The Explosion of Data Centers Data centers have been a major topic of discussion in the energy industry for several years due to their high energy consumption. With further expansion expected in 2025 and beyond, utility companies will face...
When procuring energy for your commercial business, it can be difficult to weigh the risks associated with buying strategies. How do you know your procurement strategy is the right one? How much risk can you tolerate? How much time do...
PJM recently released the capacity auction results at the end of July for the period of June 2025 through May 2026, and the outcomes have been much higher than most anticipated. This surge in prices has had an immediate impact for pricing on new...
The Chevron Deference is a legal principle derived from a 1984 Supreme Court case, Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. It states that when a law is unclear or ambiguous, courts should defer to the agency responsible for...
In the world of energy management, peak demand periods represent a critical time when the electricity grid is under the most stress, typically during extreme weather conditions like heat waves or cold snaps. These are the moments when energy...
Keep your shades and sunscreen handy as meteorologists predict an exceptionally warm summer for the majority of the United States. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently unveiled a summer forecast map, which paints the...
In the realm of energy contracts, the adage, "time is of the essence," holds significant weight. The energy market is a dynamic entity, with prices fluctuating based on myriad factors such as demand, supply, weather conditions, and geopolitical...
A Slight Increase in Energy Demand for 2024 Although the US economy expanded at an annualized rate exceeding 3% in the initial three quarters of 2023, peaking at 4.9% in the third quarter, the demand for electricity fell by 1.6% over the year. This...
Competitive energy markets offer many options to commercial and industrial customers. In ERCOT, retail electricity providers can customize pricing offers with dozens of cost components that can be tailored to specific consumer risk requirements....
While you now get to choose who provides your electricity, the grid in Texas is still managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), which provides a central location where energy is dispatched to the grid. It keeps the markets...
Throughout 2022, the U.S. energy market experienced significant fluctuations that had a profound impact on the start of 2023. The primary trigger was Russia’s decision to curtail its gas supply to Europe, a response to the economic sanctions imposed...
With a strategic approach to energy procurement, we can make a direct impact on your bottom line Energy is one of the top five operating costs for most businesses and is an important part of your overall business strategy. Between energy market...
Winter is quickly approaching, but what’s on our radar are the recent forecasts that are showing significantly more snow than last year in many of the major markets. We have known for a while there is expected to be a strong El Nino that lasts...