Social services
The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia has granted an extension to the Potomac Electric Power Company to file its Long-Range Plan for electric distribution service in the District of Columbia. The Commission ruled that the company needs additional time to gather data and information pertinent to the
Social services
The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia has issued an order directing Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco) to provide additional data on its Community Renewable Energy Facilities (CREF) practices. The order, issued on May 7, 2025, requires Pepco to upload data to the Commission's independent auditor,
Renewable energy
A Dorset-based renewable energy firm, Eco Sustainable Solutions, is planning to open a biomethane refueling depot powered by food waste at the Eco Park in Parley. The facility will supply compressed biomethane as an alternative to diesel for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), a sector particularly challenging to decarbonize. The biomethane
Renewable energy
Water levels at Lake Kariba have increased from 7% to 16% in recent months, enabling both Zambia and Zimbabwe to enhance power generation. This surge in water allocation by the Zambezi River Authority (ZRA) has been met with enthusiasm by Zimbabwe, which anticipates a significant boost in power generation, potentially
Renewable energy
African-led renewable energy company Eco-Charge Limited is making significant strides in transitioning Kenya away from polluting fuel sources and towards cleaner, more sustainable energy alternatives. Founded by Mary Nyambura, Eco-Charge converts agricultural waste into eco-friendly biomass briquettes that burn longer and cleaner than traditional wood or charcoal. These briquettes have
Renewable energy
Perfect Sense Energy, a renewable energy company based in Leigh, has marked a significant milestone by installing over 300 solar panel systems across the UK in the past 15 years. The company, launched in 2010, has been helping businesses reduce their carbon emissions, lower energy costs, and achieve sustainability goals.
Renewable energy
Norway has been at the forefront of renewable energy policies, driving growth in the industry through various incentives and promotional measures. The country's commitment to sustainable energy has been articulated through several key policies, including the Energy Act and the National Climate Plan. These policies aim to increase
Social services
The Arkansas Public Service Commission has been considering an application from Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) for approval of a general change in rates and tariffs. The University of Arkansas (UofA) has also filed a petition to intervene in this matter, which SWEPCO supports. In its response, SWEPCO states that
Renewable energy
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that contracts have been executed for 26 large-scale land-based renewable energy projects, which will provide over 2.5 gigawatts of clean energy, enough to power over 670,000 homes throughout the state. These projects are expected to create over 1,900 near-term jobs and
Renewable energy
As Britain phases out coal-fired power plants and shifts towards wind turbines and solar panels, its electricity grid is increasingly relying on imports and exports from neighboring countries. In January, National Grid's Energy System Operator paid up to PS179 per megawatt hour to import electricity from Denmark via
Renewable energy
Pepco's recent DC Fuel Mix & Emissions Disclosure Report, submitted in compliance with Order No. 13589 issued by the Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia, provides a snapshot of the company's environmental impact. The report highlights a growing reliance on renewable energy sources, including
Social services
The Public Utility Commission of Texas is facing a significant issue as the electric utility industry in the state is experiencing unprecedented increases in excess liability insurance premiums. The Joint Utilities, which include AEP Texas Inc., CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC, Entergy Texas, Inc., Southwestern Electric Power Company, Southwestern Public
