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ERCOT Sets Three Peak Demand Records In One Day
ERCOT established three records for July peak demand last week in three consecutive hours, ultimately hitting 68,799 MW between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. on July 20. Read More
The Energy Revolution Adopts And Leverages “Energy As A Service”
As the retail electricity market has changed and become more complex, some companies have turned to the “Energy As A Service” (EaaS) model, which applies innovative technology and data management to help customers take more control of their usage. Read More
Access ENGIE Webinars on Demand
Commercial and industrial customers can now view the full range of knowledge and insights shared in ENGIE’s 2017 webinar program. Read More
Renewable Generation Surpasses Nuclear For First Time Since 1984
The Energy Information Administration reported that U.S. renewable generation surpassed production from nuclear in March and April, the first time that has happened since 1984. The drivers were record generation from wind and solar, as well as strong precipitation in the West that led to an increase… Read More
The Illinois Future Jobs Act: Missing the Mark?
Customers in Illinois will see higher bills from their local electric utility (Ameren or Commonwealth Edison) in the near future after the implementation of the Future Energy Jobs Act on June 1st, 2017. The bill creates a new subsidy called Zero Emissions Credits (ZECs) that consumers must buy and only… Read More
ENGIE Experts to Share Insights on Peak Demand and Capacity Management at July 18 Webinar
Large multijurisdictional customers confront unique challenges when it comes to understanding the risks and opportunities associated with peak demand and capacity management, which changes from market to market. ENGIE experts weigh in on the cost-savings potential these strategies offer commercial and… Read More
Whitepaper Shares Data, Further Illustrating the Revolution Happening in Today’s Energy Sector
ENGIE Resources has joined the Energy Research Council (ERC) to release key findings from a recent energy products study that further illustrates efforts are rapidly growing to develop integrated management solutions. Read More
Withdrawal From Paris Accord Seen As Having Little Effect On Power Sector
While President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord was greeted with heated responses on both sides of the issue, the reaction of the power sector has been somewhat lukewarm. Read More
Court Upholds PJM Rules Aimed At Ensuring Capacity Can Meet Demand
A federal court upheld rules that govern how PJM pays suppliers to provide the electricity needed to meet demand. Read More
Bill to end ESPs, force utilities to sell power plants could upend utility industry in Ohio
Almost a decade after the state began transitioning to a deregulated power market, a bill now pending in the legislature “could turn the electric utility industry in Ohio on its head.” Read More