Maine's recently passed law aimed at banning foreign governments from spending money on state and local elections is facing legal scrutiny in a federal appeals court. This legislation, endorsed overwhelmingly by Maine voters, was created in a bid to protect the integrity of the state's
Three major Wisconsin utilities—We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service (WPS), and Madison Gas and Electric (MGE)—have recently announced an ambitious $2 billion investment in five renewable energy projects. This significant move is part of their broader strategy to reduce carbon emissions and tra
Privately owned utilities have long been touted as more efficient and effective. However, recent studies and real-world evidence suggest that publicly owned utilities might offer more advantages. Through an analysis of cost, service quality, regulatory issues, and societal impacts, this article
The annual process to finalize property tax rates for major utilities in West Virginia has officially commenced, with the Board of Public Works receiving tentative tax assessments from the state's Tax Division. Led by Governor Jim Justice, the board comprises several key constitutional
In a significant announcement that will impact all customers in Ghana, the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has disclosed a planned increase in utility tariffs, specifically for electricity and water, set to take effect on October 1, 2024. This decision, unveiled by Dr. Ishmael Ackah,
Recent legislative changes in New York are set to make public utility rate-setting processes more transparent and accountable. Governor Kathy Hochul has signed two key pieces of legislation designed to clarify the reasons behind utility rate increases and to make the process more accessible to the
