Author: By Heather O’Neill Published: 3/20/2025 Inside Climate News
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A Note From Our CEO |
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Heather O’Neill CEO & President |
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For years, Advanced Energy United has been at the forefront of advocating for a Western RTO (regional transmission organization). Regional cooperation through energy markets can help with energy delivery and cost while expanding the supply of advanced energy technologies on the grid. The West-Wide Governance Pathways Initiative is a key part of achieving this greater regional energy cooperation, and as a member of its Launch Committee, United has played a pivotal role in shaping this effort. Introduced by California Senators Becker and Stern and supported by United, Senate Bill (SB) 540 would enable the Pathways Initiative proposal by allowing California’s electricity grid operator to participate in an independently governed, multi-state energy market. This legislation is a critical step to finally establishing a much-needed west-wide grid operator and will help pave the way for broader regional collaboration in the West. It will lower electricity costs for the region and improve grid reliability while protecting state authority and interests. While actively working to support this bill in California, United and our partners remain committed to supporting leaders in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico to ensure the full benefits of the Pathways Initiative can be achieved—including lower costs, job creation, improved reliability and resiliency to extreme weather events, a thriving clean energy market, and fully leveraging the cost-saving benefits of sharing resources across the West. |
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On the Blog |
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America is at a crossroads. For the first time in decades, we’re experiencing a sharp rise in load growth driven by data center expansion, a resurgence in domestic manufacturing, and increased electrification. Without effective policies, consumer costs could rise, businesses may face investment uncertainty, and grid reliability may be at risk. But that doesn’t have to be the case. On our blog, United’s Joey Paolino covers Advanced Energy United’s recently launched website UnlockingAdvancedEnergy.com, a resource showcasing success stories of advanced energy projects across the country. Read more.> |
Webinars |
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Have you registered for the Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE)’s upcoming webinar? Featuring United’s President and CEO Heather O’Neill, Dr. Ruri Takizawa of ETH Zürich, and Angie Daoud of Onyx Renewables, “Green Flags & Glass Cliffs: Finding Success and Avoiding Pitfalls in Your Path to Leadership” will share how organizations can set women leaders up for success. Register here.> |
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PJM Interconnection, the nation’s largest grid operator, stands at a crossroads as it navigates mounting challenges that threaten reliability and affordability. But solutions are within reach. In this webinar, expert panelists and Advanced Energy United examined how PJM can deliver the reliable, sustainable, and affordable power its 13-state region needs to meet growing energy demand. View the full recording here.> |
In the News |
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The Houston Chronicle: After Years of Record Growth, Texas Clean Energy Faces Challenges in Washington and at Home The Houston Chronicle reports that Texas is facing policy uncertainty regarding advanced energy deployment at both the federal and state levels. Matthew Boms, Executive Director of the Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (TAEBA), pointed to the Lone Star State’s soaring electricity demand, emphasizing the importance of using a wide array of advanced energy solutions to meet new load growth. Read more.> |
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Inside Climate News: Maryland Lawmakers Show Support for Bills Favoring Fossil Fuels, Jeopardizing Climate Commitments At crossover in the Maryland General Assembly, Inside Climate News reports that lawmakers are backsliding on climate commitments and statutory obligations. United’s Ryan Gallentine spoke on behalf of the clean energy industry and criticized legislation that would delay enforcement of the Advanced Clean Cars II and Advanced Clean Trucks standards, noting delayed enforcement creates a negative feedback loop. Read more.> |
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RTO Insider: Maryland Crossover Day Update – Bills Passed, Amended, Waiting RTO Insider reports on Maryland’s Crossover Day, covering bills that were passed, amended, and still waiting for a decision. United’s Katie Mettle explained Maryland’s unique crossover process, noting that bills that do not cross over can still move forward with a special vote in the rules committee of either house. Read more.> |
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The Virginia Pilot: Column – Gov. Youngkin Can Keep the Lights on and Our Costs Down In a guest column piece for The Virginia Pilot, United’s Jim Purekal discusses critical advanced energy legislation that has made it to Governor Youngkin’s desk for final approval. Purekal highlights the benefits of these bills to balance the state’s energy needs with economic considerations, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a stable power supply while keeping costs low for ratepayers. Read more.> |
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Albuquerque Business First: Senate Advances NM Grid Modernization Bill Albuquerque Business First reports on House Bill 93, which requires utilities to develop ‘advanced grid technology plans.’ United’s Michael Barrio explains how the bill aims to ensure the grid delivers power more affordably, efficiently, and reliably while accelerating clean energy. Read more.> |
Member News |
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EnergyHub and Ameren Illinois Partner on Residential and Commercial EV Managed Charging Pilots United member company EnergyHub has partnered with Ameren Illinois (AIC), an electric and gas utility, to launch new residential and commercial electric vehicle (EV) managed charging pilots. The pilots are designed to help deliver a reliable, affordable grid while broadening access to managed charging programs. This will enable Ameren Illinois to reduce grid impact by shifting EV charging outside periods of peak demand or high wholesale energy prices, which often occur simultaneously. Read more.> |
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NRG Energy Announces $2.5 MM Investment in Equilibrium Energy United member company NRG Energy Inc. announced a $2.5M investment in Equilibrium Energy, an energy technology platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance energy portfolio optimization capabilities. With this investment, NRG aims to gain market intelligence and explore solutions to address grid volatility created by load growth, intermittent renewable generation, and extreme weather events. Read more.> |
Industry Events |
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The US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C. empowers Hispanic business owners to navigate the evolving political and economic landscape while fostering bipartisan connections with policymakers. The conference will explore key economic issues, including immigration policy, taxes, trade expansion, access to capital, and small business development, providing interactive workshops focused on critical areas shaping today’s global economy. Be sure to catch United’s Harry Godfrey who will be among the speakers at the event. Register here.> |
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Our team is looking forward to attending DISTRIBUTECH International in Dallas, Texas! The event will bring together over 700+ exhibitors, showcasing transformative solutions in electricity delivery automation, energy efficiency, demand response, and more! United is excited to discuss new strategies that will shape the future of transmission and distribution across the nation. Save 20% on your registration with code: DPARTNER11. Register here.> |
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Offshore Wind Transmission West, March 25-26 Get ready for the Offshore Wind Transmission West conference in San Francisco! Attendees will get to hear from dozens of industry experts, addressing challenges, sharing insights, and exploring solutions for building the transmission infrastructure needed to support offshore wind growth in the West. Don’t miss United’s Leah Rubin Shen to speak on the “Meeting Onshore Transmission Needs” panel on the second day of the event. Register here.> |
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Mark your calendars for the EV Charging Summit & Expo in Las Vegas! Over the course of three jam-packed days, attendees will gain key insights from advanced energy leaders and EV experts, showcasing critical solutions, cost savings, and technological advances for both commercial and government organizations investing in EV infrastructure. Be sure to catch United’s Lizzy Stears who will be speaking on the “Accelerating the Future of V2G and Bidirectional Charging” panel on the final day of the event. Save 50% on your registration with code: AEU50. Register here.> |
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