This past weekend, the Business Council of Alabama’s annual conference lost the thread on what actually counts as economic development. And it’s not if Publix is carrying the right sausage rolls. Alabama’s public officials talk about the state’s business and industrial success like we’re on the national forefront. In reality, we’re taking victory laps while […]
The United States has long stood as a global leader in technology, innovation, and economic strength. But today, we face a sobering reality: we are losing ground to China in the tech race. One of the biggest reasons isn’t simply about innovation in Silicon Valley or defense spending in Washington. It’s about energy. The ability
Data centers are growing rapidly across the United States. As Alabama looks to attract high-tech investments in new data centers, which require enormous amounts of water and electricity, we must confront an essential question: How do we grow data center development without burdening everyday Alabamians with higher electricity costs and more environmental impact? Done right,
In a recent op-ed, Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl emphasized the importance of energy independence and the need for Alabama to lead in energy policy. While his call for a diversified energy portfolio is commendable, it’s crucial to recognize that renewable energy, particularly solar power, offers Alabama a path to true energy independence by
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It’s not every day that Alabamians get to hear from the President of the Public Service Commission. Alabama’s Public Service Commission is the elected body charged with regulating Alabama Power and ensuring that customers get fair and reasonable utility rates. So when Twinkle Cavanuagh spoke on a recent podcast with 1819 News, we might have
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If you live in most areas south of Cullman or Cherokee Counties (with exceptions like Bessemer and Tarrant that are in TVA territory), chances are your electric bill comes from Alabama Power. Alabama Power operates as a monopoly, which means they’re the only company allowed to provide electricity to a large part of the state.
National Clean Energy Week September 23-27, 2024 National Clean Energy Week is quickly approaching, being recognized September 23 through September 27, 2024. In July, Governor Kay Ivey issued a proclamation officially recognizing National Clean Energy Week in Alabama. Let’s take a look at why this week should be so important to us, as Alabamians.
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While it is hot as blazes this summer, many Alabamians are grappling with expensive power bills. Despite attempts to conserve energy, electric rates and bills continue to rise, leaving families with unmanageable costs. Take a look at the sharp contrast between the financial struggles of Alabama’s citizens and the soaring profits of utility executives. In
Misinformation about solar energy has been spreading nationally, even making it here to Alabama where some spread falsehoods aiming to halt solar projects in Montgomery and Lawrence counties. While it is understandable that some have fear of a new project or of the unknown, Energy Alabama believes it is essential to address these myths with
Did you know that Alabama Power is now home to two solar taxes? You may be familiar with Alabama Power’s long-standing solar tax for homes and small businesses but the power company is back at it, now trying to block almost any potential competitors from providing lower cost energy. Effective April 1 of 2024, Alabama
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