Public Service moved to reopen a 2020 EDR settlement to fix a jurisdictional allocation approach and to ensure future EDR customers are subject to Transmission Cost Adjustment (TCA) and Purchase Capacity Cost Adjustment (PCCA); commissioners signaled concern about relying on a closed record and asked staff and counsel to provide more detail.

An administrative law judge recommended suspending Colorado Natural Gas’s proposed tariff sheets after the company filed them under protest and raised a constitutional challenge to Colorado statute §40‑3.2‑104.3, which restricts construction and line‑extension allowances. Utility Consumers Advocate staff argued the commission lacks authority to doa

After extended debate about security and nondisclosure agreements, the commission directed Public Service to make both generation and load hosting-capacity analysis maps publicly available and instructed staff to note that the utility's proposed NDA language is commercially unreasonable.

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission voted Oct. 29 to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to embed equity considerations into its rules of practice and procedure under Senate Bill 21-272 and referred the matter to an administrative law judge for further outreach and comment.

During an Oct. 30, 2025 PURA hearing the authority and Office of Consumer Counsel pressed GB 2 New Haven LLC on how a FERC interconnection refund will be reflected in 2026 AFRR true‑ups, requested schedule updates to reflect a reduced interconnection expense, and required explanations for an apparent large increase in fixed O&M for 2026; the presID

Staff reviewed Baltimore Gas & Electric Co.27s Rider 12 gas administrative charge calculation and recommended acceptance; staff and the company said the change leaves an average residential customer (55 therms) paying about $1.05 per month; commissioners voted to accept the filing effective Nov. 1, 2025.

Dominion Energy has forecasted a significant surge in electricity demand from its data center customers, with power consumption projected to double by 2039 as the industry continues to expand, particularly due to growing AI applications. Currently, data centers account for nearly 27% of Dominion's sales in Virginia, and recent peak demands have surpassed previous records, with the utility now anticipating an unprecedented growth rate exceeding 6% during summer peaks, driven largely by the rapid expansion of the data center sector.

Senator Wilkin testified to the Ohio House Energy Committee on amended substitute Senate Bill 103, which would allow multiyear rate-making for natural gas, water and wastewater utilities, require large utilities to file rate cases on a schedule, preserve some existing riders for small utilities and add protections for large-customer contracts.

Public commenters and county supervisors clashed over whether to spend taxpayer money to intervene in Xcel Energy’s proposed 10 Mile Creek solar project, while several speakers urged continued negotiation of a joint development/operating agreement (JDA) with the utility.

The board approved an amendment to the voluntary allocation market offer (VAMO) agreement with SDG&E to extend the delivery term to match the longest underlying power purchase agreement in the portfolio (through about 2042 for some assets); pricing and assets remain unchanged.

Ohio lawmakers are considering a bill that would give energy providers more authority to manage customer energy usage through a voluntary demand response program, aiming to reduce costs for both individuals and small businesses while bolstering the state's electrical grid stability during peak periods of high demand. The proposed program would allow utilities to temporarily adjust energy consumption by modifying thermostats and water heaters, but customers would still have the option to override these changes, with compensation potentially offered in the form of annual payments or per-event fees.

Coffey argues against overriding state law regarding municipal service charges in Miami Dade.

Miami Gardens seeks county intervention to ensure equitable water rates across municipalities.

A significant shift is underway in the electricity sector as major utility companies such as FirstEnergy, Exelon, and PSEG are actively seeking to regain control over power plant ownership and construction within the PJM Interconnection region, driven by rising demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, and increasing use of smart grids.

Bill section protects ratepayers from costs linked to commercial data center electricity demand

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has launched an inquiry into PJM Interconnection's pricing strategies, following a significant increase in electricity costs that are placing a substantial financial strain on state residents and businesses. The Board of Public Utilities will investigate how PJM determines electricity prices, assess the impact of its market regulations, explore potential cases of market manipulation or unfair practices, and evaluate its oversight and accountability measures. The aim is to determine the causes of the high costs and ensure that PJM prioritizes the well-being of New Jersey consumers, with the findings and recommendations to be shared with the Governor and Legislature.

ComEd customers are facing unprecedentedly high electricity bills, with some residents seeing their costs nearly double in just two months, forcing them to make tough financial adjustments. As data centers and increased summer heat contribute to the surge in demand, ComEd is promoting energy efficiency programs and exploring new power generation options, including solar power, but critics are calling for greater regulation of utility price increases to address the unsustainable situation ahead.

Public provides testimony on AES Indiana's request for electric rate adjustments.

Public provides comments on AES Indiana's request for rate adjustments at IURC hearing.

Pennsylvania electricity consumers are facing a looming increase in their bills due to projected price surges over the next year, primarily driven by the retirement of older power generation facilities and strained infrastructure. As consumer demand remains high, the existing supply is being reduced, leading to anticipated rises in electricity costs that will disproportionately affect lower- and middle-income households, potentially resulting in accumulated debt and service disconnections unless addressed through strategic solutions such as expanding solar power generation and upgrading transmission infrastructure.

BGE struggled to maintain boiler interruption for 71 hours during recent test.

A dispute between Appalachian Power, a subsidiary of American Electric Power, and the West Virginia Public Service Commission (PSC) has sparked controversy over electricity rates and the operation of the company's coal-fired power plants. The PSC rejected in its entirety Appalachian Power's request for a rate increase, instead expressing skepticism about the company's claims of escalating costs and operational inefficiencies. The commission's decision not only sets a precedent for future rate increase requests but also highlights the importance of utility companies prioritizing operational efficiency and accountability to prevent elevated electricity bills for customers, particularly in light of potential environmental regulations and technological updates that may be impacting plant operations.

Black Hills seeks approval for 50 megawatt battery storage project at Pueblo Airport.

Legislation requires electric distribution companies to disclose information on load shedding capabilities

CPUC officials explore challenges in managing grid reliability and regulatory processes during hearings.