Enhancing microgrids in Texas with a funding of $1.8 billion

In the realm of energy policy, several significant developments have taken place across the United States. Here's a roundup of recent events affecting the power grid, rate hikes, and clean energy tax credits.

Texas Boosts Power Grid with $1.8 Billion Fund

Texas lawmakers have approved a substantial $1.8 billion fund to bolster the state's power grid. The funds will be used to support the deployment of microgrids at critical facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes, water treatment plants, police and fire stations, aiming to ensure continued power supply during emergencies.

Georgia Voter Turnout Remains Low for Public Service Commission Seats

Early voting for two seats on Georgia's Public Service Commission has seen a modest 0.5% voter turnout, according to the Georgia Recorder.

Tesla Shares Suffer Significant Losses

Shares of Texas-based Tesla have experienced a 24% decrease for the year so far, as reported by the Houston Chronicle.

Advocates Call for Recusal over Proposed Georgia Power Rate Freeze

Advocates have urged three Georgia regulators to recuse themselves from considering a proposed agreement to freeze Georgia Power's rates, due to their public endorsement of the proposal ahead of an upcoming hearing, according to the Georgia Recorder.

Hydrogen Facility Costs Skyrocket in Louisiana

The construction of a hydrogen facility in Louisiana has faced increased costs, with projected expenses swelling from $4.5 billion to over $8 billion. The specific company behind the project has not been named in the search results.

Trump Administration's Actions Could Affect Battery Recyclers

The Trump administration's endorsement of critical mineral production and potential threats of tariffs and the repeal of clean energy tax credits could potentially impact U.S. battery recyclers, including a facility in Georgia, according to Grist.

Ohio Prioritizes New Technology for Electric Grid

Ohio has passed a law requiring utilities and regulators to consider how new technology can strengthen the state's electric grid, as reported by Canary Media and Kathiann M. Kowalski.

Florida Regulators Urged to Prioritize Consumer Protection

The Florida director of the Environmental Defense Fund has suggested that Florida regulators should delay approval of Florida Power & Light's request for a nearly 30% rate increase, instead prioritizing consumer protection and long-term value, according to The Invading Sea.

Clean Energy Tax Credits under Threat in Congress

Congressional Republicans are debating the rollback of clean energy tax credits, which could impact job creation and investment in the solar and battery manufacturing sectors across multiple states, including Kentucky and Georgia, according to combined reports from the New York Times, Kentucky Lantern, and our website.

Solar Energy Industries Association Warns of Job Losses

The Solar Energy Industries Association has warned that the threatened Republican rollback of clean energy tax credits could result in the loss of 3,300 existing and potential jobs in Kentucky, according to the Kentucky Lantern.

Republican Congress Members' Actions Could Increase Power Bills

The owner and founder of Convert Solar LLC has argued that Republican Congress members' attempt to repeal the Solar Investment Tax Credit and other clean energy incentives would increase families' power bills, cause job reductions, and make it harder to power data centers, according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

Texas Grid Operator Warns of Impact from Tax Credit Rollback

The Texas state grid operator has projected a less than 1% chance of implementing rolling blackouts during peak August heat this year, but has warned that the proposed rollback of clean energy tax credits could damage its ability to keep up with demand, as reported by the San Antonio Express-News.

Solar Panel Recycling Facility Planned in Georgia

Solar panel manufacturer Qcells is forming a new company to recycle up to 500,000 panels annually at a new facility next to its Georgia factory, according to Capitol Beat News Service.

Coal Costs Soar in West Virginia

The cost of burning coal in 2024 is projected to be 28% more expensive than it was in 2021, with costs rising between 9% and 162% at eight West Virginia coal-fired power plants, as reported by West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Carbon Capture Company Navigates Politics in Louisiana

A California-based carbon capture company, building a facility in Louisiana, has preserved its federal funding and navigated partisan politics by appealing to Republicans with job promises and heavy industry in their districts, and to Democrats with the prospect of reducing climate change, according to Politico.

U.S. Battery Recyclers Face Uncertainty

U.S. battery recyclers, including a Georgia facility, are facing a limbo moment due to the Trump administration's endorsement of critical mineral production and potential threats of tariffs and the repeal of clean energy tax credits, according to Grist.

Investment and Jobs at Risk in Georgia

Congressional Republicans' proposed rollback of clean energy tax credits threatens announced investment and jobs in Georgia, amounting to more than $23.9 billion in new investments and more than 32,000 new jobs, according to the New York Times.

Tennessee Residents Oppose Gas-Fired Power Plant Proposal

Tennessee residents have expressed opposition to the Tennessee Valley Authority's proposal to build a 900 MW gas-fired power plant with associated lithium battery storage, transmission lines, and pipelines, according to WZTV.