Energy
Is nuclear power the answer as demand rises?
New Nuclear Investment Could Deliver Reliable Energy, Lower Costs, and Thousands of Skilled Jobs
As electricity demand continues to rise across the United States, advocates...
Energy
Generation gap
Did environmental opposition to nuclear and natural gas inadvertently contribute to NJ’s high electricity prices?
Energy
Environmental groups oppose Sherrill’s nuclear strategy
New Jersey once again turns toward nuclear energy as policymakers confront rising electricity demand, aging infrastructure, and the need for carbon‑free generation. But local environmental groups oppose the Sherrill administration’s openness to next‑generation reactors and state lawmakers advancing new procurement legislation.
Energy
New Jersey poll shows broad support for natural gas expansion
A new Fairleigh Dickinson University poll found 76% of respondents favor building new natural gas plants in New Jersey, with support cutting across party lines and demographic groups. The results reflect a broader trend in the poll, with voters prioritizing increased energy generation and lower costs.
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 Policy
Infrastructure Update – Week of May 11, 2026
This Week in Policy, Infrastructure & Energy Markets
Energy
PJM publishes report detailing transmission forecasts, megawatt usage for N.J. and region [ROI-NJ]
"As to the overall PJM region, accelerated retirements of generators that provide necessary attributes needed to maintain reliability are outpacing the addition of new, mainly inverter-based resources. The retirements are driven by unit age and environmental public policy."
Energy
Morris Township Sued Over Natural Gas Ban [TAPinto Morristown]
"The U.S. alleges that Morris Township’s ordinance interferes with federal authority by restricting the use of appliances that are otherwise permitted under national standards, and by creating what it describes as a patchwork of local regulations affecting energy policy."
Energy
Sherrill signs nuclear reform law at Salem, positioning state for clean‑energy renaissance [BINJE]
Governor Mikie Sherrill signed legislation at the Salem Nuclear Power Plant removing a decades-old barrier that effectively blocked new nuclear development. With demand rising and energy costs climbing, state leaders are positioning New Jersey to lead the next generation of clean, carbon-free power.