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Nevada Current: PUC Denies NV Energy Bid to Triple Service Charge in Northern Nevada

Posted by Dana Gentry on Sep 17, 2024

Nevada Current reports on the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada's (PUCN) vote to reject NV Energy's proposal to triple the basic service charge from $16.50 to $44.50. The article quotes United's Emilie Olson, who touts this as a victory for consumer protection and for green energy,

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Topics: United In The News, Emilie Olson, Nevada

Tech Brew: Here’s How EVs Could Actually Make the US Electric Grid More Resilient

Posted by Jordyn Grzelewski on Sep 11, 2024

Tech Brew discusses how electric vehicles (EVs) could enhance the resilience of the U.S. electric grid. In the article, United's Ryan Gallentine underlines that, with proper management, EVs could potentially be an additive resource for the grid, providing valuable support during peak periods or outages.

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Topics: Advanced Transportation, United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Ryan Gallentine

Santa Fe Reporter: Low-Income Households in New Mexico Can Now Receive Federal Financial Assistance for Energy-Saving Home Improvements

Posted by Evan Chandler on Sep 11, 2024

Santa Fe Reporter covers New Mexico's $43 million Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) program, which offers up to $14,000 in rebates for home energy upgrades. The article quotes United's Michael Barrio, who highlights how the program will stimulate local economies through job creation and support the clean energy transition. 

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Topics: State Policy, United In The News, New Mexico, Michael Barrio

CT Mirror: CT Leaders Must Address Gas System ‘Death Spiral’

Posted by Kat Burnham on Sep 11, 2024

United's Kat Burnham authored an opinion piece for CT Mirror, discussing the looming crisis of heat affordability in Connecticut and the need to reduce spending on the gas pipeline system, urging lawmakers to adopt the same aggressive approach they’ve taken with the electricity sector.

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Topics: United In The News, Kat Burnham, Connecticut

Public News Service: Misinformation Prevents VA from Reaping Solar-Energy Benefits

Posted by Edwin J. Viera on Sep 10, 2024

Public News Service reports that Virginia's clean energy initiatives are being stunted due to wide-spread misinformation. United's Jim Purekal debunks false claims made against solar and offers alternative, reliable clean energy methods that can provide power to consumers throughout the state.

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Topics: Virginia, United In The News, Jim Purekal

Canary Media: California Could Cut Utility Bills With Distributed Energy. Why Isn’t It?

Posted by Jeff St. John on Sep 10, 2024

Canary Media reports on California’s energy affordability challenges, how they relate to expanding the state's power grid, and the potential role of distributed energy resources (DERs). The article quotes United's Edson Perez, who says that leveraging DERs could provide significant cost savings and improve grid resilience if given proper policy support.

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

The Bakersfield Californian: Bills To Expand Electric Transmission Capacity Land on Newsom’s Desk

Posted by John Cox on Sep 6, 2024

The Bakersfield Californian reports on two grid-enhancing technology bills, Senate Bill 1006 and Assembly Bill 2779, which have passed the California legislature. The article quotes United's Edson Perez, who highlights that these technologies will increase transmission capacity and improve efficiency, safety, and reliability.

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

The Boston Globe: Massachusetts and Rhode Island Announce New Round of Wind Farms, Smaller Than They Had Hoped

Posted by Jon Chesto on Sep 6, 2024

The Boston Globe discusses the recent developments in offshore wind farms in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, highlighting the significant investment and progress being made by both states to expand their offshore wind capacity, enhance renewable energy sources, and reduce carbon emissions. In the article, United's Kat Burnham praised the efforts made by Governor Healy administration in Massachusetts to support new wind farm projects.

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Topics: United In The News, Kat Burnham, Offshore Wind, Massachusetts, Rhode Island

Indianapolis Business Journal: Trish Demeter - The Case for Renewable Baseload Energy in Indiana

Posted by Trish Demeter on Sep 6, 2024

United's Trish Demeter authored an opinion piece for the Indianapolis Business Journal, arguing Indiana will need to embrace new clean energy solutions in order to meet rising electricity demands, develop high-growth jobs, and position the state as a leader in sustainable growth.

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Topics: United In The News, Indiana, Trish Demeter

RTO Insider: Advanced Energy United Webinar Highlights Potential Queue Improvements

Posted by James Downing on Sep 5, 2024

RTO Insider reports on United's recent webinar "Accelerating Interconnection Reforms for a Stronger More Affordable Grid," which underlined findings from a report that proposes ambitious and comprehensive reforms to the nation's current generator interconnection process. The article quotes the panelists featured on the webinar, who shared their expertise regarding the report's recommendations.

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Topics: United In The News, Caitlin Marquis, FERC