Data Center Focus: Assemblyman Bailey’s New Approach - Cozzy Energy Solutions Assemblyman Dave Bailey Jr. Wins Election, Focuses on Data Center Impact Assemblyman Dave Bailey Jr. (D-Woodstown) secured election to the Assembly in 2023, representing the 3rd legislative district in South Jersey. He is also the CEO of Ranch Hope, a nonprofit founded by his father that provides behavioral and mental health support to children and

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AI’s Power Surge: Who’s Paying the Bill? - Cozzy Energy Solutions A significant rise in electricity consumption across the United States over the last five years is largely attributable to the proliferation of data centers supporting artificial intelligence. The energy usage of a single data center can match the consumption of a city with a population of approximately 80,000. These facilities primarily draw power from the

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Public speaks out against proposed National Grid rate hikes LOWELL — Residents addressed the Department of Public Utilities during a recent public hearing on a petition by National Grid for a $342 million increase that will raise the total delivery service com...

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Sky-High Bills: Why New York Energy Costs Are Soaring - Cozzy Energy Solutions ROCHESTER, N.Y. — New York households are experiencing some of the highest energy expenses in the country, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Kevin Lanahan, senior vice president of external affairs at the New York Independent System Operator, confirmed that customers are already observing higher bills. Rory Christian, Chair and CEO

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If your Orange County electric bill is ~$200 right now… read this.
Right now, bills from SCE seem "reasonable." But every year, like clockwork: ☀️ Summer hits 📈 Rates spike ❄️ AC runs nonstop
That $200 bill quietly turns into $400+. (1/2)

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CEI South Financials: 2025 Results and Posey Solar Acquisition - Cozzy Energy Solutions CenterPoint Energy (NYSE: CNP) has released the audited 2025 financial results for its Southern Indiana Gas and Electric Company (CEI South) subsidiary. The results, provided under Regulation FD, detail financial performance and operational data. CEI South reported $921 million in revenue for 2025, a rise from $771 million in 2024. Net income reached $150 million,

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PPL Electric Utilities Rate Hike: What It Means for Customers - Cozzy Energy Solutions PPL Electric Utilities Reaches Rate Case Settlement with $275 Million Increase PPL Electric Utilities announced a settlement agreement March 16, 2026, in a rate case proceeding before the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. The agreement, filed March 13, 2026, will increase the utility’s annual electric base distribution revenue by $275 million. This figure represents a roughly

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Maryland’s Energy Crisis: A Congressional Response - Cozzy Energy Solutions Maryland’s Congressional Delegation met recently to discuss rising energy costs and grid stability. Congressman Kweisi Mfume and Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks, along with Congressmen Steny Hoyer, Andy Harris, Jamie Raskin, Sarah Elfreth, April McClain Delaney, and Johnny Olszewski, convened with leaders from the Maryland Public Service Commission, the Maryland Energy Administration, the

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Barnes Proposes Two-Year Utility Rate Freeze for Wisconsin - Cozzy Energy Solutions Madison – Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes’ campaign has announced a plan to institute a two-year freeze on utility rates statewide. The proposal, presented in Milwaukee, is intended to alleviate the burden of escalating energy costs on Wisconsin households and businesses. The proposed freeze would encompass rates for electricity, natural gas, and other regulated utility services.

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Decoding Your New Jersey Electric Bill - Cozzy Energy Solutions New Jersey electric bills have risen sharply in recent years, causing concern among residents struggling to understand the increases in their monthly payments. While consumers often blame utility companies, energy specialists attribute a significant portion of the surge to complex wholesale electricity market costs and supply charges that appear on bills. Beginning June 1, 2025,

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Freezing Wisconsin’s Utility Rates: Barnes’ Plan Explained - Cozzy Energy Solutions Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes has announced a plan, dubbed “Freeze The Rates,” aimed at controlling utility costs for Wisconsin residents. The proposal targets utility companies and seeks to prevent further rate increases. Barnes stated that Wisconsin’s utility monopolies are achieving high profit margins while consumer bills are rising, alleging manipulation of the system to benefit

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EUC debates restarting formal rate review as staff warns of multi‑year deficits The Electric Utility Commission urged Austin Energy to safeguard funding for its Resource Generation and Climate Protection Plan and debated whether to delay residential rate increases in favor of a formal rate adequacy review and possible rate case; staff warned of multi‑year deficits and urged incremental increases to protect reserves.

