Energy
PJM framework could help data centers connect without raising regional power costs
New data centers could be required to reduce their electricity use before homes lose power during a grid emergency under a proposal from PJM Interconnection.
Energy
The latest trend in solar is Agrivoltaics? Here’s the five things we need to know before we start building.
Can farmland produce food and electricity at the same time?
Energy Grid
Infrastructure Update – Week of September 21, 2026
A lot of energy news this week, along with datacenters, Superfund sites, and more.
Energy
JCP&L proposes rate offsets through 2027
Temporary offsets would hold residential delivery rates steady through 2027 while supporting $2.1 billion in electric grid investments.
Energy
10 largest renewable power plants in New Jersey
Renewable power plants provide ~10% of the state’s electricity. Where are they?
Energy
CHPE Brings Canadian Hydropower to NY
The Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE) is now operational, delivering clean hydropower from Hydro-Québec to New York City. The 339-mile transmission line can provide enough renewable electricity to meet up to 20% of the city's annual power needs while strengthening grid reliability during periods of peak demand.
Energy
Virtual power plants surge as AI demand reshapes the energy grid
Virtual power plants are rapidly scaling nationwide as AI demand surges, and New Jersey plus neighboring states are beginning early steps toward regional VPP adoption.
Energy
Infrastructure Update – Week of May 25, 2026
This week’s infrastructure update looks at the challenges of growth, grid reliability and infrastructure modernization as energy demands surge across the Northeast.
Energy
Pre-Memorial Day heat spike highlights need for reliable power
As Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, rising temperatures are putting pressure on the grid in Pennsylvania. Now, two of the Commonwealth’s largest coal-fired power plants, Keystone and Conemaugh, are expected to remain open through 2032 to meet the rising demand.
Energy
NJ ramps up battery storage (BESS): Build‑out begins as the state confronts a growing generation gap
These three battery storage projects are at the forefront of NJ’s energy pivot.
Energy
New Jersey’s nuclear legacy and its next chapter
New Jersey’s nuclear story is entering a new era. From Oyster Creek’s historic beginnings to Salem and Hope Creek powering millions of homes today. After decades of limits on new development, the state is once again opening the door to nuclear energy to help meet rising demand and strengthen grid reliability.
Energy
NESE pipeline approved by Tidelands Resource Council
Pipeline expansion to provide price relief and energy resiliency to NYC and Long Island residents and businesses
Energy
Managing the State’s Surging Energy Demand [NJ Business]
A new study by consulting firm Grid Strategies reports that while peak electricity use is expected to increase between nearly four and six percent over...