Energy
New Jersey explores sunset of fossil fuel power plants
"New Jersey lawmakers are exploring a tectonic shift in the state’s energy policy that could phase out nearly all of its fossil fuel power plants in the coming decades and ensure they don’t return without a rewrite of the state constitution.
Energy
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 1
Full-text of Governor Sherrill's executive order on addressing rising energy costs
Energy
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2
Full-text of Governor Sherrill's executive order on addressing increasing energy demand
Energy
After 3 years without nuclear power, Germany is changing its mind. Why? [Deseret News]
"And while their carbon emissions have dropped at least 32% since 2000, Germany 'simply doesn’t have enough energy-generation capacity,' Merz said."
Economy
PSEG readies electric grid for FIFA World Cup events [BINJE]
PSEG steps up to power the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York-New Jersey. The World Cup is expected to place unprecedented demand on infrastructure. Reliable electricity will help keep the world’s biggest soccer tournament running smoothly.
Energy
Electric Slide – Energy Issues Facing Governor‑Elect Mikie Sherrill
Governor‑elect Sherrill inherits an energy landscape defined by skyrocketing costs, falling in-state electricity generation, stalled offshore wind, ambitious solar mandates, strained grid reliability, and rising NIMBY sentiment. Her leadership will be tested in balancing affordability with her aggressive clean energy targets.
Energy
Waste to watts: New RNG facility opens in South Jersey
A new renewable natural gas (RNG) facility is officially online in Atlantic County, turning landfill gas into clean, pipeline-ready fuel for homes and businesses. This project marks the first time RNG will directly enter the South Jersey Gas system. A major step forward for clean energy in New Jersey.
Energy
How Much Water and Energy do Data Centers Consume? A New Jersey Bill Demands Answers. [Inside Climate News]
"The debate mirrored a broader balancing act playing out across the country between the promise of AI-fueled development with the great costs to water and energy."
Energy
The Big Problem With Solar Power [Sabine Hossenfelder]
"But according to new analyses, solar isn’t as cheap as we’ve been led to believe. Let’s take a look at the real cost of solar power and other problems with the technology."
Energy
Here’s why massive walls are being built around this Staten Island battery energy storage system [SI Live]
"“What’s being built at the Nelson Ave. site are not retaining walls. They are engineered sound and fire barriers that were reviewed and approved as part of the standard FDNY and DOB permitting process."
Energy
Murphy declares state of emergency amid propane shortage, cold weather [New Jersey Globe]
The measure aims to ensure uninterrupted heating access and safeguard families during the cold weather.
Energy
Op-Ed:Â Hochul must veto the 100-foot rule bill [New York Daily News]
"We agree with the governor that New York needs an all of the above approach to our energy future. We urge her to veto the 100-foot rule bill and continue her support for an affordable and pragmatic energy future for New York State."
Energy
New Jersey Bill Supports Advanced Nuclear Reactors
"The Senate Environment and Energy Committee passed legislation sponsored by Senator John Burzichelli today that would direct the Board of Public Utilities to study the feasibility of developing advanced reactors statewide."
Energy
PJM Says Winter Power Supply Adequate [ROI-NJ]
"'The grid is set up to keep the power flowing reliably this winter under forecast conditions, but the tightening of our margins will begin to impact us in the next few years if it continues,' said Aftab Khan, executive vice president – operations, planning and security."
Energy
PJM Files proposal with FERC to Update Capacity Auction Rules [ROI-NJ]
"The PJM joint proposal seeks to strike a reasonable balance between wholesale cost and the need to produce auction results that will attract investment in generation required for future grid reliability."
Energy
How the US cut climate-changing emissions while its economy more than doubled [The Conversation]
This article underscores that economic growth and emissions reduction can coexist with the right mix of technology, policy, and market forces.
Energy
International Energy Agency Says Renewable Energy Projects to Rise but World Will Keep Relying on Fossil Fuels, Especially Natural Gas [AP]
The world is on track to build more renewable energy projects in a five-year period than it has in the last 40 years, but natural gas will continue to be relied upon.
Energy
Sherrill’s gubernatorial victory a boost to struggling offshore wind sector [ROI-NJ]
"Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s convincing victory in the governor’s race is seen by supporters of renewable energy as a boon for New Jersey’s struggling offshore wind sector."
Energy
Murphy signs off on gas pipeline [NJ Spotlight]
"New Jersey signed off on the project, called the Northeast Supply Enhancement Project, hours after New York authorities issued its permit — the final two steps needed for work to commence."

