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A new analysis of consumer data shows past due balances to utility companies jumped 9.7% annually to $789 between April-June periods of 2024 and 2025. This overlaps with a 12% jump in monthly energy bills during the same period. apnews.com/article/trum...
New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills
A new analysis of consumer data shows that more people in the United States are falling behind on their utility bills.
apnews.com
November 19, 2025 at 7:03 PM
A new analysis of consumer data shows past due balances to utility companies jumped 9.7% annually to $789 between April-June periods of 2024 and 2025. This overlaps with a 12% jump in monthly energy bills during the same period. apnews.com/article/trum...
You're never going to believe it, but DTE Energy is being tied to something shady from back in 2020 that is just now coming to "light." (See what we did?) Read more about DTE's alleged campaign finance scandal here: michiganadvance.com/2025/11/11/c...
Complaint argues DTE-tied group aimed to funnel $100k into Unlock Michigan campaign • Michigan Advance
A Michigan nonprofit with ties to one of the state’s largest energy companies is accused of participating in a dark money scheme to funnel money into an effort to overturn the governor’s COVID-19 emer...
michiganadvance.com
November 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
You're never going to believe it, but DTE Energy is being tied to something shady from back in 2020 that is just now coming to "light." (See what we did?) Read more about DTE's alleged campaign finance scandal here: michiganadvance.com/2025/11/11/c...
A private equity company that *checks notes* failed to operate and maintain a water treatment facility and upon inspection there was found to be a build-up of sludge and bloodworms (🤢 ) now wants to purchase the New Mexico Gas Company. What could go wrong? energyandpolicy.org/new-mexico-g...
November 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
A private equity company that *checks notes* failed to operate and maintain a water treatment facility and upon inspection there was found to be a build-up of sludge and bloodworms (🤢 ) now wants to purchase the New Mexico Gas Company. What could go wrong? energyandpolicy.org/new-mexico-g...
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A New Mexico gas utility is the latest to face a private equity takeover bid, this time by a firm whose failure to properly maintain an earlier water utility acquisition led to sludge build-up and bloodworms on the system energyandpolicy.org/new-mexico-g...
New Mexico Gas Company latest utility facing private equity takeover
A private equity firm checkered with compliance problems and cost overruns is attempting to buy the New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC), raising concerns from regulators, environmental advocates and custome...
energyandpolicy.org
November 14, 2025 at 2:10 PM
A New Mexico gas utility is the latest to face a private equity takeover bid, this time by a firm whose failure to properly maintain an earlier water utility acquisition led to sludge build-up and bloodworms on the system energyandpolicy.org/new-mexico-g...
Ameren, the monopoly utility serving the people of Missouri, made $640 million in profits last quarter. Yet records released by the MO Public Utility Commission shows Ameren disconnected over 17,000 households in October for missed payments. 1.5% of their customers. www.ksdk.com/article/news...
Ameren cut off over 17,000 Missourians from electricity in October
The monopoly utility made $640 million in profits last quarter as future energy assistance for Missouri's families is threatened.
www.ksdk.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Ameren, the monopoly utility serving the people of Missouri, made $640 million in profits last quarter. Yet records released by the MO Public Utility Commission shows Ameren disconnected over 17,000 households in October for missed payments. 1.5% of their customers. www.ksdk.com/article/news...
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A new brief from the Center for Progressive Reform looks at alternatives to investor-owned utilities -- including electric cooperatives, publicly owned utilities, and community choice aggregators -- for achieving an equitable, clean energy transition.
Advancing a Clean, Equitable Energy Transition through Alternatives to Investor-Owned Utilities - Center for Progressive Reform
The energy sector needs creative solutions for addressing the worsening and unevenly distributed impacts of climate change. There is growing scientific consensus that we have already surpassed 1.5 deg...
progressivereform.org
November 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
A new brief from the Center for Progressive Reform looks at alternatives to investor-owned utilities -- including electric cooperatives, publicly owned utilities, and community choice aggregators -- for achieving an equitable, clean energy transition.
A new complaint filed alleges Michigan Energy First, a dark money group tied to DTE Energy (👀), violated the Michigan Campaign Finance Act when it funneled $100,000 in an effort to roll back pandemic emergency rules in 2020. michiganadvance.com/2025/11/11/c...
