njspotlightnews.org/video/controve… New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a bill to cut plastic packaging, aiming to reduce waste, but businesses warn it could drive up costs and limit consumer choices.

utilitydive.com/news/ferc-pjm-… FERC approved PJM's proposal to expedite the processing of surplus interconnection requests, allowing unused capacity to be connected to the grid more quickly. This move aims to reduce delays and improve efficiency in the interconnection queue.

utilitydive.com/news/us-grid-h… The existing U.S. power grid can accommodate significant new loads, such as data centers and electric vehicles, provided these can be curtailed during peak demand periods. Implementing flexible load strategies could expedite the integration of new demands

roi-nj.com/2025/02/18/ind… TE Connectivity is acquiring Richards Manufacturing to strengthen its position in the energy market. The deal aims to support growth in the fast-expanding energy sector, focusing on utility scale renewables and grid reliability.

utilitydive.com/spons/practica… Utilities can scale AI successfully by: Prioritizing high-value use cases like predictive maintenance, testing with synthetic data before full deployment, and by using controlled experiments to refine and expand adoption.

eenews.net/articles/green… Green hydrogen is struggling as major projects face cancellations due to high costs, lack of infrastructure, and uncertain policy support. Developers are pausing investments amid economic and regulatory challenges, signaling a slowdown for the industry.

njspotlightnews.org/2025/02/camden… A recent fire at a Camden metal recycling facility, which led to evacuations, has brought to light the company's history of environmental violations, including previous fires and fines imposed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.

roi-nj.com/2025/03/04/ind… Stockton Inn has significantly improved its energy efficiency through Elizabethtown Gas’ Direct Install Program for businesses. The initiative, designed to help commercial properties reduce energy costs.

sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/… A breakthrough by researchers in Tokyo has developed palladium nanosheets that offer platinum-like efficiency in hydrogen production, at a fraction of the cost. This innovation is a significant step to make hydrogen energy more affordable and sustainable.

utilitydive.com/news/demand-fo… The renewable energy sector is experiencing a paradox: while demand for projects remains robust, an oversupply of early-stage developments is compressing profit margins for developers.

eenews.net/articles/repor… Geothermal energy could supply up to 64% of data centers' electricity needs by the early 2030s, offering a sustainable solution to AI-driven power demands. Microsoft and Google are already exploring geothermal to align with their clean energy goals.

utilitydive.com/news/chris-wri… Chris Wright challenges the Department of Energy’s stance on fossil fuels, arguing that oil and gas remain essential despite the push for renewables.

utilitydive.com/news/heat-pump… Implementing heat pump-specific electricity rates, particularly with winter discounts, can significantly encourage heat pump adoption in colder climates, as recommended by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE).

njspotlightnews.org/2025/03/nj-mus… New Jersey faces a challenge in meeting its ambitious clean energy targets. The state must scale up its efforts to ensure a future powered by renewable energy, but this requires overcoming hurdles in policy implementation and infrastructure development.

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njspotlightnews.org/2025/03/republ… Oil and gas companies operating in federal waters will not have to submit more detailed archeological reports when they file business plans with the U.S. government.

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