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Thirty-six states are holding gubernatorial elections this year, and Advanced Energy United is proud to be a resource for candidates across the country interested in learning more about how advanced energy technologies can play a bigger role in delivering both affordability and reliability in our energy system. Just this week, we convened roundtable discussions in Wisconsin and Colorado with candidates for Governor, bringing together several of our member company representatives to talk about energy issues, such as ways to expand the role of distributed energy resources (DERs) and virtual power plant (VPP) programs, reforms to integrated resource planning, and avenues for addressing ongoing siting and permitting barriers for large-scale projects. The opportunities for advanced energy are significant but realizing them will require industry and policymaker collaboration. With the right policies in place, we can deliver the improvements that consumers and businesses are looking for.
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From left to right: Amy Heart (Sunrun), Chris Kunkle (Apex Clean Energy), former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, Jena Ginsburg (Generac), Seth Frader-Thompson (EnergyHub), and United's Wisconsin Policy Principal Emma Heins. |
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Colorado Lawmakers Pass Grid Optimization Act to Unlock Faster, Lower-Cost Power
Colorado lawmakers have passed the Colorado Grid Optimization Act (HB 1081), which is designed to deliver more affordable, reliable energy by squeezing more capacity out of Colorado’s existing transmission system. United’s Emilie Olson stated that by using existing infrastructure with the help of proven, advanced transmission technologies (ATTs), Colorado can more cost-effectively tackle near-term reliability needs while preparing the existing system for extreme weather conditions, wildfire risk, and continued load growth. Read more.>
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The CERTAIN Act Endorsed by Advanced Energy United
This week, several lawmakers introduced the Creating Expeditious Reviews to Transform American Infrastructure Now (CERTAIN) Act, a bipartisan bill which aims to streamline federal energy permitting processes that are currently preventing many energy projects from being built efficiently and on time. United’s Dylan Reed commended the representatives' efforts in crafting a comprehensive proposal that emphasizes fairness and accountability in the broken federal permitting process. Read more.>
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The nation's largest grid operator, PJM Interconnection, is facing pressure from all 13 states it serves, as well as the White House, and is engaged in developing a series of unprecedented proposals potentially resulting in massive changes to markets and policy in a bid to stave off a looming crisis of affordability and reliability. On our blog, United's Jon Gordon outlines PJM's proposed reforms, emphasizing how the grid operator can meet the moment with the right combination of process changes that allow for the deployment of more advanced energy. Read more.>
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For state leaders, affordability is no longer just a goal, but the driving force behind energy policy. Moderated by United’s Trish Demeter, our upcoming webinar with Heatmap News will explore how advanced energy technologies, both grid-scale and distributed, are providing the affordability solutions that state legislators are searching for. The virtual event, featuring roundtable conversations with legislators and industry leaders, will explore how recent legislative successes came together by centering energy affordability. Register here.>
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With 30% rooftop solar penetration nationally, Australia is living, at scale, the DER transformation that many U.S. states can one day expect. Earlier this year, the CHARGED Initiative—a collaboration between United, GridLab, and RMI—brought U.S. utility regulators to see it firsthand. This webinar, moderated by a former U.S. commission chair, will explore the differences between the U.S. and Australian energy grids, and how the U.S. can learn from Australia’s successes and challenges with the high penetration of Consumer Energy Resources (CERs). Register here.>
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Utility Dive: Colorado Legislature Sends ‘Advanced Transmission Technology’ Bill to Governor
Utility Dive reports that Colorado lawmakers have passed House Bill 1081 on a bipartisan vote. The bill requires regulated utilities to consider using ATTs that could improve the efficiency of the existing grid. The bill now moves to the Governor’s desk for signature into law. United’s Emilie Olson spoke to the benefits of the bill in maximizing the use of existing infrastructure, lowering electricity costs, and increasing grid reliability. Read more.>
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Utility Dive: Distributed Batteries Get Legislative, Utility Lift in California
Utility Dive reports that California legislators have advanced Senate Bill 913, which would update state resource adequacy rules to allow aggregated DERs, like stationary residential batteries and electric vehicles, to qualify as resource adequacy capacity. United's Brandon García stated that the bill recognizes the substantial role DERs play in the state’s energy system and their potential to mitigate rising infrastructure costs. Read more.>
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Base Power is Adapting its Distributed Battery Storage Program for PJM
United member company Base Power is expanding into PJM via a retail electricity license in the Commonwealth Edison territory of Illinois. In most states, the grid charges suppliers based on peak usage of each individual customer—but in Illinois, if one Base customer’s battery is exporting to the grid during peak hours, that “negative demand” is used to offset peak usage from other Base customers. Read more.>
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The 14th Annual Michigan Energy Innovators Conference will bring together dozens of industry leaders, utility executives, policymakers, and regulators to learn more about the latest policy developments and innovations in advanced energy. Don’t miss Counterspark Managing Director Kim Jemaine on the panel, “Predictions for November and the Future of Energy Policy,” on the second day of the event. Register here.>
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The Exchange 2026 conference provides a forum for the Landis+Gyr community to connect and share insights to enable a flexible, resilient grid. On the second day of the event, United’s President and CEO Heather O’Neill will be speaking on the “Imagine the Power of Green” panel, exploring how innovation—backed by data, edge intelligence, and deep partnerships—is accelerating a smarter, more sustainable energy future. Register here.>
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The 2026 Community and Distributed Energy Summit is where the industry’s most forward-thinking leaders gather to accelerate the growth of equitable, consumer-driven solar markets. Attendees will hear directly from experts shaping the future of distributed and community solar + storage. Be sure to catch United’s Adam Winer on the “It’s time to talk about Distributed Assets. But how?” panel on the first day of the event. Register here.>
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