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New York Legislature Repeals “100-Foot Rule" as Session Closes

Posted by Savannah Gribbins on Jun 17, 2025

Assembly repeals an outdated statute that has funneled approximately $200 million annually from ratepayers into subsidizing fossil fuel dependence 

ALBANY, NY –  In the final days of the 2025 legislative session, the New York Assembly voted to repeal the state’s “100-foot rule,” an outdated policy that allows gas utilities to charge existing gas customers for the cost of extending new gas lines to homes and businesses not currently using the fossil fuel. The law has steered ratepayer dollars—around $200 million per year—toward expanding fossil fuel infrastructure at a time when New York is working to reduce its reliance on gas and minimize energy bills. 

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Topics: Press Releases, New York, Kristina Persaud, Building Electrification

Advanced Energy United Escalates Campaign To Safeguard Energy Tax Credits With Senate Push

Posted by Adam Winer on Jun 16, 2025

The third phase of the national campaign is educating constituents in Indiana, Kansas, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas about the consequences of repealing advanced energy tax credits

 

WASHINGTON, DC — As the Senate advances a major tax package, Advanced Energy United (United) launched a national six-figure ad campaign across six states and the District of Columbia to educate the public about the consequences of repealing advanced energy tax credits that impact thousands of jobs in rural manufacturing communities.

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Topics: Regulatory, Press Releases, Federal Priorities

POLITICO Influence: IRA Incentive Boosters Take to the Airwaves

Posted by Mark Chediak on Jun 12, 2025

POLITICO Influence reports that advocacy groups are ramping up advertising efforts to support key priorities in the tax reconciliation bill. The article spotlights United’s newly launched six-figure educational campaign in target states, emphasizing the urgent need to protect advanced energy tax credits.

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Topics: United In The News, Federal Priorities

Bloomberg News: Trump's Repeal of Pollution Rules Paves Way for New Dirty Plants

Posted by Mark Chediak on Jun 12, 2025

Bloomberg News reports on the Trump administration’s announced plans to repeal emissions regulations from existing coal-fired power plants and new gas plants. United President and CEO Heather O'Neill warned that repealing pollution regulations creates uncertainty that will stall investment in smarter, more reliable energy infrastructure.

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Topics: Regulatory, United In The News, Federal Priorities

Rolling Back Power Plant Rule Threatens to Leave Consumers Behind and Limits Energy Options

Posted by Adam Winer on Jun 11, 2025

Trump Administration move would dismantle cost-effective safeguards for the power sector 

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, in response to the Trump administration’s announced plans to repeal emissions regulations from existing coal-fired power plants and new gas plants, Advanced Energy United President and CEO Heather O’Neill issued the following statement: 

“Businesses need certainty. Reversing course on these regulations will unfortunately stall much needed investment and smart upgrades to our power system. America's aging fossil fuel power plants are a vulnerability to grid reliability and security. Continuing to invest in and depend on these plants into the future will lead to more stranded costs and price volatility for consumers. Utilities and power providers should be investing in more cost-effective ways to add new electricity and upgrade our power grid instead of doubling down on outdated infrastructure. State leaders know that winning the AI and manufacturing race will require energy providers to build out resources and power infrastructure that prioritizes affordability and minimizes stranded assets, maximizes efficiency and strengthens system reliability.”

Even with energy use projected to grow in the coming years, studies show that power plants, which are the nation's second-biggest producer of pollution, can use existing tools to meet EPA’s standards. Research produced on behalf of Advanced Energy United shows that switching to a portfolio of advanced energy resources, including solar, wind, and storage, can provide equivalent energy and capacity at a lower cost than newly proposed gas plants.

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Click here to learn more about Advanced Energy United's work advocating for federal policies that allow advanced energy and electrified transportation businesses to thrive in America. 

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Topics: Regulatory, Press Releases, Federal Priorities

KXAN-TV: Texas Lawmakers Create Committee to Coordinate Energy Conservation, as Grid Faces Growing Demand

Posted by Nicole Williams-Quezada on Jun 7, 2025

KXAN-TV reports on the Texas Legislature's passage of HB 5323, which establishes the Texas Energy Waste Advisory Committee to coordinate efforts aimed at reducing energy waste, improving efficiency, and enhancing grid resilience. Matthew Boms, Executive Director of Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (United’s state affiliate), highlighted that the bill would support long-term reliability, reduce costs, and position Texas as a national leader in energy innovation.

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Topics: United In The News, Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance, Texas, Energy Efficiency, Matthew Boms

The Nevada Independent: How NV Energy’s Proposed Pricing Switch Could Affect Your Power Bill

Posted by Amy Alonzo on Jun 6, 2025

The Nevada Independent reports on NV Energy's proposal to implement a mandatory daily demand charge on Southern Nevada customers, basing bills on their highest 15-minute energy use each day. United’s Sheila Hallstrom called the plan unprecedented and costly, and cautioned against applying an untested billing structure to every customer.

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Topics: United In The News, Energy Efficiency, Nevada, Sheila Hallstrom

Canary Media: California’s Successful Virtual Power Plant Program Faces Big Budget Cuts

Posted by Jeff St. John on Jun 5, 2025

Canary Media reports on California's Demand Side Grid Support (DSGS) program, facing over $100 million in proposed budget cuts, putting the future of virtual power plants at risk. United's Edson Perez cautioned that repeated funding cuts undermines California's efforts to keep the lights on during grid emergencies. 

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Topics: State Policy, United In The News, California, Edson Perez, Virtual Power Plants

California Senate Passes Pathways Bill, One Step Closer to More Clean, Reliable, Affordable Energy

Posted by Caroline Grace on Jun 4, 2025

SB 540 now heads to the Assembly, continuing the momentum for greater collaboration across the West

SACRAMENTO, CA— The California Senate passed Senate Bill 540 today with a bipartisan vote. National business association Advanced Energy United, along with a diverse set of coalition partners, is encouraged by the continued momentum on this issue.

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Topics: Press Releases, Western RTO, California, Edson Perez

RTO Insider: ‘Pathways’ Bill Passes California Senate on 36-0 Vote

Posted by Robert Mullin on Jun 4, 2025

RTO Insider reports on SB 540, the Pathways Bill, passing the California Senate and advancing to the Assembly. United's Edson Perez is quoted emphasizing that joining a Western regional energy market is essential to keeping energy costs under control while continuing California's clean energy leadership. 

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Topics: State Policy, United In The News, Western RTO, California, Edson Perez