Pennsylvania

Inside Climate News reports that PJM Interconnection has reached a settlement with Pennsylvania to cap capacity auction prices, aiming to mitigate soaring electricity costs. United’s Jon Gordon emphasized the importance of PJM completing the auction quickly and efficiently to reduce market uncertainty.

Governor Josh Shapiro today announced a sweeping clean energy package designed to make Pennsylvania a leader in the energy transition. The plan includes, but is not limited to, the reintroduction of the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS) and the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction (PACER) program, alongside new energy efficiency measures, a clean energy siting board initiative, and updates to the EDGE tax credit.  

In 2023, advanced energy employment nationwide increased by 4%, more than double the growth rate of the overall U.S. labor market. Advanced energy jobs surged from 2022 to 2023, with 4.1 million U.S. workers now working in the sector. Some of these gains were driven by the early impact of tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Joint statement from Pennsylvania Electric School Bus Coalition and Representative Brandon Markosek on school bus ride-alongs for HB1542

Erie News Now covers Pennsylvania’s push for clean energy with the PRESS policy aiming for 35% renewable energy by 2035. The article quotes United’s Nick Bibby who states Pennsylvania is sending a clear signal to the clean energy industry that they want their services and the generation they’re providing.

Pennsylvania news outlet The Sentinel reports on the growing trend of electric vehicles in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and the importance of expanding EV charging infrastructure to support the transition to clean energy. The article quotes United’s Nick Bibby who states that utility companies must be proactive in upgrading their grid distribution infrastructure to meet the rising demand. 

In an opinion column featured in RealClear Pennsylvania United’s Nick Bibby urges the Pennsylvania General Assembly to pass House Bill 1240, which would require utilities to plan for electric vehicle charging infrastructure to support the growing demand for EVs and protect Pennsylvania consumers.

Pennsylvania news station CBS 21 discusses the increased demand that the growing number of electric vehicles is placing on the state’s power grid. In a video interview, United’s Nick Bibby states that proactive upgrades need to be made soon to avoid costly improvements in the future.

This report, prepared by Synapse Energy Economics for Advanced Energy United, presents a framework for analyzing and preparing for the large-scale electrification of MHDVs. It focuses on assessing the impacts of the Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) rule on electric distribution grids.

PV Magazine reports on the recently released report, Implementing “30% by 2030” Renewable Energy Policy Would Generate $13 Billion for PA, by Advanced Energy United and a coalition of partners The article quotes United’s Nick Bibby, who relays the report’s findings that increasing Pennsylvania’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards would benefit the Commonwealth.

More than $13.1 billion could be invested in Pennsylvania over the next seven years, and 129,000 jobs could be created, if policymakers increase the Commonwealth’s clean energy standards in line with Governor Shapiro’s ‘30% renewable energy by 2030’ campaign pledge, according to a new report released today by three business associations, Advanced Energy United, MAREC Action, and American Clean Power Association.

A new report written by Gabel Associates and released by Advanced Energy United, MAREC Action, and the American Clean Power Association found that more than $13.1 billion could be invested in Pennsylvania over the next seven years, and 129,000 jobs could be created if policymakers increase the AEPS to require 30% renewable generation by 2030.