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New Jersey Board of Public Utilities

Veolia Water New Jersey's Haworth headquarters
Nov 21, 2025

Saddle River to sue Veolia NJ over $4M water billing dispute

Following an impasse at mediation, the municipality says it is preparing to serve the company, alleging overcharges from defective meters and inflated usage.

On June 5, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy was joined by other state officials to announce energy bill relief at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's headquarters in Newark.
Aug 18, 2025

NJ approves $100 energy credit, targets PJM reform

The state will issue relief to 3.9 million residents as part of a $430 million tranche of funding to address the spike in electric bills.

Electric bill
Jul 23, 2025

Auction prices spike — what does it mean for NJ energy bills? (updated)

While PJM Interconnection's annual process raised capacity costs again, New Jersey utilities say the impact on electric bills will be smaller than last year’s increase.

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Commissioner Marian Abdou
Jul 16, 2025

NJBPU commissioner to step down

Marian Abdou will leave the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities at a critical time, as residents face rising energy bills and lawmakers debate solutions.

Electric bill
Jun 20, 2025

NJBPU approves summer energy bill relief amid rate hikes

All four major utility companies will participate in the plan that will defer $60 total from residents' payments during the high-usage months.

Offshore wind
Jun 9, 2025

Atlantic Shores moves to exit NJ offshore wind project

The partnership between Shell New Energies US LLC and EDF Renewables North America has filed to end its 1.5-GW effort off the coast of Atlantic City, citing permitting issues and federal uncertainty.

On June 5, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy was joined by other state officials to announce energy bill relief at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's headquarters in Newark.
Jun 6, 2025

NJ offers $430M in energy relief after rate hike

The state is seeking to cushion the impact of a 20% increase that went into effect this month by offering at least $100 to all residential ratepayers in New Jersey.

Gov. Phil Murphy was joined by other state officials June 5, 2025, to announce energy bill relief at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's headquarters in Newark.
Jun 5, 2025

On the scene: Murphy unveils $430M in energy bill relief

"Today, I'm proud to announce that starting next month our administration will begin providing direct economic relief to the people of New Jersey to lower the cost of your monthly energy bill," Gov. Phil Murphy said.

A stack of energy bills for electricity and gas utlity costs and others. DEPOSIT PHOTOS
Jun 4, 2025

EXCLUSIVE | Sherrill: Time to take control of NJ’s energy future

In an exclusive op-ed, Democratic gubernatorial hopeful U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill outlines her plan to cut utility costs, expand clean energy and restore control over future policy.

An electrical substation
Jun 4, 2025

PSE&G rolls out summer help amid rising electric bills

The company's relief initiative includes providing utility shutoff protection to low-income and qualified individuals and suspension of reconnection fees.

Rising electricity bills
May 23, 2025

NJ advances energy measures amid rising power costs

Reforms and grid updates moved forward in Trenton as residents brace for a 20% increase in utility costs due June 1.

Electric bill
Mar 28, 2025

NJ lawmakers to probe skyrocketing energy bills in special joint hearing

As costs continue to rise, Trenton lawmakers will hold a public meeting Friday morning to hear from experts, advocates and key stakeholders on the issue.