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Southwestern Public Service Co. Proposes Large Load Tariff for Data Centers in Texas

Southwestern Public Service Co. Proposes Large Load Tariff for Data Centers in Texas

Southwestern Public Service Co. Proposes Large Load Tariff for Data Centers in Texas

Department of Energy Awards $1.9 Billion in Grants for Grid Modernization Projects Across 26 States

Department of Energy Awards $1.9 Billion in Grants for Grid Modernization Projects Across 26 States

The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $1.9 billion in federal grants to support 31 projects across 26 states aimed at modernizing the U.S. power grid. These projects are expected to add 23 gigawatts (GW) of capacity, enough to power 16 million homes, by reconductoring or rebuilding transmission lines and deploying Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs) over nearly 21,000 miles. The initiative, known as Speed to Power through Accelerated Reconductoring and other Key Advanced Transmission Technology Upgrades (SPARK), was launched in March to address urgent grid upgrades. These grants are enabled by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) passed in 2021. In addition to federal funding, the projects will receive $3.25 billion in recipient cost-share funding. Recipients range from small utilities to large entities like Duke Energy and the New York Power Authority.

Anfield Energy Inc. Expands Uranium and Vanadium Holdings in Colorado with New DOE Leases

Anfield Energy Inc. Expands Uranium and Vanadium Holdings in Colorado with New DOE Leases

Anfield Energy Inc. Expands Uranium and Vanadium Holdings in Colorado with New DOE Leases

U.S. Department of Energy Announces $1.9 Billion in Grants for Grid Upgrades Across 26 States

U.S. Department of Energy Announces $1.9 Billion in Grants for Grid Upgrades Across 26 States

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $1.9 billion in federal grants to support 31 projects across 26 states aimed at upgrading the nation's power grid. These projects are projected to add 23 gigawatts (GW) of additional capacity, sufficient to power 16 million homes. The initiatives will focus on reconductoring or rebuilding transmission lines and deploying Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs) across nearly 21,000 miles. By maximizing existing rights-of-way, these projects intend to alleviate congestion bottlenecks, improve reliability, and reduce operating costs for utilities and grid operators, ultimately lowering electricity bills for approximately 100 million Americans. The grants are part of the DOE’s Speed to Power through Accelerated Reconductoring and other Key Advanced Transmission Technology Upgrades (SPARK) initiative, launched in March, and are enabled by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) passed in 2021.

Southwest Power Pool Faces Opposition Over Western Region Supply Plan at FERC

Southwest Power Pool Faces Opposition Over Western Region Supply Plan at FERC

The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is encountering significant opposition regarding its proposed plan to ensure real-time electrical power supplies in its Western region, specifically covering parts of Colorado and Wyoming. Filings at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) indicate that entities such as the Western Area Power Administration, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, and Guzman Energy contend that SPP's proposal is flawed and requires modifications. SPP's market monitoring unit has also urged FERC to reject the 'stop-gap' proposal, arguing that it would hinder power trading between regions. The issue has gained prominence since SPP's regional transmission operator footprint expanded into the Western Interconnection in April. The SPP West BAA currently lacks a resource adequacy requirement, which is not expected to be in effect until the 2027 summer season, a situation that has contributed to numerous Resource Advisories and Energy Emergency Alerts in the region.

Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rains to flood-struck US Southwest

Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rains to flood-struck US Southwest

Hurricane Polo smashed into the western coast of Mexico Tuesday before the storm’s soggy remnants headed toward the U.S. Southwest where residents already were struggling with floods

Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rain to flood-struck US Southwest

Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rain to flood-struck US Southwest

As former Hurricane Polo weakened over northwestern Mexico, the storm’s remnants are battering the U.S. Southwest

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This Christmas-themed Tennessee hotel is among the best in the U.S., TripAdvisor says

This Christmas-themed Tennessee hotel is among the best in the U.S., TripAdvisor says

The Inn at Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge ranked No. 6 on TripAdvisor's Best of Best Hotels list. The holiday-themed hotel receives great guest reviews.

Huge 'hybrid storm' will form over the US

Huge 'hybrid storm' will form over the US

The National Weather Service says tropical moisture will surge over the Southwest into the central U.S.

Americans continue to disapprove of job President Trump is doing

Americans continue to disapprove of job President Trump is doing

President Trump continues to see more Americans think he is not doing the job in the White House. Entering October, 60% of the people disappove.

Chuck E. Cheese Announces Nationwide Rollout of 'Adventure World' Indoor Play Destinations

Chuck E. Cheese Announces Nationwide Rollout of 'Adventure World' Indoor Play Destinations

Chuck E. Cheese Announces Nationwide Rollout of 'Adventure World' Indoor Play Destinations

Enbridge Pipelines Transport Crude Oil to Texas Refineries and Export Facilities

Enbridge Pipelines Transport Crude Oil to Texas Refineries and Export Facilities

Enbridge Pipelines Transport Crude Oil to Texas Refineries and Export Facilities