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Colorado’s Affordable Clean Energy Future Moves Forward with Just Transition Solicitation Proceeding

Posted by Caroline Grace on Nov 10, 2025

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission decision on the Just Transition Solicitation moves the state closer to a carbon-free future, sequencing critical energy and transmission projects that will keep costs affordable for ratepayers. 

Denver, CO—The Colorado Public Utilities Commission decision on the Just Transition Solicitation (JTS) reflects smart, forward-looking policy that puts affordability at the center of Colorado’s energy planning.

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Topics: Press Releases, Brian Turner, Colorado

The Message Is Clear: Clean Energy Wins at the Ballot Box

Posted by Savannah Gribbins on Nov 4, 2025

Advanced Energy United congratulates the Governors-Elect of New Jersey and Virginia
 
WASHINGTON, DC – In a clear signal to policymakers nationwide, voters in Virginia and New Jersey have elected governors who ran on clean energy solutions to tackle rising costs and strengthen grid reliability. Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger and Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill both centered energy affordability, reliability, and readily available clean energy solutions in their campaigns, and won.
 
“The results of both Governors races reflect that leaders who embrace clean energy as a path to lower bills, reliable power, and economic growth are being rewarded at the ballot box,” said  Heather O’Neill, President and CEO at Advanced Energy United , an industry association representing many of the leading solar, wind, storage, demand, and distributed energy companies. “These elections send a clear message to every statehouse in America: clean energy wins.”
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Topics: Virginia, Press Releases, New Jersey

Newly Passed Legislation to Help Prevent Further Utility Bill Spikes Amid Rising Energy Demands in Illinois

Posted by Alissa Rivera on Oct 30, 2025

The Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act will allow for more energy storage and create a virtual power plant program

SPRINGFIELD, ILIllinois legislators today responded to rising utility bills and growing energy demandby passing theClean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA), paving the way for substantially more battery storage in the state. 

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Topics: Press Releases, Illinois, Battery Storage

New Study: Oncor Customers Could Save $8.5 Billion if Utility Embraced Distributed Energy Resources

Posted by Alissa Rivera on Oct 22, 2025

As Oncor Seeks a Rate Hike, Its Reluctance to Modernize Is Costing Texans Thousands

AUSTIN, TX – As Oncor Electric Delivery petitions the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) to raise electric rates once again, a new study commissioned by the Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (TAEBA) finds that Oncor customers could save $8.5 billion over the next decade if the utility integrated more distributed energy resources (DERs) into its system planning and operations.

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Topics: Press Releases, Texas, Distributed Energy Resources

Advanced Energy United Congratulates Gov. Ned Lamont's Nominees to Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority

Posted by Savannah Gribbins on Oct 20, 2025

With five commissioners set to serve, PURA will operate at an expanded capacity 

HARTFORD, CT –  Today, Advanced Energy United congratulates Gov. Ned Lamont on his nominations of Janice Beecher, Holly Cheeseman, Everett Smith, and Thomas Wiehl to serve as commissioners of the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) and applauded his decision to designate Wiehl as chairperson.
 
“Governor Lamont’s nominees bring a strong mix of regulatory, consumer, and industry experience to PURA at a pivotal moment for Connecticut’s energy future,” said  Advanced Energy United Connecticut Policy Lead Kat Burnham.  

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Topics: Utility, Regulatory, Press Releases, Kat Burnham

Illinois Commerce Commission Clears Path to Accelerate Clean Energy Deployment Before Federal Tax Credits Expire

Posted by Alissa Rivera on Oct 16, 2025

Energy prices are at record highs and will rise again in 2026. Legislators must pass the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act to prevent future increases.

SPRINGFIELD, IL—Today, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association (ISEA), the Coalition for Community Solar Access (CCSA), and Advanced Energy United applauded the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) for approving key updates to the 2024 – 2026 Illinois Power Agency’s Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan (LTRRPP) to expand solar capacity and protect Illinois consumers from rising energy costs.

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Topics: Press Releases, Illinois, John Albers

Advanced Energy United Congratulates New FERC Commissioners on Senate Confirmation

Posted by Adam Winer on Oct 7, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Advanced Energy United congratulated Laura Swett and David LaCerte on their Senate confirmation to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Caitlin Marquis, Managing Director at Advanced Energy United, issued the following statement:

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Topics: Wholesale Markets, Press Releases, FERC

Illinois Lawmakers Can Fight Rising Energy Costs During Veto Session

Posted by Alissa Rivera on Sep 30, 2025

Energy prices are at record highs and will rise again in 2026. Legislators must pass the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act to prevent future increases.

ILLINOIS—Illinois clean energy advocates are calling on the Illinois General Assembly to pass the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA) during the legislature’s October veto session to help protect families and businesses from rising energy costs. Numerous studies and real-world examples from other states demonstrate that provisions in CRGA will provide both immediate and long-term energy savings for Illinois.

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Topics: Press Releases, Illinois, Battery Storage

Landmark 'Pathways' Bill Signed into Law, Unlocking More Affordable and Reliable Energy for the West

Posted by Caroline Grace on Sep 19, 2025

Governor Newsom signs Assembly Bill 825 into law, a monumental step for greater Western regional collaboration

SACRAMENTO, CAToday, California Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 825, the Pathways bill, into law, marking a significant milestone for Western collaboration by allowing California to take part in an independently managed regional electricity market. 

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Topics: Press Releases, Leah Rubin Shen, Western RTO, California

California Legislative Session Advances Important Clean Energy Initiatives But Misses Some Key Opportunities

Posted by Caroline Grace on Sep 15, 2025

Many no-regrets bills passed in the waning days of session, but major affordability and clean energy gaps remain 

SACRAMENTO, CADuring a busy last week of session in which high-profile energy deals were finalized on topics ranging from cap-and-trade reauthorization to replenishing the wildfire fund, California lawmakers approved manyclean energybills and madeprogress in addressing the ongoing energy affordability crisis, but also fell short on other key solutions.

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Topics: Press Releases, Leah Rubin Shen, California