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Infrastructure Update – Week of September 21, 2026
A lot of energy news this week, along with datacenters, Superfund sites, and more.
Economic Development
New Jersey nuclear plant reveals plans to become first major U.S. producer of critical medical isotope
New Jersey’s Salem nuclear plant is preparing to produce a critical isotope used to sterilize billions of medical devices. The project could supply at least half of U.S. demand while reducing the nation’s dependence on a small network of foreign producers.
Policy
Infrastructure Update – Week of September 7, 2026
This week - TTF, Infrastructure Bank, NY’s Climate Superfund law, EWR, PANYNJ, and more
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.
Policy
Infrastructure Update – Week of August 10, 2026
From grid upgrades to coastal protection, PFAS treatment, nuclear decommissioning, and a key rail disruption - this week shows how fast the region’s infrastructure landscape is changing.
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.
Policy
Infrastructure Update – week of June 29, 2026
Water water everywhere - and let’s make it potable too! Also nuclear, the World Cup, and coal (?!) in this week’s Infrastructure Update. Be sure to share with your associates.
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?
Policy
Infrastructure Update – week of June 22, 2026
A fast‑moving week of infrastructure milestones, energy policy shifts, nuclear developments, and regional projects reshaping transportation, reliability, and economic growth across the region. We scour the internet, so you don’t have to!
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.
Data Centers
Infrastructure Update – week of June 8, 2026
All the regional infrastructure news that’s fit to email. Get the TLDR in this edition of Infrastructure Update.
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
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.
Energy
After 3 years without nuclear power, Germany is changing its mind. Why? [Deseret News]
"And while their carbon emissions have dropped at least 32% since 2000, Germany 'simply doesn’t have enough energy-generation capacity,' Merz said."
Energy
New Jersey Bill Supports Advanced Nuclear Reactors
"The Senate Environment and Energy Committee passed legislation sponsored by Senator John Burzichelli today that would direct the Board of Public Utilities to study the feasibility of developing advanced reactors statewide."
Energy
International Energy Agency Says Renewable Energy Projects to Rise but World Will Keep Relying on Fossil Fuels, Especially Natural Gas [AP]
The world is on track to build more renewable energy projects in a five-year period than it has in the last 40 years, but natural gas will continue to be relied upon.
Energy
Op-Ed: Powering the Advanced Industrial Revolution
"This is our moonshot moment. Just as a prior generation put a man on the moon, we have the opportunity—and the responsibility—to build the energy backbone that will support our economy, our national competitiveness, and our way of life for generations to come."
Energy
New Jersey’s Path to Energy Independence – A Technology Review
With electricity rates rising year after year and the state’s increasing reliance upon importing energy from the PJM grid in the spotlight, the public conversation has shifted towards how New Jersey can bring electricity rates back down and be in control of its future by becoming energy independent.
Energy
World’s first fusion plant aims for zero-carbon power, breaks ground in Washington State [Interesting Engineering]
“Fusion represents an inspiring frontier in the world’s pursuit of clean and abundant power,” said Melanie Nakagawa, Microsoft’s Chief Sustainability Officer. “While the path to commercial fusion is still unfolding, we’re proud to support Helion’s pioneering work here in Washington state as part of our broader commitment to investing in sustainable energy.”
Energy
Spotlight on Rising Electricity Costs goes Beyond New Jersey [CNN]
"Campaigns in this fall’s races for New Jersey and Virginia governors, as well as candidates in the upcoming midterms, are taking note of surging utility bills, in the latest sign that affordability has become central to campaigns at all levels."
Economic Development
Inside the $1.6B Plan to Restart Three Mile Island [Wall Street Journal]
"The clean energy will be used to power AI servers and the electricity it generates will be sold to one company: Microsoft."
Energy
Op-Ed: Who Holds our Legislators & Elected Officials Accountable?
"If New Jersey is truly committed to incentivizing the development of new generation mixes in-state to meet growing electricity demand, then natural gas must be part of the plan and included in the EMP."
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
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
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.
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
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.
Data Centers
The “Energy Transition” Won’t Happen [City Journal]
"There’s a full-on race in the tech industry, and in tech-centric investment communities, to spend billions of dollars on new AI-infused infrastructures. The furious pace of expanding manufacturing to produce AI-capable silicon chips and simultaneously building massive, AI-infused datacenters is shattering the illusion that a digital economy enables a decoupling of economic growth from rising energy use."
Energy
The Troubled Energy Transition: How to Find a Pragmatic Path Forward [Foreign Affairs]
“Part of the problem is sheer cost: many trillions of dollars, with great uncertainty as to who is to pay it. Part of the problem is the failure to appreciate that climate goals do not exist in a vacuum. They coexist with other objectives—from GDP growth and economic development to energy security and reducing local pollution—and are complicated by rising global tensions, both East-West and North-South.”
Energy
State of Energy in New Jersey and the PJM Grid
Some basic facts about the PJM grid, New Jersey energy production and usage, and energy demand from AI and data centers that will play an increasing role in our economy.
Energy
Nuclear Energy Renaissance
In the early 2000s, the Energy Policy Act of 2005 provided significant incentives for nuclear power, including loan guarantees and cost-overrun support. But momentum...
Energy
Energy Security and Affordability Act
The "Energy Security and Affordability Act" (Bill S2839), introduced in the NJ Senate March 2024, aims to reshape New Jersey's energy planning by mandating...