Entergy fails to make quarterly payment to state of Vermont
The department said Entergy will likely argue that it does not need to fulfill its obligation to pay into the state fund.
Margolis: Misunderstanding over merger payback threatens to blow up into major political storm
One of the state’s shrewder political strategists speculated that the administration “has lost the communications battle” by not knowing how to explain itself to either the public or the lawmakers.
Senate presses commissioner for details about merger windfall agreement
Miller cautioned the legislature against interfering in the merger.
Shumlin administration, Gaz Metro seal merger deal
DPS says it “won major concessions” from the utilities that would yield more customer savings, fund efficiency and weatherization and increase public interest governance of VELCO.
Department of Public Service wins concessions from Gaz Metro for ratepayers on weatherization, efficiency and governance of VELCO
Green Mountain Power would control four seats on the VELCO board; invest $18 million in weatherization and enhance ratepayer efficiency savings.
Opt-out or not, debate over wireless smart meters hums along
Utilities say customers who opt out will raise costs on a per-read basis, and they should be responsible for covering the bill. CVPS spokesman Steve Costello said people can opt out, but they’ll have to pay.
Low-income residents benefit from energy efficiency programs
With a projected overall energy savings of 40% or more, CEDF Director Andrew Perchlik, said the $2 million dollar investment will benefit the state for years to come.
Administration produces renewable portfolio standard proposal
The DPS proposes the state have a goal of 75 percent renewable energy by 2032, including 35 percent “new renewable” and 10 percent small-scale generation.
Fate of $21 million utility payback to ratepayers is up in the air
Miller said: “The department’s position is that value from the windfall should be returned to CVPS ratepayers.” Gaz Metro’s savings would accrue faster than ratepayers’ benefits, according to an economist.
Miller: State officials will kick the tires on Green Mountain Power, CVPS merger deal
Ensuring the management of VELCO takes the public interest into account is crucial, Miller said in testimony.
