In the news today…
Energy:
- E&E Energywire reports executives of U.S. regional power grids are warning they face new and unprecedented challenges as energy demand grows and the industry takes on the enormous shift to carbon-free electricity.
- Argus reports coal-fired generation in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) dropped in March to its lowest average level since April 2023, as renewable generation increased and overall power demand fell.
Coal:
- Mining.com reports the catastrophic shipping accident that’s choked off Baltimore harbor is leaving few options for some US coal exporters, with Consol Energy Inc. facing the biggest threat to its operations.
- Argus reports legislation that could slow some fossil fuel power plant retirements in Kentucky has passed the state legislature and is awaiting a decision by governor Andy Beshear (D).
- E&E Energywire reports the Tennessee Valley Authority said Tuesday it is shutting down a large coal plant in the state and replacing much of the power with natural gas, angering environmentalists who said the facility should use low-carbon electricity.