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.
How utilities and states are responding to PJM’s record capacity prices
JM’s recent capacity auction has sent shockwaves through the energy industry. Capacity costs are set to skyrocket from $2.2 billion to $14.7 billion for the 2025/26 delivery year. Power plant retirements, increased load, and new market rules drive this unprecedented 568% increase. Key takeaways: Wondering what it means to your business? Reach out to our…
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…
TPI Efficiency Adds New Chief Financial Officer
August 21, 2024 Cleveland—TPI Efficiency, a leading energy broker and efficiency consulting company and part of the ScaleCo Fund IV, is pleased to announce Joe Kennedy’s appointment as its new Chief Financial Officer. In this role, Mr. Kennedy will drive sales growth, develop and execute sales strategies, and expand the company’s customer base. “I am…
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:
Energy Market Snapshot: Why Now Is the Time to Secure Your Energy Contracts
Natural Gas Market Update: Record-Breaking Production, but for How Long? Natural gas production in the U.S. has reached unprecedented levels, consistently surpassing 100 Bcf/d. Last week’s report showed output at an impressive 101.5 Bcf/d. However, this abundance may not last. Industry experts anticipate potential production cuts by suppliers in the near future, aimed at reducing…
