Chloe Holden

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New Resource Highlights Three Proven Tools to Solve PJM’s Capacity Crunch

Posted by Chloe Holden on May 19, 2025 10:30:04 AM

Powering PJM Accelerating Advanced Energy to Meet Growing Demand_

The PJM electricity market faces a capacity shortfall, due to rising demand and a slow and inefficient interconnection process. As millions of people across the region face rate hikes due to this capacity shortfall, the states that are part of the PJM market are seeking new ways to take action to help keep power affordable and reliable. 

In the face of these challenges, some stakeholders are seeking to attract more natural gas power plants to PJM states. However, natural gas power plants are not the solution to this crunch. (One reason for this is the gas turbine supply chain, which is currently stretched to a breaking point: Gas turbines are being ordered up to eight years in advance due to record demand.) State lawmakers and regulators need to expand capacity quickly, and they need to tap non-gas solutions to do so. 

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Topics: Wholesale Markets, Economic Impact, Transmission, Virtual Power Plants, Interconnection

Advanced Energy Now Employs 4.1M in the U.S.

Posted by Chloe Holden on Oct 24, 2024 3:18:56 PM

Advanced Energy Jobs Surge from 2022 to 2023

The advanced energy sector has experienced significant job growth in recent years, driven by technology advancements, increased investment in renewable energy sources, and supportive government policies aimed at combating climate change by transitioning away from fossil fuels. Investments in solar, wind, electric vehicles (EVs), and battery storage are creating millions of well-paying jobs across the advanced energy sector. As the advanced energy space continues to flourish, the future of the American workforce will evolve as well, contributing to economic development, energy independence, and positioning the U.S. as a leader in global advanced energy development. 

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Topics: Advanced Energy Employment, Insights and Analysis, Economic Impact, Advanced Energy United

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