utility costs

Gov. Sherrill announces data center plans for New Jersey
May 28, 2026

Sherrill rolls out NJ data center regulations

Gov. Mikie Sherrill unveiled New Jersey’s – and what her administration says is the nation's – first statewide framework for regulating data centers and AI growth.

PSEG Salem Nuclear Power Plant in Lower Alloways Creek
Apr 20, 2026

NJ nuclear expansion signals long-term energy shift

After lifting a decades-old barrier, New Jersey focuses on long-term energy growth, lower costs and next-generation nuclear development.

Energy
Mar 25, 2026

New law expands NJ energy storage incentives, extends deadline

Signed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill March 24, the measure also extends the deadline to apply for the Garden State Energy Storage Program, while aiming to boost capacity, cut costs, and improve grid reliability.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill was officially sworn in as New Jersey's 57th governor Jan. 20, 2026.
Jan 26, 2026

Sherrill moves quickly on campaign promises

Mikie Sherrill is sworn in as New Jersey’s 57th governor, pledging to lower costs, freeze utility hikes and push back against Washington.

New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Mikie Sherrill.
Jan 20, 2026

Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey’s 57th governor

Taking the oath of office in Newark, Gov. Mikie Sherrill pledged to tackle affordability, utility costs and expand opportunity statewide.

Mikie Sherrill utility announcement
Jan 20, 2026

Sherrill takes immediate action on rising NJ energy prices

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed executive orders declaring a utility cost emergency to curb rate hikes and expand in-state power.

Electrical substation
Jan 19, 2026

OPINION: Energy affordability must lead New Jersey policy in 2026

Rising utility costs are squeezing New Jersey families. The chairman of the National Hispanic Energy Council says leaders must pursue energy policies that protect affordability in 2026 and beyond.

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.