Chugach Electric outlines four Southcentral hydro projects and pushes for 2033 ITC deadline Chugach Electric told the House Energy Committee it has narrowed roughly 158 candidate sites to four hydro projects totaling about 50 MW to diversify generation and meet decarbonization targets; the utility is in early feasibility, expects substantial stakeholder work, and is aiming to begin construction by 2033 to preserve federal tax credits.

Chugach Electric is making waves with plans for four new hydroelectric projects that could significantly reduce carbon emissions in Alaska by 2030.

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Hurricane council approves amended UAMPS power-pooling agreement tied to EDAM market Council approved resolution 2026-16 to adopt an amended and restated power-pooling agreement with UAMPS; staff said the change responds to regional market shifts (EDAM) and explained Hurricane will keep its local generation out of the centralized scheduling mechanism.

Hurricane City Council just passed a pivotal resolution to adapt to the new regional power market, ensuring the city maintains its local generation advantages!

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Senator’s bill to let utilities build generation draws sharp debate over risk to ratepayers Sen. Kevin Avard proposed allowing electric distribution utilities to own, build and operate generation in New Hampshire (subject to PUC approval and a 400 MW cap). Utilities and industry groups said the change risks shifting development cost and overruns onto ratepayers; sponsors and some proponents said it could add local capacity and optionality.

A proposed bill in New Hampshire could reshape the electric landscape by allowing utilities to build generation facilities, sparking a heated debate over potential risks for ratepayers.

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UAMPS outlines portfolio, cautions on adding member generation into CAISO model; offers wildfire mitigation support UAMPS presented Hurricane’s 2024 resource mix (NEBO ~42%, pool ~31%) and discussed options — geothermal, batteries, new natural‑gas projects — while warning that putting member internal generation (MIG) into CAISO’s full network model requires studies, costs and could remove transmission credits; UAMPS also proposed facilitating wildfire mitigation

UAMPS is reshaping Hurricane's energy future with a diverse mix, exploring geothermal and battery options while emphasizing the critical need for wildfire mitigation plans.

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Commissioners discuss TerraPower Natrium reactor interest and next steps for Coffey County County staff briefed the board on an exploratory memorandum of understanding between TerraPower and Evergy regarding Natrium small modular reactors and discussed potential local steps including letters of support, site identification and workforce implications.

Coffey County is exploring a groundbreaking opportunity with TerraPower's Natrium small reactor project that promises thousands of jobs and a sustainable energy future!

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Evergy plans combined cycle gas generation to replace aging coal fleet in Kansas Evergy outlines strategy for new gas plants to ensure reliable electricity amid coal retirements.

Kansas is grappling with an aging coal fleet and urgent calls for modern, reliable energy solutions to meet rising demand – is the future of your electricity at stake?

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Kansas commission approves Evergy's CCGT settlement amid reliability and cost concerns Commission finds Evergy's CCGT settlement reasonable despite projected 8.6% rate increase.

Evergy's new power plants are set to boost reliability but could lead to an 8.6% rate increase for Kansas customers—are you ready for the impact?

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Texas considers capping renewable energy generation to ensure grid reliability Texas is exploring limits on new renewable generation to maintain grid stability and reliability.

Texas is considering capping renewable energy generation to ensure the reliability of its power grid, raising questions about the future of energy in the state.

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Data centers' demand sparks billion-dollar electricity contract concerns in Western states Data centers propose on-site generation as contracts with vendors face significant pullout penalties

Data centers in Kansas are shaking up the energy sector with billion-dollar investments in on-site power generation, raising critical questions about local energy supply and market dynamics.

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