Law & Lawyers

Innovating to Keep Electricity Affordable

Portland GE

“In recent years, PGE has secured and contracted major grant support and tax credits that accelerate the pace of deployment and lower the cost of new technologies and renewable energy projects – savings that are directly passed on to customers.”

Innovative Solutions to Wildfire Mitigation

AEIC Members Develop Risk Reduction Measures

“There was much robust discussion last September at AEIC’s 2024 Annual Meeting regarding preparing for and responding to wildfires. Our members will continue to build on this collaborative knowledge-sharing at this year’s Annual Meeting in Charleston in November.”

When Seas Turn Rough, Flexibility Becomes Even More Critical

Changes

Societies can sail in calm waters, that suddenly become unforgiving and then come back later but to a different calm. Which is good advice for all those across the utilities industry feeling rather buffeted by the present winds of change. We are all adjusting and tuning strategies to continue to carry out our central mission to serve the public interest.

Chair Decker Reflects on Eight Years at the Commission

Oregon PUC

“We’re at a place where there’s a lot of focus on the PUC. There is a healthy conversation coming about not being able to have everything and realizing that by relying on your PUC to achieve the balance among these competing priorities, there are going to be disappointments.”

More Clean Energy Amid Wildfires: Leo Asuncion

Hawaii PUC

“The energy efficiency administrator can look at how to help Lahaina and the island of Maui, as well. How to incorporate energy efficiency into what they’re rebuilding in Lahaina and in the temporary housing units that have been built or are still in development.”