Energy Institute of Alabama highlights state’s electric vehicle sector
Alabama has seen a more than 40 percent growth year over year in the number of registered electric vehicles, or EV’s.
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EIA member companies on the frontline of hurricane relief efforts
The Energy Institute of Alabama released a statement Monday commending its member utility companies on Alabama’s coast that are tirelessly working to restore power and assist with Hurricane Sally clean-up efforts. “These utility companies, and the selfless linemen and crews, have worked around the clock to restore power as quickly and safely as possible to … Continued
September 22, 2020
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See recent postsUtility workers and service providers continue to power Alabama
Vast amounts of normal services have been interrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the situation evolves and uncertainty remains, one thing that Alabamians can count on is for the lights to come on when they flip the switch. With many in our state working remotely, children engaging in virtual learning or caring for loved ones … Continued
Ward and Brown announce legislation to protect critical infrastructure
Senator Cam Ward, R-Alabaster and Representative Chip Brown, R–Mobile, jointly announced on Thursday the filing of legislation to enhance the protections of critical infrastructure assets in Alabama. Senate Bill 45 and House Bill 36 aim to amend a 2016 law which defined critical infrastructure in Alabama and created criminal penalties for unauthorized trespassing on such … Continued
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See recent postsComparing peaches to peaches
A recent opinion column on solar energy in the Montgomery Advertiser leads with an analogy so full of holes that it resembles Swiss cheese. It claims that the reasonable fee charged by Alabama Power to rooftop solar customers, who also want power from the utility, is like the government charging you a tax on fruit you grow … Continued
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See recent postsDarkness is sunny California
California is plagued by unreliable access to electric power, a situation that will persist for years to come. It’s happening as part of Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), one component of the wildfire prevention plans implemented by electric utilities and approved by regulatory commissioners appointed by the governor. During periods of significant wildfire threat, the … Continued
Fifth annual Lineman Appreciation Day held in Opelika
Opelika Power Services hosted the fifth annual Lineman Appreciation Day, sponsored by the Energy Institute of Alabama (EIA). The event recognized the men and women tasked with providing electricity to Alabama residents every day, even in dangerous conditions and after severe weather strikes. “In good weather we love them, but in bad weather, we sure … Continued
June 4, 2019
Energy Institute to host Lineman Appreciation Day celebration Monday
The Energy Institute of Alabama will honor the men and women who keep the power on in Alabama by hosting the 2018 Lineman Appreciation Day celebration Monday, June 4. Linemen keep the lights across the state by climbing power poles and using bucket trucks to repair and install distribution lines. “We’re excited to once again … Continued
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See recent postsAmerican electricity consumers are on a diet
By Corey Tyree Whether it be food or energy or water, Americans are known for consuming more and more. There is at least one exception – electricity. In Alabama, and the US as a whole, we are consuming less and less. Electricity consumption (as measured by electricity sales) has fallen nationally five of the past … Continued
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See recent postsOn hot summers or cold winters, thank Alabama’s strong Energy Industry for reliable power
By Rep. Terri A. Sewell (D-AL-7) On a hot Alabama summer or during the cold winter depths on February, take a minute to think about all the men and women behind the scenes in Alabama who work to make sure that when you flip that switch, the power is there pushing that cool breeze from … Continued