NARUC Resolution Recognizes Benefits of Natural Gas Energy Efficiency

On July 29, 2025, the Committee on Gas of the National Association of Utility Regulatory Commissioners (NARUC) passed a number of substantive resolutions for Board of Directors consideration. One of them, Resolution GS-2, on Advancing Natural Gas Energy Efficiency Programs for Commercial and Industrial Customers, recognized a number of energy and non-energy benefits from gas EE programs, including conserved energy, reduced emissions, and the potential of distributed energy platforms such as combined heat and power. These closely align with the findings of the American Gas Foundation report, The Growing Imperative for Natural Gas Energy Efficiency, which MCR prepared for the Foundation. The NARUC Board adopted Resolution GS-2 on July 30, 2025.

The Growing Imperative for Natural Gas Energy Efficiency

Alternate Ratemaking – Four ways to Move Forward

Blurb to appear on page when you click on the link: Alternative ratemaking has become the norm in many U.S. states. MCR’s experience and research show that four types of alternative rate plans are used throughout the industry. The four ways streamline the regulatory process by avoiding rate case proceedings and enabling utilities to file less frequently.

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Alternative Ratemaking Series: Part 2 Formula Rates

Blurb to appear on page when you click on the link: Alternative ratemaking has become the norm in many U.S. states. Part 2 of the Alternative Ratemaking Series describes the history of formula rates from both a FERC and state jurisdictional perspective. Elements of plans are discussed as well as risks and benefits.

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