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The CBC has released the video of Pulse Energy CEO David Helliwell kicking off the Canada 150 series, leading up to the country’s 150th anniversary in 2017. Singing may be involved.
Source: Youtube
Utilities
Xcel Energy has exceeded the energy savings goals set for it by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) by 22 percent, according to the utility’s annual DSM report. The savings were achieved as part of the utility’s 2012 energy-efficiency programs, resulting in a record 401 million kilowatt-hours saved by customers.
Source: FierceEnergy
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has recently earned two national recognitions that demonstrate the utility’s momentum in developing a smart grid for the benefit of the region. SDG&E was named one of the nation’s top smart grid utilities by Greentech Media, and recognized for customer engagement success by the Smart Grid Consumer Collaborative.
Source: The Business Journals
FirstEnergy announced a raft of leadership changes across its operations, following the retirement of Don Lynch, president of Jersey Central Power & Light. Lynch will be succeeded by James V. Fakult, formerly president of Maryland Operations.
Source: FirstEnergy
Institutions, Cities & States
The Ohio Senate Public Utilities Committee is taking input on the state’s energy efficiency rules, with a view to possibly revising the 2008 goal of 22% reduction by 2025. Local advocates will discuss whether the goal is still optimal given economic changes over the past five years.
Source: The Columbus Dispatch
North America
The Energy Information Administration is predicting residential electricity sales over June-August to be 5% below the same period last year, largely due to milder weather. Sales to the commercial and industrial sectors should largely hold steady.
Source: ECT.coop
President Obama’s budget request last week announced a “review of options for addressing the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)’s financial situation, including the possible divestiture of TVA, in part or as whole.” TVA’s $24bn debt is only paid for by ratepayers but is factored into the federal deficit.
Source: WRCBTV
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