State & Regional

NESCOE Floats ‘Overlay’ Tx Planning Concept for Public Policy
NESCOE presented a concept that would integrate routine transmission planning process with consideration of public policy-driven options.
Small Solar in Maine Struggling, Industry Says
Representatives of Maine’s solar industry say burdensome interconnection practices threaten small-scale projects in the state.
FERC Rejects Mich. Transco’s EV Charging Bid
FERC sided with 2 Mich. utilities in a turf war with METC over its request to spend $15 million on a pilot project to build chargers for long-haul trucks.
Lawmakers Wave Through Texas PUC Appointees
Texas lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously confirmed Will McAdams to the Public Utility Commission by a 31-0 vote.
CPUC Applies Stricter Oversight to PG&E
California's PUC used its new enhanced oversight & enforcement powers for the first time against PG&E, citing the utility’s failure to weigh wildfire risks.
CEC Funds Cutting Edge Load Flexibility Project
The CEC has taken a step toward making millions of households part of demand response efforts designed to avoid blackouts.
Michigan LDCs in Turf War with Transco over EV Charging
Mich. utilities are in a turf battle with METC over its request to spend $15 million on a pilot project to build charging facilities for long-haul trucks.
Hawaii Study Examines Carbon Tax Impact
A draft study on carbon pricing in Hawaii suggests a carbon tax program would lower GHG emissions and could give households a dividend.
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NJ Outlines Plan to Boost EV Truck Sales
The New Jersey DEP proposed rules that would require manufacturers to meet increasing sales targets for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks after 2025.
Study Says NC Needs Clean Energy Standard to Meet Climate Goals
Environmental advocates say North Carolina's upcoming decision on joining the RGGI could be critical to its efforts to cut carbon emissions 70% by 2030.

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