Capacity costs are climbing fast in PJM, while heat continues to drive strong energy demand. The latest Base Residual Capacity Auction began on June 30, and recent results reflect a major increase in grid costs. Natural gas prices have also edged higher, and July power prices remain elevated after last week’s heat dome.
View detailsPJM forecasts very high electricity demand this afternoon, with a strong likelihood of setting a system peak. Peak Window: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM ETPeak Alert Period: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM ETProjected Demand: Up to 151,535 MW Extreme heat across the region is driving high energy demand, putting additional strain on the grid during peak hours. Important…
View detailsManufacturers are under increasing pressure to improve production efficiency, manage energy costs, and maintain operational resilience—all while navigating supply chain volatility and evolving market conditions. As a result, selecting the right partner for efficiency initiatives has become a strategic decision, not just a procurement exercise. In 2026, the most effective manufacturing partnerships go beyond equipment…
View detailsFor many mid-sized industrial plants, infrastructure upgrades often compete with production investments, staffing needs, and ongoing operational costs.
View detailsCapacity costs are climbing fast in PJM, while heat continues to drive strong energy demand. The latest Base Residual Capacity Auction began on June 30, and recent results reflect a major increase in grid costs. Natural gas prices have also edged higher, and July power prices remain elevated after last week’s heat dome.
View detailsOn July 2, 2026, the largest power grid in the United States came close to its limits. PJM, which serves more than 65 million people across the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic, called emergency measures as demand pushed toward a new all‑time summer peak, eclipsing levels last seen during the 2006 heat wave. For commercial, industrial, and…
View detailsYesterday (July 1, 2026), peak electricity demand on the PJM grid reached 162.1 gigawatts (GW) around 5:00 PM EDT
View detailsNatural gas is still trading in the low $3 range, supported by strong production and LNG exports back above 18 Bcf/d. Forward pricing for next winter remains relatively attractive, especially with an El Niño pattern on the radar. On the power side, May index prices averaged under 4 cents per kWh, and many 2029 months (outside of July and winter) are now pricing below the next two years. For many businesses, this is a good window to consider small, targeted hedges rather than sitting fully on the sidelines.
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