The Electric Utility Commission is pushing to protect climate goals while debating potential residential rate increases, all amid looming financial shortfalls for Austin Energy.

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Denton Public Utilities Board recommends modest changes to electric-rate schedule At its March 9 meeting the Denton Public Utilities Board voted unanimously to recommend ordinance language that keeps the native-load energy cost adjustment (ECA) steady, raises the large-load ECA slightly, and lowers the transmission cost recovery factor (TCRF); staff said the changes will have modest customer-bill impacts and keep account buffers healthy.

The Denton Public Utilities Board just approved a revised electric rate plan that promises to keep costs steady for most while making minor adjustments for large-load customers.

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Powering AI: The Complex Reality Behind Trump’s Pledge - Cozzy Energy Solutions President Donald Trump’s recent pledge that artificial intelligence companies will "pay for their own power" has sparked a debate regarding electricity costs, but the complexities of energy markets make the issue far more nuanced than the statement suggests. During last week’s State of the Union address, Trump’s comment came as monthly electricity bills across much

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Power Plant Costs Spark Policy Debate - Cozzy Energy Solutions Lansing — Consumers Energy spent over $135 million to operate the J.H. Campbell Power Plant in western Michigan during 2025, according to company filings. This expense arose following a directive from the Trump administration mandating the plant’s continued operation beyond its planned decommissioning. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel presented this figure to the state Senate

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Data Centers and Dollars: Pennsylvania’s Energy Crossroads - Cozzy Energy Solutions Senate Committee Examines Utility Budget, Data Center Impact The Senate Appropriations Committee held a hearing on March 3 regarding the Public Utility Commission’s budget, with a focus on the challenges posed by artificial intelligence data centers and concerns about energy affordability. PUC Chair Stephen DeFrank testified that the PJM market auction system, which determines electricity

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New York’s Energy Crisis: A Winter Shock - Cozzy Energy Solutions Utility Prices Surge, Forcing New York to Confront Difficult Choices Rick Destito, owner of the Gear Factory building in Syracuse, recently received an electric bill that doubled from the previous month despite reduced usage. “I don’t know how this is sustainable,” he remarked. By Tim Knauss — Owner Rick Destito converted the iconic Gear Factory

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Powering Up the Debate: New Hampshire’s Transmission Costs Under Scrutiny - Cozzy Energy Solutions New Hampshire residents are facing increased costs for gas and electricity, prompting concerns about the fairness of utility rates. Eversource reported a $1.69 billion profit in 2025, which has drawn scrutiny regarding consumer charges. Electricity bills are comprised of generation, distribution, and transmission components. Generation refers to energy production, distribution involves local poles and wires,

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Medina County faces multi‑year water and sewer rate increases to cover $50M+ capital plan A Raftelis study presented to the Medina County Board of Commissioners recommends phasing in rate increases to fund more than $50 million in water and sewer improvements, with debt‑driven 'debt fee' hikes in early years that would raise the typical combined water and sewer bill by roughly 6–7% annually over six years.

Medina County is facing multi-year water and sewer rate increases to fund over $50 million in vital infrastructure improvements, affecting household bills significantly.

