Jon Lamson
@jonlamson.bsky.social
Reporter covering ISO-NE, climate, and the energy industry in New England for RTO Insider/NetZero Insider. I wish was a headlight on a northbound train.
Thanks Josh, what a game!
September 30, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Thanks Josh, what a game!
Many are saying Train are the modern day Billy Joel
August 6, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Many are saying Train are the modern day Billy Joel
Ultimately, short- and long-term precipitation trends in Québec likely will have a significant effect on how much power New England will be able to import from the province. Story is linked below for @rtoinsider.bsky.social
July 3, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Ultimately, short- and long-term precipitation trends in Québec likely will have a significant effect on how much power New England will be able to import from the province. Story is linked below for @rtoinsider.bsky.social
The company has signed long-term contracts to send large amounts of power Mass. and New York, set to take effect over the next year. However, Quebec has faced drought conditions and declining water levels since 2023, contributing to a large reduction in the amount of power it sends to the US.
July 3, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The company has signed long-term contracts to send large amounts of power Mass. and New York, set to take effect over the next year. However, Quebec has faced drought conditions and declining water levels since 2023, contributing to a large reduction in the amount of power it sends to the US.
BRENDER AND EDDY!! thanks Josh you’re the best
June 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
BRENDER AND EDDY!! thanks Josh you’re the best
@jtkantor.bsky.social what’s your favorite scene from scenes from an Iranian restaurant?
June 4, 2025 at 1:15 AM
@jtkantor.bsky.social what’s your favorite scene from scenes from an Iranian restaurant?
Yea that’s a great part. Don’t forget the water bed
June 4, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Yea that’s a great part. Don’t forget the water bed
What about just the “cold beer hot lights part” it really speaks to me at a deep level
June 4, 2025 at 12:53 AM
What about just the “cold beer hot lights part” it really speaks to me at a deep level
Article linked here: www.rtoinsider.com/104125-massa...
Massachusetts Lawmakers Focusing on Energy Affordability in 2025
Massachusetts policymakers are facing hard questions about balancing decarbonization with energy affordability.
www.rtoinsider.com
May 5, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Article linked here: www.rtoinsider.com/104125-massa...
Finally, as the Trump administration targets state climate policies, the state may face hard questions about how to maintain its clean energy transition throughout an administration hostile to clean energy. Read the full story here:
May 5, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Finally, as the Trump administration targets state climate policies, the state may face hard questions about how to maintain its clean energy transition throughout an administration hostile to clean energy. Read the full story here:
Lawmakers also could consider altering the mechanisms for funding policy initiatives currently funded through volumetric charges in utility rates, and climate advocates hope the state will take additional steps to discourage long-term investments in the state's gas network.
May 5, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Lawmakers also could consider altering the mechanisms for funding policy initiatives currently funded through volumetric charges in utility rates, and climate advocates hope the state will take additional steps to discourage long-term investments in the state's gas network.
Under the umbrella of affordability, advocates and lawmakers are looking at banning or reforming direct-to-consumer competitive electricity supply practices, a key issue which was not addressed in the state's 2024 bill.
May 5, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Under the umbrella of affordability, advocates and lawmakers are looking at banning or reforming direct-to-consumer competitive electricity supply practices, a key issue which was not addressed in the state's 2024 bill.
However, there seems to be a significant push for energy affordability bill in the wake of high gas prices this past winter. The Healey administration is preparing to file an affordability bill soon, which may serve as a starting point for discussions.
May 5, 2025 at 7:24 PM
However, there seems to be a significant push for energy affordability bill in the wake of high gas prices this past winter. The Healey administration is preparing to file an affordability bill soon, which may serve as a starting point for discussions.
It gets a bit into the weeds, but hopefully is worth reading if you're interested in this type of thing. Check it out here @rtoinsider.bsky.social:
www.rtoinsider.com/94200-ces-rps/
www.rtoinsider.com/94200-ces-rps/
Mass. Clean Energy Trust Funds Grow amid Project Financing Challenges
Massachusetts agencies are facing a massive influx of alternative compliance payments from electricity suppliers.
www.rtoinsider.com
December 18, 2024 at 3:38 PM
It gets a bit into the weeds, but hopefully is worth reading if you're interested in this type of thing. Check it out here @rtoinsider.bsky.social:
www.rtoinsider.com/94200-ces-rps/
www.rtoinsider.com/94200-ces-rps/
I spoke with quite a few people about what the state is/should be doing with the ACP money, potential issues with the state's electricity standards, and what role the standards should play in the clean energy transition going forward.
December 18, 2024 at 3:38 PM
I spoke with quite a few people about what the state is/should be doing with the ACP money, potential issues with the state's electricity standards, and what role the standards should play in the clean energy transition going forward.
These payments go directly to the state and serve as a cap on the market to protect ratepayers when the prices of renewable energy certificates get too high.
December 18, 2024 at 3:38 PM
These payments go directly to the state and serve as a cap on the market to protect ratepayers when the prices of renewable energy certificates get too high.
While the standards are intended to provide an additional revenue stream to clean energy owners and developers, electricity suppliers can also meet the requirements with APCs.
December 18, 2024 at 3:38 PM
While the standards are intended to provide an additional revenue stream to clean energy owners and developers, electricity suppliers can also meet the requirements with APCs.