The PJM Base Residual Auction Results for 2026/2027 & How We Got Here

Plus, what businesses can do to offset this cost increase. PJM capacity prices for the 2026–27 year just surged 21%, hitting the FERC price cap of $329.17/MW-day. For many businesses, that means higher electricity bills starting next year—potentially a 10–20% increase depending on your load and contract terms. What’s happening? How Did We Get Here?  Market Conditions and Auction…

Market Snapshot: August 11, 2025

LNG Feedgas Demand Rises; September Contract Stabilizes As temperatures and cooling demand are set to rebound this week, LNG feedgas continues its upward trajectory. Plaquemines LNG reached 3.1Bcf/d on Sunday and will ramp further in the coming weeks. Despite mild weather and bearish fundamentals—weak feedgas, strong production, and a surprise EIA storage build—spot Henry Hub…

Electricity Bills: What Every Business Should Know

Several key components determine the cost of an electricity bill. Understanding how these components can change the cost for your business can be the key to optimizing your bill. Therefore, by gaining insight into these cost drivers, you can make smarter decisions about energy usage, procurement, and efficiency investments.  Breaking Down the Elements of Electricity…

Energy Market Snapshot – August 4, 2025

PJM Electricity Futures Slide Amid Softer Gas Prices WINTER 2025/2026 NATURAL GAS PRICING PJM AD HUB DAY AHEAD & FORWARD TREND ANALYSIS NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION Production currently at 106.3 Bcf/d NYMEX NAT GAS CALENDAR STRIPS Natural Gas Market Update LNG Feedgas Demand Rises as Cooling Demand Rebounds EIA: Natural Gas Storage Report Natural Gas Production Snapshot…

EFFECTS ON YOUR BUSINESS ENERGY BILLS: ENERGY VARIABLES

VARIABLE Energy Costs that are Beyond your Control: Market trends.Like any commodity, the price of power varies according to a complex interplay of market pressures. With real-time insights, you can react faster in an unpredictable market where it pays to be nimble. Weather conditions.Heat waves and cold snaps affect how much energy your business consumes.…

PJM Capacity Prices Soar in 2026-27 Base Residual Auction

PJM Rest of RTO Capacity Prices Spike Another 21% To Over $300 In 2026-27 BRA Key Highlights 2026-27 BRA: Clearing Prices by Region All major PJM regions cleared at the same price in the 2026-27 auction: ZonePrice ($/MW-day) Adjusted Preliminary Zonal Capacity Prices These prices incorporate adjustments, notably for the funding of PRD Credits: ZoneAdjusted…

Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) Explained

All About EMCs Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) are specific projects, technologies, or operational strategies implemented within homes, businesses, and public facilities to reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency. The ultimate goal of ECMs is to reduce energy use, save money, and minimize environmental impact—all while maintaining or improving comfort and productivity. How Do ECMs Work? ECMs target…