Complaint argues DTE-tied group aimed to funnel $100k into Unlock Michigan campaign • Michigan Advance
A Michigan nonprofit with ties to one of the state’s largest energy companies is accused of participating in a dark money scheme to funnel money into an effort to overturn the governor’s COVID-19 emer...
michiganadvance.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:11 PM
A new complaint filed alleges Michigan Energy First, a dark money group tied to DTE Energy (👀), violated the Michigan Campaign Finance Act when it funneled $100,000 in an effort to roll back pandemic emergency rules in 2020. michiganadvance.com/2025/11/11/c...
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“We’ve heard from a number of utilities who are willing to be patient and help support their households getting on those payment plans and avoid disconnecting them for lack of payment right now. But that hasn’t been universal." The cruelty! kstp.com/money-matter...
Federal shutdown halts Minnesota energy assistance funds; utility companies offer aid
Around 125,000 households and roughly 300,000 Minnesotans rely on the program annually. 25,000 households depend on propane or other delivered fuels, which are not protected under Minnesota’s Cold Wea...
kstp.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:24 PM
“We’ve heard from a number of utilities who are willing to be patient and help support their households getting on those payment plans and avoid disconnecting them for lack of payment right now. But that hasn’t been universal." The cruelty! kstp.com/money-matter...
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Southern Company: The Administration is so great. The new nuclear deal is amazing. So promising!
Investor: Does the federal government's new $80 billion agreement make you more likely to build new nuclear?
Southern Company: No.
Investor: Does the federal government's new $80 billion agreement make you more likely to build new nuclear?
Southern Company: No.
November 4, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Southern Company: The Administration is so great. The new nuclear deal is amazing. So promising!
Investor: Does the federal government's new $80 billion agreement make you more likely to build new nuclear?
Southern Company: No.
Investor: Does the federal government's new $80 billion agreement make you more likely to build new nuclear?
Southern Company: No.
FirstEnergy reported earnings of nearly $1B last year, but expects its customers to foot the bill for its $108M accounting screw up. energyandpolicy.org/firstenergy-...
FirstEnergy wants to make Ohio customers pay $108 million for its corporate accounting foul-up
FirstEnergy wants to add $108 million to the rates paid by customers of its Ohio utilities so the company can avoid taking a loss for a corporate accounting foul-up flagged repeatedly in audits by sta...
energyandpolicy.org
November 7, 2025 at 9:25 PM
FirstEnergy reported earnings of nearly $1B last year, but expects its customers to foot the bill for its $108M accounting screw up. energyandpolicy.org/firstenergy-...
Voters had receipts.
“This was a referendum on Georgia Power and high electric bills,” said Daniel Tait, research and communications director at the nonprofit utility watchdog group @energyandpolicy.org
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High electric bills proved a motivating issue for voters in Georgia, New Jersey
From Georgia to New Jersey, rising electricity bills were on millions of voters’ minds as they cast ballots on Tuesday.
san.com
November 6, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Voters had receipts.
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There's a campaign underway in Michigan to rein in runaway political spending by monopoly utilities and certain other corporations. Half the funds raised so far to oppose the measure trace back to Consumers Energy. energyandpolicy.org/consumers-en...
Consumers Energy bankrolling opposition to Michigan political spending limits
Half of the funds raised so far to combat restrictions on utility political spending trace back to Consumers Energy.
energyandpolicy.org
November 4, 2025 at 5:17 PM
There's a campaign underway in Michigan to rein in runaway political spending by monopoly utilities and certain other corporations. Half the funds raised so far to oppose the measure trace back to Consumers Energy. energyandpolicy.org/consumers-en...
A new Michigan ballot initiative aims to keep monopoly utility money out of politics. You'll be shocked to hear who coughed up half the cash raised so far to fight... Find out here: energyandpolicy.org/consumers-en...
Consumers Energy bankrolling opposition to Michigan political spending limits
Half of the funds raised so far to combat restrictions on utility political spending trace back to Consumers Energy.
energyandpolicy.org
November 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
A new Michigan ballot initiative aims to keep monopoly utility money out of politics. You'll be shocked to hear who coughed up half the cash raised so far to fight... Find out here: energyandpolicy.org/consumers-en...
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"Bills are going to go up — dramatically," said Kerwin Olson of Indiana's Citizens Action Coalition. Ratepayers "can't afford to pay what they're paying today. And disappointingly, the commission somehow justified that this proposal satisfies the affordability pillar of state policy."
Duke gets approval for two new gas units but does not have to shutter aging coal plants
After months of controversy, Duke received approval for two new natural gas units — and clean energy incentives to build them.
www.indystar.com
October 30, 2025 at 5:13 PM
"Bills are going to go up — dramatically," said Kerwin Olson of Indiana's Citizens Action Coalition. Ratepayers "can't afford to pay what they're paying today. And disappointingly, the commission somehow justified that this proposal satisfies the affordability pillar of state policy."
