Utility Dive reports that New York has launched its first-ever bulk energy storage solicitation, seeking proposals to procure 1 GW of utility-scale battery storage. United's Kristina Persaud commended New York's commitment to its clean energy goals amid federal rollbacks, while United's Shawn Kelly highlighted new opportunities for advanced energy projects to thrive in states and regions across the country.
Utility Dive: New York Launches 1 GW Bulk Energy Storage Solicitation Using New Credit
Topics: United In The News, Kristina Persaud, Shawn Kelly, Battery Storage
Canary Media: The Country’s Biggest Energy Market Struggles to Reform Amid Soaring Costs
In an article for Canary Media, United's Jon Gordon discusses PJM Interconnection's annual capacity auction results, emphasizing that slow interconnection processes and insufficient energy generation buildout are hindering advanced energy projects that could reduce grid strain and lower costs for ratepayers in the PJM states.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Transmission, Jon Gordon, Interconnection
Albuquerque Journal: Experts Say Trump’s Mega Budget Bill will Delay Clean Energy Rollouts in New Mexico
The Albuquerque Journal reports that H.R. 1 will stall advanced energy projects in New Mexico. United's Harry Godfrey warns of higher energy costs for both developers and state residents, while United's Sheila Hallstrom points to ways utilities and state leaders can take advantage of New Mexico's existing resources to increase affordability and reduce grid strain.
Topics: United In The News, New Mexico, Harrison Godfrey, Sheila Hallstrom, Federal Priorities
KPRC-TV: How the Texas Power Grid is Staying Strong During the Texas Summer
As Texas swelters through triple-digit heat, its electric grid has held up remarkably well—despite peak demand hitting nearly 82,000MW, the highest so far this year. KPRC-TV spoke with Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance's Matthew Boms, who pointed to expanded renewable and storage capacity across the state, underscoring Texas' improved resilience in the face of extreme weather.
Topics: United In The News, Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance, Texas, Matthew Boms, Solar
The Texas Tribune: Texans will Pay Higher Power Bills as Clean Energy Development Slows Because of Tax Credit Cuts, Economists Say
The Texas Tribune reports that Texas residents will see higher energy bills as wind and solar projects are stunted across the state due to the passage of H.R. 1 and sunsetting of federal tax cuts. Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance's Matthew Boms highlighted Texas as a leader in advanced energy deployment, speaking to the benefits of renewables in modernizing Texas' grid.
Topics: United In The News, Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance, Texas, Offshore Wind, Matthew Boms, Solar
The Colorado Sun: Trump v. Colorado - How the President’s Energy Agenda is Clashing with the State’s Lofty Green Ambitions
The Colorado Sun reports on President Trump's recent executive actions targeting clean energy subsidies and advanced energy technologies, resulting in potentially higher electricity costs for Coloradans. United's Emilie Olson spoke to Colorado's deep policy foundation and market momentum, which are expected to help offset federal rollbacks.
Topics: State Policy, United In The News, Emilie Olson, Federal Priorities, Colorado
The Center Square: Rays of Hope in Clean Energy as Feds Forego Wind and Solar
The Center Square reports on the passage of H.R. 1 and its impacts on the clean energy industry with the phase-out of key tax incentives. While the rollback is expected to reduce job growth and stall some advanced energy projects, United's Harry Godfrey stated that existing projects beginning construction within a year can still benefit from the credits. United's Chris D'Agostino also emphasized that renewables are still the fastest and most cost-effective way to meet growing energy demand.
Topics: State Policy, United In The News, Pennsylvania, Harrison Godfrey, Offshore Wind, Solar, Federal Priorities, Chris D'Agostino
RTO Insider: PJM Capacity Prices Hit $329/MW-day Price Cap
RTO Insider reports on PJM's capacity auction results, with prices hitting the $329.17/MW-day price cap approved by FERC. United's Jon Gordon stated that new resources are needed to meet forecast demand, advocating for critical reforms to streamline interconnection processes.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Transmission, Jon Gordon, Interconnection
Newsweek: Map Shows Which States Could See Energy Bills Rise From GOP Budget Bill
Newsweek reports on the potential impacts of H.R. 1 in driving up energy bills and stalling advanced energy deployment in states across the country. United's Harry Godfrey warns that the shrinking U.S. market for advanced energy technologies may dissuade domestic manufacturers from investing in clean energy projects, resulting in stunted job growth, reduced grid reliability, and increased costs for both individuals and developers.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Harrison Godfrey, Federal Priorities
POLITICO: 'Final nail' - Trump Administration Memo Could Strike Fatal Blow to Wind and Solar Power
POLITICO reports on a Trump administration memo mandating that the Interior Secretary must personally approve almost every aspect of wind and solar projects on federal land, which could result in stunted project development efforts. United's Harry Godfrey criticized the administration's decision, arguing that the memo creates harmful bureaucratic red tape and undermines proven, affordable advanced energy solutions to meet rising energy demand.
Topics: United In The News, Harrison Godfrey, Offshore Wind, Solar, Federal Priorities