UWIG Announces Scholarship, Meeting Attendance Assistance Program

The Utility Wind Integration Group (UWIG) announced today that it will establish a scholarship program for students working toward careers in the electric power and wind industries, as well as provide financial assistance to students interested in attending UWIG events. The UWIG Board of Directors voted August 20 to implement a policy that UWIG will... 

Power Prices to Tumble for NSTAR Electric’s Largest Customers

Fourth quarter electricity costs will soon be falling by more than 21 percent for some of the state’s largest businesses after NSTAR secured contracts that are significantly lower than current rates. Under Massachusetts law, NSTAR buys electricity through a competitive bidding process on behalf of customers who receive their supply through the company’s... 

ACES Power Marketing Supports Renewable Resource Provider

ACES Power Marketing (APM) – a nationally recognized wholesale energy risk management and transaction execution service company – has executed an agreement with independently-owned Pennsylvania Renewable Resources Associates (PRRA) to provide a suite of services to PRRA’s hydroelectric generating facility in the PJM market. PRRA is... 

Solar Energy Now More Cost Effective With Net Metering Approved in South Carolina

Solar energy has just become more cost effective in South Carolina as a result of a recent Public Service Commission order. Starting July 1, solar customers are now able to use net metering to offset their energy costs like customers in nearly all 50 states. “This is significant for South Carolina. With rising energy costs, net metering can further...