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 Policy
Infrastructure Update – Week of September 28, 2026
From record water‑infrastructure funding to major data‑center fines, rising grid pressures, nuclear‑emissions revelations, and calls for expanded battery storage, this week showed how quickly the region’s energy and infrastructure landscape is evolving.
Energy
New data centers projected to reduce residential electricity rates
OpenAI’s Project Camellia will pay for the infrastructure and electric service required for its planned Georgia campus. Revenue from large-load customers is now projected to save a typical Georgia Power household approximately $180 annually beginning in 2029.
New Jersey is moving toward a similar model, with new laws requiring large data centers to pay their fair share and publicly report their energy and water use.
Energy
States challenge plan to speed natural gas projects
FERC is seeking a faster approval process for expansion of pre-existing natural gas infrastructure projects, but a coalition of 15 attorneys general are pushing back.
As electricity demand and household energy costs rise, the debate is testing whether faster permitting can support reliability while still protecting customers and communities.
Energy
Permit challenges rejected by appeals court as critical gas Pipeline Project moves forward
A federal appeals court has upheld New York’s water quality permits for the Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline, rejecting a challenge from environmental organizations seeking to overturn the state’s approval.
The ruling removes a significant legal hurdle for the major regional energy project, which will expand natural gas capacity through Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.
After years of permitting disputes and environmental review, construction on NESE is moving forward.
Energy
New Jersey requires data centers to report energy and water use
A new New Jersey law will require data centers to report how much energy and water they use.
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
Federal Court ruling on Climate SuperFund Legislation raises serious legal questions for New Jersey Lawmakers
A federal judge’s decision striking down New York’s controvesial Climate Change Superfund Act could derail New Jersey’s similar proposed program.
Energy
Sherrill’s first 6 months: energy scorecard
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is reshaping NJ energy with rate freezes, new solar, and nuclear support to save ratepayers over $1B. However, regional PJM grid costs continue driving up utility bills.
Energy
Governor Sherrill Signs Power NJ Act, Launching Process for New Nuclear Energy Development
Governor Mikie Sherrill has signed the Power NJ Act, launching New Jersey's process to procure at least 1,100 megawatts of new nuclear generation.
The bipartisan legislation includes safeguards to protect ratepayers while expanding reliable, around-the-clock energy generation to meet New Jersey's growing electricity demand.
Energy Policy
Infrastructure Update – Week of August 3, 2026
A consequential week across transportation, energy markets, land‑use policy, and regional development. Here is your curated weekly summary of the stories shaping New Jersey and the broader grid transition.
Energy
Faces of Infrastructure: Ben Hertz-Shargel
Hertz-Shargel takes the reins of the NJBPU as the state faces an energy affordability crisis and increasing questions about energy supply and resilience.
Energy
Hochul signs major reforms to New York Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) law
Governor Hochul and state lawmakers have approved significant changes to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), including extending emissions reduction timelines, adopting a 100-year emissions accounting standard and requiring future regulations to consider affordability, reliability and economic impacts.