Recent legislative measures in several states have aimed to prevent utility companies from charging lobbying and marketing expenses to their customers. This movement, led by Colorado, Connecticut, and Maine, marks a significant shift in utility regulation, focusing on transparency and fairness in
The Trump administration's proposed tariffs, particularly on Canadian and Mexican imports, have sparked significant concern regarding their potential impact on American energy costs. These tariffs could lead to dramatic increases in utility bills, affecting millions of households already struggling
The Pennsylvania Senate is once again focusing on the reauthorization and potential amendment of Chapter 14, a law initially designed to protect low-income utility customers from having their services disconnected during the winter months. This law, which had lapsed in December 2024, provided
In 2023, lobbyists and lobbying organizations in Minnesota spent a staggering $18.9 million to influence state politics, reflecting the intensely competitive nature of the state's legislative environment. Topping the list was Xcel Energy, which shelled out an impressive $1.4 million, securing its
In today's era of increasing climate unpredictability, utility companies face heightened challenges in maintaining robust supply chains. The necessity for resilience is paramount as extreme weather events and shifting environmental patterns have amplified risks such as hurricanes, floods,
California is at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, particularly in the trucking sector, but the state's utility grid is struggling to meet the rising power demands of EV truck charging depots. As the number of electric trucks on the road continues to grow, this challenge is
