NERC Seeks Comments on Reliability Rules for AI Data Centers and Other Large Loads
NERC is taking comments through September 18 on draft reliability standards for AI data centers, crypto facilities and other large computational loads.
Electric Utilities
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DOE announces $1.9 billion opportunity for U.S. grid upgrades, with selections expected in August 2026
The Energy Department announced approximately $1.9 billion in potential funding for grid-infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving reliability, resilience and efficiency as electricity demand grows nationwide.
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Cleveland Council Weighed Utility Eminent-Domain Request
Cleveland City Council was scheduled to consider supporting a utility authority request involving electric facilities and service rights on Dry Valley Road.
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Report says North Carolina bill would restrict Louisburg electric-fund transfers
An Aug. 5 report said Senate Bill 1076 would limit Louisburg’s ability to move Electric Fund revenue into general municipal accounts or economic-development projects. The bill’s status and text remain unconfirmed.
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California water board sets Aug. 19 vote on statewide utility wildfire rules
The California State Water Resources Control Board has posted a proposed statewide order governing electric-utility wildfire and related activities that could affect water quality. The board is scheduled to consider adoption on Aug. 19, 2026.
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DOE Gives SPP Emergency Backup Tools During Heat Emergency
A temporary federal order gives Southwest Power Pool more tools to manage heat-driven demand across its 17-state footprint through August 3.
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SF Planning Commission certifies final EIR for proposed PG&E power asset acquisition—what it means for public power talks
San Francisco, CA — On July 9, 2026, the Planning Commission certified the Final EIR for proposed PG&E asset acquisition—a CEQA milestone for public power talks.
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Fayetteville PWC July 22 agenda: Lift Station 33 repair and relay switchboards
Fayetteville Public Works Commission’s July 22 agenda includes a Lift Station 33 structural repair award, relay control switchboard buys, and budget ordinance updates.
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AZCC votes to repeal outdated electric energy-efficiency rules — what it could mean for APS and Phoenix ratepayers
AZCC voted 4-0 on July 8, 2026 to repeal outdated electric energy-efficiency rules. The DSM programs may continue, but related surcharges could change later.
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El Paso widens its Meta data center fight into ratepayer and CBA talks
El Paso is challenging a $551.8 million McCloud power plant tied to a planned Meta data center and voted to start negotiating a community benefits agreement.