Reading Municipal Light Department Examines New Budget, Advanced Metering, and Infrastructure Upgrades

Overview: During the recent Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) Board meeting, attention was directed towards the department’s budgetary revisions and infrastructure projects, including the progressive steps towards implementing Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and the advancement of Substation Six.

Arizona Corporation Commission Faces Intense Debate Over Renewable Energy Standard Repeal

Overview: The Arizona Corporation Commission recently convened to address a controversial proposal to repeal the Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff (REST) rules, which mandate that utilities source a portion of their energy from renewable resources. This proposal has sparked substantial public outcry, with numerous stakeholders emphasizing the critical role of the REST rules in promoting clean energy development and addressing environmental and economic concerns.

Reading Municipal Light Department Board Pursues Financial Transparency Amid Energy Service Concerns

Overview: The Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) Board meeting prominently featured discussions about financial transparency concerning energy service expenses and the intricate ownership structure of Energy New England (ENE). The board delved into ensuring clear communication of financial matters and explored historical and operational aspects of ENE, aiming for a comprehensive understanding of its implications for RMLD.

Arizona Corporation Commission Debates Utility Rate Restructuring Amidst Concerns Over Transparency

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Arizona Corporation Commission tackled significant utility rate restructuring, focusing on Trico Electric Cooperative and Cactus State Utility Operating Company. The discussions included debates over transparency, the elimination of surcharges, and the potential impact on customers, especially low-income individuals. Commissioners grappled with the balance between simplifying billing and maintaining customer awareness of costs.

Arizona Corporation Commission Considers Consent Order in Robert Steven Swagger Case

Overview: During a recent hearing by the Arizona Corporation Commission, discussions centered on a potential consent order involving Robert Steven Swagger and associated companies.