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January 31, 2026

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RI Agency Approves PPL Acquisition of Narragansett Electric
The Rhode Island Division of Public Utilities and Carriers approved PPL's acquisition of Narragansett Electric from National Grid.
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National Grid Wins Approval for $15.6M Geothermal Demo
Regulators said National Grid’s geothermal demo project could help the state understand the role of gas distribution companies in achieving its climate goals.
The U.S. Center
Edison Electric Institute and Biden Admin Work Together at COP26
U.S. National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy, several U.S. utility executives and the Edison Electric Institute discussed President Biden's goals at COP26.
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Greening Gas System is an ‘Enormous Task,’ Researcher Says
Upgrading the gas pipeline network could prepare existing infrastructure to carry zero-carbon fuels, but it's an “enormous task,” researcher Erin Blanton said.
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FERC Pauses Transmission Upgrade Charges for NE Solar Dev
FERC ordered New England Power and Narragansett Electric to temporarily cease assessing direct assignment facility charges to a solar developer.
PPL
FERC Approves PPL Acquisition of Narragansett
FERC approved PPL’s purchase of Narragansett Electric in Rhode Island from National Grid for $3.8 billion, giving the Pa.-based company a foothold in ISO-NE.
Office of Gov. Ned Lamont
Restoration Efforts from Tropical Storm Henri Nearly Complete
Eversource reported that 1,730 out of its 1.28 million customers in Connecticut were without power as of 5 p.m. Monday.
Fracktracker
NY Regulators Drop a Climate Hammer in Gas Rate Case
New York approved a three-year rate plan for National Grid’s downstate gas companies with provisions for electrification to reduce natural gas demand.
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National Grid Diversity Officer Calls out ‘Talent Bias’ in Energy Sector
Natalie Edwards, global diversity officer at National Grid, said businesses must see their workforce and potential talent “as having infinite possibility.”
Volkswagen
Massachusetts Needs to Sell 45,000 ZEVs per Year by 2025
Robert O’Koniewski of the Massachusetts State Auto Dealers Association said reaching the state’s EV goals will require more affordable vehicles and choice.

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