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February 2, 2022

As Gas Becomes a Central Topic in Europe Because of the Ukraine Crisis, a Reminder that Gas is Essential to Our Energy Future

Russian troops have amassed along its 1200 mile plus border with Ukraine, prompting not only fears of an imminent invasion but also a reminder that Vladimir Putin’s Russia provides Europe, particularly Germany, with 40% of its natural gas supply. Moreover, it’s prompted many leaders in Europe to ponder the uneasy […]
January 25, 2022

More than 20 Years of Facts Prove Electric Deregulation is Dangerous for Customers.

Since the 1990s, Texas and many other states have explored deregulating their electricity markets. Deregulation means that consumers can choose their electricity supplier and that prices fluctuate with the ups and downs of wholesale costs for generation, transmission, and the distribution of electricity.   What did we learn from these efforts […]
January 21, 2022

EU Clean Energy Move Divides Member Countries

The European Union (EU) has proposed classifying some nuclear power and natural gas plants as green investments to help the continent meet its aggressive carbon reduction targets. Several member countries have applauded the move, while others are fiercely criticizing it.   “The Commission considers there is a role for natural gas […]
January 13, 2022

Alabama Power Continues Its Commitment to Solar Energy

In December, Alabama Power Company announced it had teamed with Mercedes Benz U.S. International to build a new solar energy facility in Lowndes County, AL. The 80 MW facility will be the fourth addition to the utility’s Renewable Generation Certificate program aimed at increasing renewable energy in the state.  The […]
January 6, 2022

Utilities Leading the Way On EV Growth

Energy Fairness has consistently supported electric vehicle (EV) growth while maintaining that power grid reliability must remain a priority. While EVs will account for 20 million cars sold annually by 2030, only 10,000 public fast-charging stations exist in the U.S. That number will need to increase ten-fold to account for […]
December 16, 2021

Golden State PUC Proposes Sensible Net Metering Reforms

On Monday, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) proposed common-sense reforms to the state’s policy on net metering.   This policy refers to situations where rooftop solar consumers are paid for excess electricity they produce and sell into the grid.  In Monday’s released proposal,  the CPUC couldn’t have been more […]
December 15, 2021

Energy Fairness Remembers Board Member Harry Alford, Founder of the National Black Chamber of Commerce

On December 6th, we learned of the unfortunate passing of Harry Alford, a member of our board of directors and President/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce. Harry was a massively influential leader in empowering African American businesses, earning a spot at the table at the White House and […]
December 10, 2021

Texas Still Not Ready for Winter

Last February, we covered the failure of the Texas energy grid during Winter Storm Uri, which plunged millions of Texans into darkness. The state’s grid was caught off-guard by inadequate access to frozen natural gas facilities, record peak demand, and, frankly, a grid that just wasn’t prepared. The result?  Not […]
December 3, 2021

Proposed natural gas tax would hurt Colorado ratepayers

ICYMI: Energy Fairness Executive Director Paul Griffin authored an article in The Sentinel Colorado on the proposed natural gas tax in the Build Back Better Act recently passed by the House of Representatives. The original piece can be viewed here. The House of the Representatives just passed on Nov. 19 a […]
November 23, 2021

Giving Thanks more than ever.

As Americans, most of us have a laundry list of things to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, particularly as we emerge from almost two years of a pandemic. Whether it’s a warm bed, food on the table, or the return of steady work to pay the bills, the modern standard […]
November 18, 2021

MIT Study Underscores Importance of Diablo Canyon

We’ve written many times about California’s Diablo Canyon, the state’s last nuclear facility, whose closure might have disastrous effects on the state’s fragile power grid. Now, an MIT study underscores Energy Fairness’ position that closing the plants is a mistake for both California’s clean energy goals and energy consumers. But […]
November 16, 2021

President Signs Infrastructure Bill – Includes Billions for Grid and EV buildout.

Yesterday, President Biden signed the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law. This $1.2 trillion generational investment in critical infrastructure includes $65 billion for building out the grid and a national EV charging station network and $50 billion for enhancing resiliency to cyber-attacks and catastrophic weather events. But, unfortunately, […]
May 29, 2012

New Report Describes ‘Economy Derailed’

Following its 2011 report that described a potential “train wreck” from mounting EPA regulations, the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) last month published a follow-up that gives new details on the consequences of regulatory action. The report, entitled Economy Derailed, describes a number of EPA regulations and provides state-by-state analysis […]
May 22, 2012

PACE: Climate Change Editorial Offbase

A recent opinion piece in the Montgomery Advertiser by columnist Josh Moon blasted Alabama lawmakers and at least one member of the state’s Public Service Commission for not supporting a state climate change plan. PACE disagreed, writing the following response which was published by the newspaper. While Josh Moon’s recent […]
August 11, 2011

Energy Policy Focus of Roby Town Hall

By: Jaine Treadwell | TroyMessenger.com | August 11, 2011 The Partnership for Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) and the Alabama Agribusiness Council will hold a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at Hawkins Hall on the campus of Troy University. The keynote speaker will be Rep. Martha Roby. […]
June 9, 2011

PACE in National Journal: EPA Not Considering Economy, Consumers

By: Lance Brown With new air pollution rules looming, the National Journal recently posed the question to its panel of energy experts: ‘Should EPA Delay Its Air-Pollution Rules?’ Below is PACE’s response to this important and timely question. In deciding whether to delay its air pollution rules, the EPA need […]
May 26, 2011

PACE Speaks Out at EPA Utility MACT Hearing

On March 16, 2011, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced draft rules seeking to impose strict regulations on coal-fired power plants. The rules, known as the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (or MACT) utility regulations, are some of the most expensive and controversial rules in EPA’s history and would impose higher […]
April 28, 2011

PACE in National Journal: Nation Needs Diversity Among Energy Sources

Foreword: In states across the Southeast, thousands of our neighbors have lost their loved ones, their homes, and their power. Our thoughts, like the thoughts of so many others across the nation, are with those hurting and grieving today. As the recovery process begins, PACE will continue to disseminate information […]