Utility director warns DOE orders could leave Coldwater customers on the hook for Campbell plant costs Coldwater's utility director told the board that successive DOE orders have kept Consumers Energy's J.H. Campbell coal plant operating, creating large recovery filings at FERC and potential cost exposure across MISO that could affect Coldwater indirectly.

Coldwater's utility director warns that federal orders could saddle local customers with hefty costs from the J.H. Campbell coal plant's extended operation.

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Pasco reviews sewer options for Riverview: lift stations, private pumps and policy trade-offs City staff and consultants outlined gravity sewer preference, regional lift-station standards, private grinder-pump use and shared pressurized systems; council asked staff to further study liability, cost allocation and possible shared-system policies for Riverview infill.

Pasco is exploring innovative sewer solutions for Riverview, balancing cost, public health, and community needs—what's the best option for the future?

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House committee advances bill directing OCC study of large electric customers House Bill 3392, advanced out of committee by a 7‑0 vote, would direct the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to study and define "large load" electric customers, examine their grid impacts and require a cost‑allocation assessment; sponsors say the measure is meant to reinforce— not replace—ongoing OCC work.

A new bill in Oklahoma aims to clarify the definition of "large load" electric customers and assess their impact on the grid, all while supporting ongoing efforts by the Corporation Commission.

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State Corporation Commission orders new GS‑5 rate class for large data‑center customers, sets 85% minimum charges and 14‑year contracts The State Corporation Commission told the House Labor and Commerce Committee it will create a new GS‑5 rate class for large load customers beginning Jan. 1, 2027, require minimum monthly payments equal to at least 85% of assigned transmission and distribution costs, and impose 14‑year contract and collateral rules for new customers.

Virginia's State Corporation Commission is shaking up energy pricing by introducing a new GS-5 rate class that mandates large customers to pay at least 85% of their transmission costs, starting in 2027!

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Hutchinson Utilities to advertise bids for Plant 1 transformer; staff outlines 1- and 2-transformer options Commission approved advertising for bids for the Plant 1 substation transformer, with staff recommending options to cover long lead times. Estimates presented: roughly $10 million for a 1-transformer/2-breaker design vs. $18 million for a 2-transformer/4-breaker design; transmission working group recommended paring back the larger design.

Hutchinson Utilities is moving forward with a major investment in its Plant 1 transformer, exploring options that could shape the future of power distribution in Minnesota.

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UOSA briefing: regional wastewater authority finds latent nutrient-removal capacity, outlines cost-allocation changes Upper Occoquan Service Authority told the Manassas Park council it found latent nutrient-removal capacity and plans smaller capital projects (estimated $50–$60 million) and service-agreement changes to reallocate capacity and improve cost equity; staff said capital costs are allocated by ownership and operation costs are flow-based.

UOSA has unveiled plans to optimize wastewater management and equity costs, potentially saving Manassas Park residents money while boosting capacity!

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Utah PSC hearing probes Enbridge cost-allocation proposals that could realign millions among classes Witnesses for large customers and intervenors urged the Public Service Commission to change Enbridge Gas Utah's allocation and rate-design methods, recommending a winter-throughput or excess design-day allocator and other TSL (transport) rate changes; commissioners pressed witnesses on magnitude and gradualism.

Major changes to Enbridge Gas Utah's cost-allocation methods could shift millions among customer classes and impact your bills—are you ready for the potential fallout?

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Council approves Texas Gas Service rate ordinance after staff recommended denial City staff told the council they recommended denying a Texas Gas Service rate filing, but the council approved the related ordinance on Nov. 6. Representatives from the utility and the city exchanged questions about the frequency of recent filings and the allocation of costs across customer classes. Council approved the measure as presented.

In a surprising turn, the Austin City Council approved a gas rate ordinance despite staff's strong recommendation for denial, raising questions about cost allocations for residents and businesses alike.

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Witnesses warn AI data centers could add major electricity demand and press states to set rules on cost allocation State and federal witnesses told the House Energy committee that growth in AI and other large computing loads is changing the electricity demand outlook; data centers currently account for a modest share of consumption but could grow substantially by 2028–2030, increasing peak demand and potentially affecting residential rates without new rate‑case

AI data centers are set to dramatically increase electricity demand, potentially raising residential bills by 8% by 2030 if states don’t take action.

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Kentucky Utility and State Attorney General Challenge PJM's Plan for Emergency Power Plant Expenses A dispute is unfolding between a Kentucky utility company, EKPC, and PJM Interconnection over the allocation of expenses related to the operation of emergency power plants mandated by the Department of Energy to maintain grid stability. The core issue at hand is whether costs should be borne equally across the entire PJM region or only by those directly affected by an emergency situation, with EKPC arguing that PJM's cost allocation method disregards this fundamental principle and spreads unfair burdens across the whole region.

Kentucky Utility and State Attorney General Challenge PJM's Plan for Emergency Power Plant Expenses #PJM #CostAllocation #GridStability #EnergyShortages #Regionalization #UtilitiesRegulation

Facilities Department Discusses Cost Allocation for Operational Expenses and Staffing Facilities Department reviews budget allocation methods for operational costs and labor across buildings.

Cowlitz County Commissioners are rethinking how they allocate facility costs, aiming for a fairer, data-driven approach that could reshape the budget landscape!

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Commission Approves LNG Facility Amid Cost Analysis and Future Rate Case Considerations Commission supports LNG project's issuance with significant projected cost savings and future oversight.

The Wisconsin Public Service Commission is weighing a groundbreaking LNG facility project that promises up to $645 million in savings, but concerns over cost allocation and overruns are raising eyebrows.

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Rocky Mountain Power seeks $104M deferral for wildfire insurance costs in Utah Rocky Mountain Power requests $104 million to defer incremental wildfire insurance costs in Utah.

Rocky Mountain Power is under fire as they seek to defer $104 million in wildfire insurance costs, sparking heated debates about fair rate allocation in Utah.

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Commissioner Harvey questions Pacificor on cost allocations from 2020 wildfires Pacificor confirms it will defend actions related to 2020 wildfires and cost allocations.

Crucial discussions in Utah are set to redefine the future of energy pricing and regulation, as Pacificor faces tough questions on cost allocations stemming from the 2020 wildfires.

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Council implements fair transmission policies across Mid-South states Council establishes principles for efficient and equitable energy transmission construction

Arkansas is on the brink of a transformative energy policy shift with House Bill 1813, promising fair and efficient transmission practices across the mid-South region.

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