The American Petroleum Institute (API) recently released the following statement from Senior Vice President of Policy, Economics, and Regulatory Affairs Frank Macchiarola in response to the Department of Interior’s (DOI) proposed 5-Year Program for federal offshore leasing on the Outer Continental Shelf: “Today’s announcement from the Department of the Interior confirms they are significantly behind…
As the 2021-2022 school year comes to an end for students across the greater Houston area, six student-athletes received the ultimate surprise from Reliant and the Houston Texans: $10,000 college scholarships. The annual Scholarships for Champions program is designed to encourage students to follow their dreams and further their education while never losing sight of…
CenterPoint Energy urges customers to call 811 before beginning projects that require digging to prevent damage to essential underground utilities and keep communities safe. With warmer weather, outdoor projects begin such as gardening, building a fence, installing a mailbox, or installing a pool. Before beginning the work, customers should request that the approximate location of…
By Dana C Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer San Antonio maintained its rank as first in Texas and fifth in the nation for total solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity in the eighth edition of the Environment Texas Research & Policy Center’s report Shining Cities: The Top U.S. Cities for Solar Energy. The city is home to…
The American Petroleum Institute (API) and the National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) recently released a new analysis outlining the potential economic consequences of delaying the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) 5-year program for leasing in the Gulf of Mexico. The next 5-year offshore leasing program must be in place by July 1, 2022, but is…
CenterPoint Energy announced recently that its Texas electric transmission and distribution business, CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, filed an application for a Distribution Cost Recovery Factor (DCRF) adjustment with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and the cities in its service area. DCRF is an interim rate adjustment that, if approved, permits an electric utility…
The Large Public Power Council (LPPC) is pleased to announce Jackie Sargent, General Manager of Austin Energy, and Tom Falcone, CEO of the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), have been elected as the organization’s Chair and Vice-Chair, respectfully. Sargent and Falcone will join LPPC President John Di Stasio in advocating for policies that support America’s…
Ahead of the State of the Union Address, American Petroleum Institute (API) President and CEO Mike Sommers sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm and other administration officials outlining steps key regulatory agencies should take to ensure long-term American energy leadership and security at a time of increased geopolitical volatility. “Recent…
Ahead of the State of the Union Address, API President and CEO Mike Sommers highlighted the importance of American energy leadership as both geopolitical volatility and energy costs rise. API also released new polling by Morning Consult that found 90 percent of American voters support the U.S. developing its own domestic energy resources rather than…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider The American Petroleum Institute (API) recently submitted comments on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)’s proposed methane regulations, emphasizing support for the direct regulation of methane for new and existing sources and highlighting the industry’s progress in reducing methane emissions intensity from operations. “Reducing methane emissions is a priority for our…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider American Petroleum Institute (API) President and CEO Mike Sommers recently delivered remarks alongside other energy leaders during the 18th Annual State of the Energy Industry Forum, hosted by the U.S. Energy Association. Sommers urged policymakers to advance U.S. energy leadership and address today’s economic and climate challenges by supporting safe…
A disparity study determines whether a government entity, either in the past or currently, engages in exclusionary practices in the solicitation and award of contracts to minority, women‐owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MWDBEs). This study can help determine if there is disparity between the availability of firms and the utilization of those firms in its…
By NRG Editorial Voices Late last year NRG partnered with the Department of Defense (DOD) to help military personnel transition into civilian life with the Patrol to Power program, a twelve-week DOD paid work opportunity. “There’s no better way for us to honor and thank those people that served our country than by offering real-world…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider In conjunction with the CenterPoint Energy Board of Directors’ continued focus on a comprehensive succession planning process to support the company’s long-term growth, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) recently announced leadership promotions and appointments that will further strengthen its existing management capabilities. “I am proud that CenterPoint Energy continues to…
By Dana C. Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer The CPS Energy Board of Trustees voted recently to appoint Rudy D. Garza as Interim President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective November 8, 2021. Garza will serve in this role while the search for the permanent President & CEO takes place. The Board of Trustees announced…
By Dana C. Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer Recently, the San Antonio City Council approved a new $30 million utility assistance program, funded using the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The program will assist low-income residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis with utility payments. The new program will allocate $20 million to assist CPS…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) honored its top energy customers for their leadership in energy efficiency, sustainability, and community support during the second annual Excellence in Energy Awards on November 17, 2021. The Excellence in Energy Awards recognizes NRG customers who demonstrate a strong commitment to the planning and achievement of…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) announced its participation in the Climate Group’s EV100 initiative, committing to electrify 100 percent of its light-duty fleet by 2030. This commitment expands the number of vehicles to be electrified beyond the goal first announced in June in the company’s 11th annual Sustainability Report1. NRG estimates…
COVID-19 has wrought unprecedented challenges that have and continue to affect us in profoundly different ways…
By Dana C Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributor Recently, CPS Energy President & CEO, Paula Gold-Williams, has informed the Board of Trustees of her plans to leave the company in early 2022. Gold-Williams will work cooperatively with the Board of Trustees through this transition. “The Board of Trustees thanks Ms. Gold-Williams for her dedicated tenure as…