Oh look, data center developers want more data centers. Who would have guessed?
The Missourians for Data and Technology Advancement coalition, which launched Monday, said they aim to promote "smart, sustainable, and transparent data center development." www.ksdk.com/article/news...
The Missourians for Data and Technology Advancement coalition, which launched Monday, said they aim to promote "smart, sustainable, and transparent data center development." www.ksdk.com/article/news...
Data center developers launch new Missouri coalition, but don't share the power-hungry developments' risks
MODATA says it wants to lead Missouri's data center expansion responsibly. Critics say they're missing critical details.
www.ksdk.com
October 30, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Oh look, data center developers want more data centers. Who would have guessed?
The Missourians for Data and Technology Advancement coalition, which launched Monday, said they aim to promote "smart, sustainable, and transparent data center development." www.ksdk.com/article/news...
The Missourians for Data and Technology Advancement coalition, which launched Monday, said they aim to promote "smart, sustainable, and transparent data center development." www.ksdk.com/article/news...
When industry proposes "alternative ratemaking" as a means to reduce regulatory lag...we can't always believe them. Often this is used as a guise to introduce rate plans that reduce oversight around large-scale buildout that customers end up paying for. thenevadaindependent.com/article/sout...
Southwest Gas wants to ‘modernize’ how it sets rates. Critics fear risks to customers - The Nevada Independent
Southwest Gas wants to ‘modernize’ how it sets rates. Critics fear risks to customers. Read more from The Nevada Independent.
thenevadaindependent.com
October 29, 2025 at 3:52 PM
When industry proposes "alternative ratemaking" as a means to reduce regulatory lag...we can't always believe them. Often this is used as a guise to introduce rate plans that reduce oversight around large-scale buildout that customers end up paying for. thenevadaindependent.com/article/sout...
Doesn't look like clean energy is raising the rates for folks in El Paso - looks like an expensive gas plant and shareholder profits instead! El Paso Electric is in the final stages of securing a rate increase that could raise bills ~$22/month. elpasomatters.org/2025/10/26/e...
As El Paso Electric rate increase looms, some say utility is seeking to make too much profit
If the rate increase is approved as is, El Paso Electric has said the average residential customers’ monthly bill will increase to $118 on average compared with $96 currently.
elpasomatters.org
October 27, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Doesn't look like clean energy is raising the rates for folks in El Paso - looks like an expensive gas plant and shareholder profits instead! El Paso Electric is in the final stages of securing a rate increase that could raise bills ~$22/month. elpasomatters.org/2025/10/26/e...
"Data Center Developers 🤝 Utilities
A new coalition launched in MO on Monday made up of what appears to be developers, utilities, and industry allies (🚩) stated they hope to promote data center transparency. Smells like manufactured support. www.ksdk.com/article/news...
A new coalition launched in MO on Monday made up of what appears to be developers, utilities, and industry allies (🚩) stated they hope to promote data center transparency. Smells like manufactured support. www.ksdk.com/article/news...
https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/missouri-data-center-coalition-modata-risks-armory/63-3136ebec-c919-41d1-b071-15c0fcb145dc"
October 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
"Data Center Developers 🤝 Utilities
A new coalition launched in MO on Monday made up of what appears to be developers, utilities, and industry allies (🚩) stated they hope to promote data center transparency. Smells like manufactured support. www.ksdk.com/article/news...
A new coalition launched in MO on Monday made up of what appears to be developers, utilities, and industry allies (🚩) stated they hope to promote data center transparency. Smells like manufactured support. www.ksdk.com/article/news...
"Legislation being considered in MA would spare customers of Liberty Utilities, which is currently seeking a significant rate hike, hundreds of thousands of dollars, an analysis by the Energy and Policy Institute has found.
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Mass. bill to curb utilities’ political spending would save Liberty customers hundreds of thousands of dollars
Liberty Utilities
https://energyandpolicy.org/liberty-utilities-political-costs/"
October 16, 2025 at 3:44 PM
"Legislation being considered in MA would spare customers of Liberty Utilities, which is currently seeking a significant rate hike, hundreds of thousands of dollars, an analysis by the Energy and Policy Institute has found.
energyandpolicy.org/liberty-util...
energyandpolicy.org/liberty-util...
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SIGNED! 🥳🥳🥳💪💪💪
A massive victory for holding monopoly utilities accountable to their customers, and for lowering Californian utility bills.
