Energy

ePUC Email Address Change Notification

The Vermont Public Utility Commission (PUC) is changing the sender email address for automatic ePUC system emails to NoReply@mail.state.vt.us starting February 13, 2026. This change is due to Microsoft software modifications. Users are advised to ensure emails from this new address are not routed to spam.

Rocky Mountain Power Large-Load Service Contract Application

The Utah Public Service Commission has received filings related to Rocky Mountain Power's application for approval of a large-load service contract. Recent filings include orders on witness appearances, notices of appearance, intervention, settlement stipulations, and various testimonies from parties including the Division of Public Utilities and the Utah Association of Energy Users.

Electric Utility Services Docket - GridCARE Presentation

The Utah State Public Service Commission has published a docket containing miscellaneous correspondence and reports regarding electric utility services for 2026. Key documents include PacifiCorp's agreements to amend generator interconnection agreements and a presentation by GridCARE.

Corix Utah City Heating and Cooling LLC - First Compliance Filing

Corix Utah City Heating and Cooling LLC has submitted its first compliance filing to the Utah Public Service Commission, including required approvals and permits. This filing pertains to their application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to provide heating and cooling services within the state.

Qwest Corporation d/b/a CenturyLink QC Discontinuing Residential Voice Services

The Utah Public Service Commission has opened an investigatory docket into Qwest Corporation d/b/a CenturyLink QC's planned discontinuance of residential voice services in Springdale, Utah. The notice invites public comment and requests the Division of Public Utilities to investigate and advise on the matter.

State PUC Denies Northwestern Energy Rate Increase, Approves New Power Plant

The Montana Public Service Commission denied Northwestern Energy's request for a $43 million rate increase, approving a lower amount and authorizing a new power plant. Customers will see a reduction in current rates and receive refunds for overcharges.

PSC Withdraws FERC Intervention, Opens State Investigation of NWE Transactions

The Montana Public Service Commission (PSC) has withdrawn its intervention at FERC regarding NorthWestern Energy's acquisition of a share in the Colstrip power plant. The PSC will now conduct its own state-level investigation into the transaction to ensure it meets the needs of Montana retail customers.

Montana PSC Approves Interim Electric Rate Increase for MDU

The Montana Public Service Commission has approved an interim electric rate increase for Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU), allowing the company to recover approximately $7.7 million in additional annual revenue. The interim rates will take effect on April 1, 2026, while MDU's full rate case is pending.

FERC Order on Rehearing: SERI to Refund Over $550 Million to Customers

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued an order on rehearing confirming that System Energy Resources, Inc. (SERI) must refund over $550 million to customers in Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Orleans for tax-related tariff violations. The order also modified previous requirements regarding rental payments for the Grand Gulf Nuclear Station leases.

Louisiana PSC Resolves SERI Litigation and Rate Filing

The Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) approved a settlement resolving Entergy Louisiana's rate filing and years of litigation with SERI regarding the Grand Gulf nuclear plant. The settlement provides approximately $265 million in rate credits to Louisiana ratepayers and divests Entergy Louisiana of its Grand Gulf shares.