Utility-scale battery storage in the United States has expanded significantly in recent years, driven by the continued integration of renewable energy resources like wind and
Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) play a crucial role in the renewable energy market, serving as verifiable proof that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity was generated
There are two primary ways energy asset owners can manage their generator and energy storage resources — they can contract with a third-party provider through
NEW: NERC has extended the Q1-Q3 GADS reporting deadlines to 12/19/2024! Since 2024, NERC compliance reporting deadlines for GADS Q1–Q3 have been extended to December
The Midcontinent Independent System Operator’s (MISO)?annual transmission planning activities, known as the MISO Transmission Expansion Plans (MTEP), are designed to optimize the grid’s performance by
As President and COO of PCI, I had the privilege of representing our team at this year’s Energy Trading Week Americas. Participating in a panel
The proposed California Independent System Operator (CAISO) Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM) represents a significant shift in regional energy trading and transmission management. Designed to foster
The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) is driving a major RTO expansion with its expanded footprint into the Western Interconnection, opening up
In utility risk management, a wide array of operational, financial, market, regulatory, and compliance issues can potentially disrupt energy production and distribution. To ensure operational
Energy arbitrage plays a crucial role in energy markets, particularly in balancing supply and demand and supporting grid stability. For utilities, using battery storage to
The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) will launch the Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM) in May of 2026. This is a significant enhancement to its existing
Energy trading systems are specialized platforms and technologies that help utilities navigate the complexities of U.S. energy markets. Powered by comprehensive data sets and robust
Financial transmission rights (FTR) are financial instruments that enable electricity suppliers, utility companies, and energy traders to hedge against the risk of congestion costs between
A growing population, economic growth, and the impacts of climate change are increasingly stressing the electric grid in Texas. As the grid operator responsible for
In the dynamic and complex landscape of energy markets, particularly within the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), managing energy storage presents unique challenges and opportunities.
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