Earthjustice told the commission operational penalties—not only financial fines—are needed to ensure large loads (notably data centers) actually curtail demand when needed; commissioners asked whether penalties could be finalized later in a separate proceeding.

Most attempts to 'manage demand' end up shifting it around the system—or even making it worse. What if we started with this: rising costs aren't driven by the population, but by the way our systems…

Commissioner Courtney Yaltman told the Environment and Transportation Committee that ERCOT’s energy‑only market and retiring generation require new tools such as conditioned net‑metering (Senate Bill 6), dispatchable reliability services and accelerated battery deployment to keep electricity reliable as demand grows.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration is now publishing power plant–level water data, including monthly and even per-minute water withdrawal, consumption, and discharge: https://lnkd.in/grd5Ptqf ...

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The Trump administration is determined to promote fossil fuels, but the economic and technological forces driving solar, wind and other sources are now too powerful to resist.

New Orleans is working to bolster its power grid, focusing on both infrastructure upgrades and innovative demand management strategies. A multi-faceted approach is underway, aiming to improve reliability and resilience in the face of ongoing challenges. Significant investments are planned for the region's transmission lines. MISO’s Long-Range Transmission Plan (MTEP) represents a substantial, phased effort to increase transmission capacity across its service area. While Phases 2 and 1 are currently in progress, Phases 3 and 4, targeting the Southern region including New Orleans and Arkansas, await approval. Entergy is also making local improvements, although specific details aren’t readily available. Entergy actively supports community-led initiatives like the Community Lighthouse Project, demonstrating a commitment to localized solutions. Beyond grid hardware, the city is emphasizing demand management and energy efficiency. Older buildings consume a large portion of the city’s energy, so a key initiative is the Energy Benchmarking Ordinance, which mandates that large buildings publicly report their energy usage, encouraging conservation efforts. Distributed generation—generating power locally—is also a priority, with a push for solar panel and battery system installations, particularly in community centers. The vision of “virtual power plant” models, where distributed generation systems are interconnected and integrated into the grid, aims to provide backup power and enhance overall stability. Policy and regulation play a critical role in these efforts. Federal legislation affecting wind and solar energy credits presents both opportunities and potential hurdles to affordability and project approvals. The city’s energy benchmarking ordinance provides a concrete tool for driving efficiency. However, these improvements face notable challenges. Balancing the cost of resilience measures with the desire for affordable power remains a key consideration, as frequent outages carry significant economic and safety consequences. The impact of federal legislation on renewable energy project affordability has introduced caution among stakeholders. Regulatory approvals for MISO's long-range transmission plans can be a lengthy process, causing delays. A crucial distinction exists between “reliability” – consistent operation – and “resilience” – the ability to recover from disruptions. New Orleans’ aging infrastructure and climate conditions add to the complexity, and differing priorities among Entergy, the City Council, and community advocates present ongoing stakeholder disagreements.

The Power Grid's Quick Reflexes: A Precautionary Measure On a typical morning, the power grid hums along smoothly, distributing electricity to homes and businesses with minimal issue. However, on this particular Friday morning, the situation was slightly different. The power grid operator in the Northeast United States, ISO New England, took swift action to mitigate

Coalition highlights risks of blackouts and importance of regional market collaboration this year.

PowerFlex seeks to develop submetering solutions addressing EV charging cost and allocation challenges.

Octopus Energy has tentacles into many Houston homes which allows it to adjust thermostats or stop vehicle charging when the grid is struggling with excessive demand. In exchange, customers get all…

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Emerald AI, EPRI, National Grid, Nebius, and NVIDIA today announced a landmark, UK-first demonstration proving high-performance AI infrastructure can operate as a flexible, grid-responsive asset. Usin...