energy costs

Data center
May 7, 2026

Stockton poll: 56% back local bans on AI data centers

A new Stockton survey finds strong opposition to local AI data centers, with respondents citing energy costs and environmental concerns.

April 29, 2026, NJBIZ Construction & Development Panel Discussion
May 1, 2026

Panel: NJ construction faces costs, labor, infrastructure gaps

NJBIZ convened a group of industry experts for a virtual discussion exploring key hurdles for development, such as rising costs, labor shortages and infrastructure gaps.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill executive orders
Apr 20, 2026

Sherrill makes early moves to cut energy costs, add supply

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs orders to cut NJ energy costs, freeze rate hikes and expand power supply with solar, storage and gas upgrades.

PSEG Salem Nuclear Power Plant in Lower Alloways Creek
Apr 14, 2026

FDU Poll: NJ voters back all-of-the-above energy plan

To lower costs, New Jersey voter respondents say they support natural gas, renewables and nuclear power generation, as well as limits on data centers.

On March 16, 2026, U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-5th District, announced his plan to increase energy production, modernize the grid and reduce rising electricity costs for New Jersey families and small businesses.
Mar 17, 2026

Gottheimer plan targets NJ utility bills by boosting energy supply

North Jersey U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer unveiled an outline to ring lower costs for residents and businesses by boosting supply, speeding permits and expanding grid capacity.

New Jersey state flag on money
Feb 17, 2026

Boyd on NJ business climate in post-Murphy era

Site selection expert John Boyd Jr. assesses the situation following Phil Murphy's time in office and outlines what Gov. Mikie Sherrill must tackle on taxes and energy.

Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill
Jan 5, 2026

Sherrill outlines priorities ahead of inauguration (updated)

Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill details her transition plans, key hires and day-one priorities ahead of her Jan. 20 swearing-in.

Construction
Jan 5, 2026

NJBIZ panel weighs tariffs, power and growth in NJ construction

Experts from Rockefeller Group, Gibbons PC and Hackensack Meridian Health discuss challenges facing builders and developers in New Jersey.

NJBIZ Construction & Development Panel Discussion
Dec 17, 2025

NJBIZ construction panel digs into tariffs, power costs

Experts examine how the Trump administration's levies are affecting the industry, workforce challenges, the overall lending landscape and more.

New Jersey flag with transparent dollars
Dec 8, 2025

NJBIA survey: Energy costs, tariffs top NJ business challenges

The annual poll found that 77% of respondents were affected by increased power bills and 49% said trade levies impacted their supply chains this year.

Technicians mount heavy solar photo voltaic panel on tall steel platform
Nov 25, 2025

New Jersey releases 2024 energy master plan (updated)

As it prepares to leave office, the Murphy administration is outlining clean energy goals, grid upgrades and affordability measures as critics question expenses and timing.

Electricity
Nov 17, 2025

New Jersey energy costs spark voter demand for fast action

Polls show New Jerseyans are pressing for solutions to rising rates, with strong support for natural gas plants and policies to lower electricity bills.