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LCG, May 18, 2026--The U.S. Secretary of Energy today issued an emergency order to address critical grid reliability issues in the Midwest anticipated this summer. The order is in effect beginning on May 19, 2026, through August 16, 2026. The emergency order directs the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), in coordination with Consumers Energy, to ensure that the J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant (Campbell Plant) in West Olive, Michigan shall take all steps necessary to remain available to operate and to minimize costs for the region.
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LCG, May 14, 2026--The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today that it is proposing a rule to revise wastewater limits, known as effluent limitations guidelines (ELG), for steam electric power plants that will help improve grid reliability and lower electricity prices while continuing to support clean and safe water resources. If finalized, the EPA's proposal is estimated to reduce electricity generation costs by as much as $1.1 billion annually, which could provide cost-savings to American consumers.
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Industry News
Slovakia Privatizes Energy (a Bit)
LCG, May 22, 2002-The government of Slovakia decided to allow the sale of 49 percent of each of three electricity distributors. Final approval for the sale came after three weeks of delay, which saw discussions between parties within the group responsible for approval.49 percent of Zapadoslovenska Energetika AS will be sold to Germany's E.On for €330 million ($304 million). RWE Plus will buy the same percent of Vychodoslovenska Energetika AS for €130 million ($120 million), and Electricite de France will buy 49 percent of Stredoslovenska Energetika for €158 million ($145 million). Having chosen from 10 bids, the Slovak government is selling its assets with the help of HSBC Holdings, CAIB Securities, and BNP Paribas, and expects payment within three months. The sale of Slovak electricity generator Slovenske Elekrarne AS will wait until after fall elections.
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UPLAN-NPM
The Locational Marginal Price Model (LMP) Network Power Model
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UPLAN-ACE
Day Ahead and Real Time Market Simulation
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UPLAN-G
The Gas Procurement and Competitive Analysis System
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PLATO
Database of Plants, Loads, Assets, Transmission...
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