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New York’s Power Surge: Rate Hikes and a Fight for Relief - Cozzy Energy Solutions Assemblyman John Lemondes has voiced strong criticism of Governor Kathy Hochul and the Public Service Commission regarding recent utility rate increases impacting New York residents. These increases, which have seen residential electricity prices rise by 47.1 percent since 2019, have intensified the financial strain on families, particularly during recent severe winter storms. Lemondes attributes a

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New Jersey’s Energy Crisis: Relief and a Renewable Future - Cozzy Energy Solutions Governor Mikie Sherrill has proposed using clean energy funds to reduce rising electricity bills for New Jersey residents. The governor declared a state of emergency regarding utility costs and initiated bill relief funded by clean energy programs following a 20% increase in electricity bills in the state. During a speech in late January, Governor Sherrill

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California Utility Commission Faces Leadership Overhaul - Cozzy Energy Solutions Governor Newsom Announces Leadership Changes at the California Public Utilities Commission Significant changes are underway at the California Public Utilities Commission, the state agency that regulates investor-owned utilities such as San Diego Gas & Electric. Alice Reynolds, the current president, is stepping down after more than four years, and Commissioner John Reynolds will succeed her.

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AI’s Power Surge: Who’s Paying the Bill? - Cozzy Energy Solutions Lawmakers are facing pressure to address the escalating electricity costs driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers, a situation where non-AI users are effectively subsidizing the industry. Current utility pricing structures, designed to spread infrastructure expansion costs across all ratepayers, are being strained by the enormous electricity demands of AI operations. Utility

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Marion staff outline FY27 budget model and modest utility changes; several capital projects proposed City staff presented an updated five-year general fund model and FY27 proposals for utilities and capital projects, including a $60,000 engineering study for pickleball courts at Hannah Park, a $50,000 estimate to replace sidewalk and fence on 10th Street, a $0.15 monthly sewer capital charge increase and a $0.50 rise to the fixed sewer service charge; solid waste rates would not increase for FY27.

Marion's city staff reveals crucial budget updates for FY27, including potential property tax impacts and exciting plans for new pickleball courts!

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Gloucester utilities project $788,000 shortfall; supervisors weigh 14% rate increase and reserve options Director Katie Legg told the board that FY26 operating expenditures are outpacing revenue and she projects a roughly $788,000 shortfall. Supervisors discussed rate increases (13–14% proposed), using development funds, borrowing options for key waterline projects, and establishing stronger utility reserves.

Gloucester County faces a staggering $788,000 shortfall in utility funds, prompting talks of a potential 14% rate hike and urgent measures to stabilize finances.

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Tucson Electric Power Rate Hike Battle - Cozzy Energy Solutions Tucson Electric Power and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes are engaged in a dispute over a proposed rate increase, with the Attorney General asserting the proposal is excessive. Joe Barrios, a spokesperson for Tucson Electric Power, claims Mayes’s stance would hinder the utility's ability to fund essential grid improvements. Last week, Mayes’s office presented expert

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New Jersey Electricity Rates: What the BGS Auction Means for You - Cozzy Energy Solutions The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities certified the results of the 25th annual Basic Generation Service (BGS) electricity auction on February 12, with new rates taking effect June 1. NJBPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy stated the board is prioritizing affordability for New Jersey customers and using available resources to manage costs, as directed by Governor

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Kirkwood Electric Faces $1 Million Deficit Amidst Energy Market Volatility - Cozzy Energy Solutions Kirkwood Electric is confronting a $1 million deficit attributed to financial requests from the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), a key electricity supplier. As the only independent utility provider in St. Louis County, Kirkwood Electric owns its electrical systems and obtains 40% of its power through MISO. Recent volatility in the energy market during late

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Michigan City council unanimously opposes recent NIPSCO rate increases, urges IURC review The Michigan City Common Council on Feb. 17 adopted an 8-0 resolution opposing recent Northern Indiana Public Service Co. (NIPSCO) rate increases and asked the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to itemize delivery charges and reconsider the increases.

The Michigan City Common Council has taken a bold stand against skyrocketing utility rates, pushing for transparency and fairness from NIPSCO.

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Fargo officials outline case to extend 1¢ infrastructure sales tax ahead of June 2026 ballot City staff told commissioners that extending Fargo's 1¢ infrastructure sales tax would fund long-term water, wastewater and street projects, keep utility rates lower for residents, and buy down costly special assessments; staff will return with ballot language by mid-March for a June 2026 vote.

Fargo officials are pushing to extend the 1¢ infrastructure sales tax, which has generated $34 million this year, to keep utility rates low and fund critical multi-generational projects.

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