Energy & Utilities

PSE Wildfire Insurance Costs Filing with Washington Utilities Commission

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has filed proposed revisions with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission to increase its revenue requirement by $23.4 million for wildfire prevention and insurance costs. This filing seeks to recover previously deferred wildfire insurance premiums and update forecasted expenses.

CPUC Annual CASF Public Workshop on Broadband Expansion

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will host its annual California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Public Workshop on April 22, 2026. The workshop aims to foster collaboration among regional consortia, local governments, broadband providers, stakeholders, and consumers to discuss strategies for expanding broadband infrastructure and adoption in unserved California communities.

Renewables Supply Over Half of Quarterly Energy Needs

Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM) saw renewables supply over half of its energy needs for the first time in the December 2025 quarter, leading to a significant drop in wholesale electricity prices. This milestone was driven by record renewable generation and increased battery storage output.

AEMO Board Appointments

The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has announced the appointment of Luke Menzel and Josef Tadich as non-executive directors to its Board. These appointments are effective February 24, 2026, and are for a four-year term.

AEMO Submission on Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council Governance Review

The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has published its submission regarding the review of its governance arrangements by the Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council (ECMC). AEMO supports the review to ensure its governance remains appropriate for the ongoing energy transition.

ACER Assesses EU DSO Entity's Gas and Hydrogen Documents

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has issued an opinion on the updated draft statutory documents of the EU DSO entity, which now include provisions for gas and hydrogen distribution system operators. ACER's assessment notes reasonable adaptations but also identifies potential risks of deadlocks and inconsistencies with existing electricity regulations.

ACER Consultation on EU Power Purchase Agreements Market

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) is launching a public consultation on developments and initiatives in the EU Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) market. The consultation aims to identify challenges and factors affecting the PPA market across Member States.

ACER Report on Danish Gas Tariffs and Pipeline Costs

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has released a report assessing Danish gas transmission tariffs. The report evaluates the proposed reference price methodology against EU Network Code requirements, highlighting a need for greater transparency on upstream pipeline costs.

ACER supports certification of first European hydrogen transmission network operator

The European Union Agency for Cooperation between Energy Regulators (ACER) has published an opinion supporting the certification of GAZ-SYSTEM as the first European hydrogen transmission network operator. This opinion is part of the certification process under the Hydrogen and Gas Decarbonisation Package, ensuring compliance with EU ownership unbundling rules.

ACER Details Cross-Border Investigations in REMIT Quarterly

The Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has published its 43rd REMIT Quarterly, detailing its approach to cross-border investigations under the updated EU energy market framework. The report includes updates on stakeholder engagement, data reporting preparations, and market surveillance statistics.