Energy
Energy news covering, energy affordability, grid reliability, solar, nuclear, wind, natural gas, PJM transmission planning, battery storage development, and major regional energy investments involving NJDEP, NYSERDA, PJM, FERC, EPA, and state utility regulators shaping the region’s evolving energy landscape.
Energy
Poll Finds New Jersey Residents Prioritize Energy Security Over Radical Climate Policies [Real Clear Energy]
"As New Jersey families endure summer heatwaves, there’s growing support for practical energy policies that keep the lights on and air conditioning running."
Energy
Sherrill vs. Ciattarelli on EVs and Advanced Clean Cars II
"Sherrill has signaled she would continue Murphy’s energy and transportation policies...Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli takes a distinctly critical stance toward ACC II and the broader push for rapid vehicle electrification."
Energy
Everybody to the Limit: How PJM Manages the Heat
The June 2025 heatwave served as a stark reminder of the challenges PJM faces in balancing increasing demand with an evolving generation fleet.
Economic Development
NJ Launches 2 GW Energy Storage Program [ReNEWS]
"New Jersey has launched a landmark energy storage initiative that aims to deliver 2GW of capacity by 2030 while cutting long-term electricity costs and strengthening grid reliability."
Energy
How Ben & Jerry’s is recycling food waste into energy [PBS NewsHour]
Something to ponder the next time you're enjoying Ben & Jerry's ice cream.
Energy
DeGesero Op-Ed: Who’s to Blame for the Rate Hikes?
Some blame PJM, others the Governor. How about both?
Energy
Ciattarelli vs. Sherrill on Energy Policy
The energy policy platforms of Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli both acknowledge the state's rising energy costs and the need for a stable power supply, but their proposed solutions and underlying philosophies differ significantly.
Energy
Energy 101: Small Modular Reactors [Department of Energy]
"Advanced small modular reactors could change the way we think about reliable, clean and affordable nuclear power."
Energy
The Problem with Wind Energy [Real Engineering]
Wind energy is not plug and play. A lot of engineering and technical challenges still must be resolved.
Energy
Democratic Governors Evolving to Embrace Nuclear and Natural Gas
This pragmatic re-evaluation of energy strategies is being driven by pressing challenges related to grid stability, energy costs, and the demands of economic growth.