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Power Surge: PJM Interconnection Queue Sees Record Project Applications - Cozzy Energy Solutions

PJM Interconnection has qualified 715 new generation projects for study in its initial cycle under a revised interconnection process. These projects have the potential to generate more than 200 gigawatts of electricity. The review is expected to take one to two years, dependent on individual project impacts. Jason Connell, Vice President – Planning at PJM,

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PSEG Powers Up Data Center Opportunities - Cozzy Energy Solutions

PSEG Explores Power Supply Opportunities for Data Centers Public Service Enterprise Group is evaluating options to supply electricity to data centers within the PJM Interconnection, company officials announced on August 4, 2026. The initiative leverages PJM’s backstop reliability program, a two-tiered approach designed to manage substantial electricity demand. This includes a capacity auction scheduled to

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New England’s Solar Landscape: A Breakdown of Capacity Categories - Cozzy Energy Solutions

New England’s expanding collection of solar photovoltaic facilities requires precise measurement for reliable grid operation and future power system planning. As of late 2025, the region held an estimated 9,600 megawatts (MW) of solar nameplate capacity, ranging from large-scale farms to residential arrays. These resources are categorized based on their interaction with ISO New England’s

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FERC Orders Grid Overhaul for Data Centers - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Federal Agency Orders Grid Operators to Expedite Data Center Connections The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) voted unanimously on June 18, 2026, directing six of the nation’s largest grid operators to detail within 30 days their plans for integrating a growing number of artificial intelligence data centers into the power infrastructure. Should regulators find the

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Power Surge: PJM Approves Hundreds of New Energy Projects - Cozzy Energy Solutions

PJM Interconnection Approves Over 700 Generation Projects in Initial Review Cycle The PJM Interconnection announced approval for 715 new generation projects within the first cycle of its updated interconnection process, representing a potential output exceeding 200 GW of electricity. This initial group is being assessed under the revised system designed to reduce speculative proposals and

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Powering Forward: Challenges and Solutions at BGE - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Baltimore Gas and Electric Company Faces Challenges Amid Rising Energy Costs August 4, 2026 – Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Maryland’s largest utility company, is navigating significant challenges within the energy sector under the leadership of President and CEO Tamla Olivier. BGE serves over 1.3 million electric customers and more than 700,000 natural gas customers

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PJM Grid Backlog: Renewables Lead the Charge - Cozzy Energy Solutions

PJM Grid Connection Backlog Begins to Ease as Renewables Gain Ground The substantial backlog of power projects seeking connection to the PJM grid is showing signs of easing, with applications from energy storage facilities currently leading in number. Natural gas projects follow, trailed by solar and wind proposals; coal projects represent a smaller category labeled

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Powering Up: PJM’s Surge of New Energy Projects - Cozzy Energy Solutions

PJM Interconnection has accepted 715 new projects with a combined potential generating capacity of over 201.4 gigawatts into its initial Cycle for a one- to two-year review process. This marks the first group of proposed generation resources processed under a revised interconnection procedure designed to improve predictability and accelerate timelines while reducing speculative project submissions.

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Power Surge: PJM Approves Massive Wave of Energy Projects - Cozzy Energy Solutions

PJM Interconnection has approved 715 new generation projects for evaluation under its revised interconnection process. These projects represent a potential capacity of more than 200 GW of electricity and are the first cohort to undergo assessment within this updated framework, which aims to prioritize viable ventures and expedite timelines. The application submission period concluded April

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Washington enacted sweeping federal mandates to modernize the nationwide power grid and bypass state-level delays. This overhaul aims to fuel industrial growth and security despite legal pushback. #GridModernization

Washington enacted sweeping federal mandates to modernize the nationwide power grid and bypass state-level delays. This overhaul aims to fuel industrial growth and security despite legal pushback. #GridModernization

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Energy Storage & Mining Developments: A Global Roundup - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Aecon Group Secures Major Energy Storage Project in Ontario Aecon Group has finalized an agreement with the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) of Ontario for a 150 MW / 1,200 MWh Simcoe energy storage project located in Norfolk County, Ontario. The project, designed to provide capacity and energy shifting capabilities to the Ontario power grid,