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Big Bounce for NEPOOL
Buyers and brokers in NEPOOL made a big reversal this week. Read more
To RFP, or Not to RFP?
A formal RFP addresses the need for competition, transparency, and complex projects when multiple perspectives are needed to assess different approaches. Read more
Betting on Rate Cuts?
Two important measures of inflation hit the wires last week. Both the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI) indicator show inflation in a downtrend. Read more
Poll: Will Data Centers Bring a Coal Comeback?
In the evolving landscape of energy supply and demand, particularly driven by the rapid growth of AI and data centers, the question of coal's future has sparked considerable debate. Read more
NEPOOL Says No Thanks
Two newsworthy observations this week. Buyers and brokers in PJM reversed course and dropped from a 20% interest in market-based risk, to only 4%. Read more
Economic Update
The ISM Manufacturing PMI rose by 0.9 points from the previous month to 49.3 in December of 2024, topping market expectations of 48.4. Read more
EVs Improving in Cold
One of the lingering doubts about EVs is their performance in cold weather. Read more
Forwards in Focus
If you are looking for an opportunity, this analysis of forward curves could help. Read more
PJM Leads the Pack
Buyers and brokers in PJM gave themselves the gift of more market-based risk last week. Read more
Accelerating the Transition to Net-Zero
Is net zero by 2050 achievable? The World Economic Forum Net Zero Industry Tracker 2024 offers a snapshot of where we stand... Read more