FirstEnergy: Higher Rates Tied to HB6 Scandal
Ohio FirstEnergy customers can expect higher electric bills next year as the utility seeks higher charges, but multiple cases tied to the utility’s corruption scandal remain unresolved.
Energy Market Snapshot: Sept. 3, 2024
Natural Gas Market Update: Cooler Temps Bring Storage Boost Supply Holds Steady as Injections Pick Up Natural gas supply remained stable at around 102.0 Bcf/d this past week. The cooler second half of August has recently led to stronger storage injections, with five of the last six injections approaching the five-year average. Last week’s EIA…
Energy Market Snapshot: Capacity News-August 19, 2024
2025/2026 Capacity Auction Results Impact on Electricity Costs: The capacity charge portion of your electricity rate will see a sharp increase in June of 2025 through May of 2026 due to a record high capacity auction this past July. This change will affect all future and existing contracts. Contract implications: Suppliers do not normally pass…
Energy Market Insights: August 12-18, 2024
Weather Outlook Natural Gas Market Update 2025/2026 Capacity Auction Results Why Consider Buying Now? Stay informed and consider strategic energy decisions in light of these developments.
Energy Market Snapshot: Aug. 5, 2024: Capacity Auction News
2025/2026 CAPACITY AUCTION RESULTS The recent PJM capacity auction resulted in a significant price surge to $269.92 per megawatt-day, nearly tenfold last year’s increase. This affects 135,684 MW of capacity for June 2025-May 2026, with a diverse mix of gas, nuclear, coal, and renewables. Higher demand and market reforms are driving these costs. Businesses across…
Capacity Auction Results in Significant Price Increase for 2025/2026
The latest PJM capacity auction has dramatically increased prices, reflecting a tightening supply and demand balance across the region. The auction, which secures power supply resources from June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026, saw capacity prices rise nearly tenfold compared to previous years. Key Highlights:
Peak Demand Alert: 🔥 Tues. & Wed. Potential Days
The PJM grid forecasts high daily electricity demand as the hot weather lingers. The hot weather conditions are expected to drive energy demand levels, threatening grid reliability. PJM Forecasted Demand: Monday, June 24, 2024Expected Peak Timeframe: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm ESTPotential Peak Demand: 132,034 MW Tuesday, June 25, 2024Expected Peak Timeframe: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm ESTPotential Peak Demand: 142,450 MW…
PJM Grid: Peak Demand Warning Extended All Week
Expected Peak Demand Warning ⚠️ All WeekSituation Overview: As the hot weather continues, the PJM grid forecasts high daily electricity demand. The hot weather conditions are expected to drive demand levels, posing a threat to grid reliability. Understanding Peak Demand Days Coincident Peak DaysA coincident peak day is one of the five highest-demand days during the…