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
The recent public hearing held by the Mercer County Commission and the Mercer County Economic Development Authority brought to the forefront a significant proposal: the expansion of The Ridges economic development district. The aim is to develop a youth sports complex and commercial hub that
As Pennsylvania's legislature reconvenes for the fall session, several pressing issues are emerging at the forefront of their agenda. With just over a dozen voting days left before the end of the current two-year session, lawmakers face a tight timeline to address critical topics such as public
Alabama residents and businesses continue to grapple with some of the highest electricity rates in the Southern United States. The Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC), tasked with regulating these rates, is under intense scrutiny for its perceived failures and inadequate oversight. A closer
NorthWestern Energy, Montana's largest public utility company, is under growing scrutiny for its lack of transparency, questionable decision-making, and repeated requests for substantial rate hikes. The strained relationship between the company and its customers, coupled with the increased
