Pennsylvania’s economy stands at a fork in the road, with demand for electricity growing an average of nearly 5 percent annually in the next 15 years. The path of inaction leads to perpetually high electricity rates and stagnant economic development as supply of...
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Energy Storage’s Role as a Fast Frequency Response
The difference between a smooth-running grid and a blackout can come down to a fraction of a second. Keeping the lights on is much more than just generating enough electricity — it requires keeping the grid in balance every moment every day. Energy storage is a key...
West Virginia’s Renewable Industry Ready to Help Deliver All-of-the-Above Energy Strategy
Charleston, WV: Governor Morrisey plans to expand West Virginia’s electric generation capacity to 50 gigawatts by 2050, an ambitious target that will tackle rising energy demand head-on. Every resource has a role, and renewables bring unique strengths: wind, solar,...
Resource Adequacy and the Path Forward in PJM
PJM Interconnection faces a pressing challenge: ensuring resource adequacy at a time of rapid demand growth, rising prices, and accelerating retirements of thermal generation. The gap between supply and demand is increasingly imbalanced. Electrification is driving...
Interview with Pat Tully, MAREC Action’s Board Secretary
MAREC Action recently sat down to chat with Pat Tully, a clean energy business leader and our Board Secretary. Pat serves as one of four members of MAREC’s Executive Team. He brings a wealth of experience to our organization, and we wanted to learn more about his...
Interview with Tony Soruco, MAREC Action’s Board Vice-President
MAREC Action recently sat down to chat with Tony Soruco, a clean energy business leader and our Board Vice-President. Tony serves as one of four members of MAREC's Executive Team. He brings a wealth of experience to our organization, and we wanted to learn more about...
Interview with Isaac Meyer, MAREC Action’s Board Treasurer
MAREC Action recently sat down to chat with Isaac Meyer, a clean energy business leader and our Board Treasurer. Isaac brings a wealth of experience to our organization, and we wanted to learn more about his background. Question: Can you tell us a bit about your...
MAREC Action Statement on Passage of the Big Beautiful Bill
Washington DC: “Renewable energy projects in the PJM pipeline are ready to meet the Mid-Atlantic’s growing electricity demand — especially as AI and data center development rapidly accelerate load across the region. But with the new federal deadlines for clean energy...
Energy Storage: A Key Solution to PJM’s Growing Capacity Needs
As electricity demand surges across the Mid-Atlantic—driven by data centers, electrification, and rising summer temperatures—energy storage is increasingly essential for a reliable grid. When demand peaks during late afternoons and evenings, energy storage helps...
PJM’s Reliability Resource Initiative Adds 11.7 GW To Queue
PJM introduced the Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI) to stakeholders in October 2024 and filed the proposal with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), receiving Commission approval in January 2025. PJM cited “a pressing need to address resource...