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
What to do with the Paulsboro Wind Port?
With New Jersey's offshore wind plans on indefinite hold, how can the Paulsboro Windport be repurposed to address the state's energy crisis?
Energy
Lamont doubles down on natural gas after signing two climate-related bills [CT Mirror]
"...Lamont said that a larger gas supply is necessary to wean the region off its reliance on aging, oil-fired plants that are needed to meet demand in winter months."
Data Centers
Data Centers: New Jersey’s Position in a Booming Market
"For New Jersey, the path forward hinges on addressing its power infrastructure challenges and maintaining its competitive edge through continued investment and innovation. Success will mean not only capturing a share of this high-growth sector but also reaping the economic and jobs benefits that come with it."
Energy
Critics Push Back on New York’s New Nuclear Power Plans
Food & Water Watch urged the state to focus on “affordable, job-creating renewable energy — like wind, solar, and energy efficiency — that can deliver results now, not years or decades down the line.”
Energy
Big Beautiful Bill Provides An Energy Overhaul: Nuclear, Hydro, and Geothermal Take Center Stage in America’s Power Future
"...the legislation marks a decisive turn in U.S. energy policy. It reflects a growing recognition that technological reliability, not just carbon reduction, must be central to the energy transition."
Energy
Climate Advocates and Legislative Leaders Rally at Statehouse to Call for 100% Clean Energy by 2035 Legislation
Climate Advocates and Legislative Leaders Convene Rally at Statehouse to Call for Legislation That Achieves 100% Clean Energy by 2035
Trenton, New Jersey – A...
Data Centers
ICF sees 25% load growth by 2030, up to 40% price increase [UtilityDive]
Dive Brief:
U.S. electricity demand could grow 25% from 2023 to 2030 and 78% by 2050, driven in the near term by artificial intelligence data...
Energy
New York Announces New Nuclear Power Plant
“If we don't increase our capacity over the next decade, we will see rolling blackouts,” Hochul warned during her announcement at the Niagara Power Plant.
Energy
2024 PJM Load Forecast Report
“This forecast reflects the accelerated growth that we discussed with our stakeholders throughout 2023, driven by the electrification of multiple sectors combined with consumer demands for technology…It also underscores the need to maintain and develop enough generation resources to serve that growing demand.” Kenneth S. Seiler, Sr. Vice President – Planning, PJM
Energy
Environmental Advocates Respond to Atlantic Shores Decision to Vacate its OREC
Trenton, New Jersey – The following is a statement from Ed Potosnak, Executive Director of New Jersey LCV, regarding Atlantic Shores filing to vacate...