Thank you to @governor.ca.gov, @asmmarcberman.bsky.social, @senmcnerney.bsky.social, @earthjustice.org, The Utility Reform Network for all your leadership!
A massive victory for holding monopoly utilities accountable to their customers, and for lowering Californian utility bills.
Thank you to @governor.ca.gov, @asmmarcberman.bsky.social, @senmcnerney.bsky.social, @earthjustice.org, The Utility Reform Network for all your leadership!
A bill is sitting on @GavinNewsom’s desk that would lower Californians’ utility bills – all he has to do is sign it. But rumors are swirling that he plans to do the opposite - a move that could prove disastrous for California and for Newsom. A 🧵:
October 12, 2025 at 12:51 AM
SIGNED! 🥳🥳🥳💪💪💪
A massive victory for holding monopoly utilities accountable to their customers, and for lowering Californian utility bills.
Thank you to @governor.ca.gov, @asmmarcberman.bsky.social, @senmcnerney.bsky.social, @earthjustice.org, The Utility Reform Network for all your leadership!
A massive victory for holding monopoly utilities accountable to their customers, and for lowering Californian utility bills.
Thank you to @governor.ca.gov, @asmmarcberman.bsky.social, @senmcnerney.bsky.social, @earthjustice.org, The Utility Reform Network for all your leadership!
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The trade group for electric utilities opposes the EPA proposal to scrap the greenhouse gas endangerment finding, arguing it would make companies even more vulnerable to lawsuits like the one Carrboro, NC, filed against Duke Energy over its climate deceptions. www.regulations.gov/comment/EPA-...
September 30, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The trade group for electric utilities opposes the EPA proposal to scrap the greenhouse gas endangerment finding, arguing it would make companies even more vulnerable to lawsuits like the one Carrboro, NC, filed against Duke Energy over its climate deceptions. www.regulations.gov/comment/EPA-...
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The same BlackRock subsidiary that’s trying to buy Minnesota Power over the objections of consumer advocates is also trying to buy AES, which has electric utilities in Indiana and Ohio www.reuters.com/markets/deal...
BlackRock's GIP nears $38 billion takeover of utility group AES, FT reports
BlackRock-owned Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) is nearing a $38 billion deal, inclusive of debt, to acquire utility group AES , the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing people briefed on the matter.
www.reuters.com
October 1, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The same BlackRock subsidiary that’s trying to buy Minnesota Power over the objections of consumer advocates is also trying to buy AES, which has electric utilities in Indiana and Ohio www.reuters.com/markets/deal...
"These folks are just so vulnerable," EPI's Jonathan Kim told @ksdknews.bsky.social, following the St. Louis Board of Aldermen passing a resolution asking Ameren to suspend electricity disconnections for survivors of the devastating tornado that hit in May. www.ksdk.com/article/mone...
Ameren cuts off over 14,000 Missourians from electricity as St. Louis asks for another disconnection pause
Missourians owe Ameren $229.62 on average per customer, totaling over $45 million, state records show. It's the highest owed amount since record-keeping began.
www.ksdk.com
September 30, 2025 at 12:48 PM
"These folks are just so vulnerable," EPI's Jonathan Kim told @ksdknews.bsky.social, following the St. Louis Board of Aldermen passing a resolution asking Ameren to suspend electricity disconnections for survivors of the devastating tornado that hit in May. www.ksdk.com/article/mone...
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“The source of Duke’s liability is their deception. It’s not emissions,” said Matthew Quinn, attorney for the plaintiffs.
Duke Energy contests climate change case
Attorneys argued over whether property damage from global climate change could be linked to Duke Energy’s emissions, statements and publications.
courthousenews.com
September 29, 2025 at 9:45 PM
“The source of Duke’s liability is their deception. It’s not emissions,” said Matthew Quinn, attorney for the plaintiffs.
Last month utilities, fossil fuel companies, and other aligned groups filed comments supporting a pair of Trump administration proposals to repeal the EPA limits on harmful emissions of air pollution and GHGs from power plants. energyandpolicy.org/utilities-ma...
Utilities and fossil fuel industry support proposed Trump administration air pollution rollbacks
Utilities and fossil fuel companies supported proposals to repeal air pollution and greenhouse gas regulations for power plants.
energyandpolicy.org
September 29, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Last month utilities, fossil fuel companies, and other aligned groups filed comments supporting a pair of Trump administration proposals to repeal the EPA limits on harmful emissions of air pollution and GHGs from power plants. energyandpolicy.org/utilities-ma...