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Southeastern Energy News: Growth, Challenges & Policy Developments

The Southeast is experiencing significant developments in energy policy, infrastructure investment, and evolving market demands. From new data centers driving electricity needs to legislative changes impacting utilities, these trends shape the future of power generation and distribution across the region.

Kentucky's Energy Future: Addressing the LG&E/KU IRP

The Southern Renewable Energy Association (SREA) filed written comments with the Kentucky Public Service Commission on March 7, 2025, raising critical concerns about the assumptions and recommendations included in Louisville Gas & Electric and Kentucky Utilities (LG&E/KU)’s Joint Integrated Resource Plan. Key...

TVA's Integrated Resource Plan: Paving the way for a cleaner, smarter energy future

Big changes are coming to the way the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) plans its energy future. The 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) is in full swing, acting as TVA’s game plan for keeping the lights on reliably, affordably, and sustainably. The...

SREA member Treaty Oak Energy breaks ground on 100 MW Redfield Solar Project

Sheridan, Ark. – The Southern Renewable Energy Association (SREA) proudly joined Treaty Oak Clean Energy and local leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of Redfield Solar, a 100-megawatt (MW) project that will bring jobs, tax revenue, and long-term economic growth to Grant...

Alabama Power reverses tax on solar facilities

In April 2024, SREA filed an Application for Reconsideration and Modification opposing Alabama Power's imposition of an "Integration Cost" on qualifying facilities, which essentially served as a tax on solar facilities. SREA's objection stated that Alabama Power didn't have the evidence...

TVA Board Meeting Recap: Energy Demand, Investments, and Future Planning

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) held its first quarterly board meeting of 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee, addressing key topics such as record energy demand, power system investments, financial performance, and future energy planning. The meeting also included a public listening session...

A Smarter, Cleaner Future: Key Takeaways from SREA's TVA IRP Comments

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is shaping the future of energy in the Southeast with its 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The Southern Renewable Energy Association (SREA) has weighed in, offering forward-thinking recommendations to ensure TVA embraces a cost-effective, resilient, and...

Southern Renewable Energy Association

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Legislation

SREA advocates for policies that support renewable energy deployment and protect the industry from legislative threats. Our efforts ensure that renewable energy companies influence regional energy policies, focusing on growth, tax incentives, siting, and decommissioning requirements.

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Regulatory

SREA’s regulatory advocacy helps shape utility plans to integrate renewable energy, expanding clean energy access in the Southeast. By participating in state utility proceedings, SREA provides technical comments and testimony to promote clean energy adoption.

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Transmission

SREA is actively engaged in the regional planning process and collaborates with organizations across the region to push for reforms in planning, transparency and oversight with two goals in mind: strengthening the grid and integrating more renewable energy.