy Energy Solutions
PJM Interconnection has presented a proposed framework designed to integrate new data centers and other Large Load customers with their own power generation capabilities, aligning with the Ratepayer Protection Pledge. The proposal also introduces an Interim Resource Adequacy Service (IRAS) for new Large Loads without their own power supply. In emergency situations involving dangerously low
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August 14, 2026 at 8:42 PM