Public utilities
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order related to Public Service Company of Colorado's (PSCo) service agreement with Grand Valley Rural Power Lines, Inc. On December 21, 2020, Xcel Energy Services Inc., on behalf of PSCo, filed an Informational Study Agreement to modify the
Public utilities
Facebook and Google have submitted a response to a motion filed by MidAmerican Energy Company to suspend the procedural schedule and cancel a hearing in an Iowa Utilities Board docket. The tech giants support suspending the schedule but resist canceling the hearing, citing procedures that allow non-settling parties to file
Public utilities
Southwestern Public Service Company (SPS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Xcel Energy Inc., has filed an electric rate case with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and its 81 municipalities. The company is seeking an increase in base rates of approximately $143 million, with a net rate increase of
Public utilities
The Public Utilities Commission of California (CPUC) has initiated a rulemaking proceeding, R. 13-11-005, to address energy efficiency rolling portfolios, policies, programs, evaluation, and related issues. On January 8, 2021, the CPUC served the parties with the proposed decision providing directions for implementation of the School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program.
Public utilities
During the winter months, managing and conserving energy usage becomes crucial as heating and air conditioning can account for more than 50% of a home's energy usage. One way to reduce energy usage is by adjusting the thermostat to 68 degrees or lower, which can decrease the bill
Social services
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order on Public Service Company of Colorado's (PSCo) request for an informational study agreement with Springfield Wind Farm, LLC. The agreement aims to aid the wind farm's business decisions related to the interconnection of generation facilities
Social services
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order approving proposed accounting entries for the transfer of ownership shares of the Columbia Energy Center from Wisconsin Public Service Corporation (WPSC) and Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE) to Wisconsin Power and Light Company (WPL). This approval is based
Public utilities
The California Public Utilities Commission has initiated a rulemaking process to continue the implementation and administration of the California Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) program. The RPS program aims to increase the use of renewable energy sources in the state's energy mix. The commission has issued an order to
Public utilities
Southwestern Public Service Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xcel Energy Inc., has filed an electric rate case with the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) seeking an increase in base rates of approximately $88 million. The net rate increase to New Mexico customers is expected to be approximately $48
Public utilities
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued an order granting Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCo) waiver of the Commission's notice requirements and accepting the Amended Large Generator Interconnection Agreement (Amended LGIA) between PSCo and Northern Colorado Interconnect, LLC (NCI). The Amended LGIA reflects the assignment of duties,
Social services
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order, effective January 1, 2021, approving revisions to the Production Formula Rate Template included in Public Service Company of Colorado's Assured Power and Energy Requirements Tariff. The revisions aim to update revenue credits for ancillary services received by
Public utilities
The Public Service Company of Colorado filed a Form 8K (Current Report) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 28, 2020, announcing significant developments in its renewable energy and transportation electrification plans. The report detailed the approval of a $750 million capital investment for the repowering of 651 MW
