Utility Board Battles: Growth vs Green

Utility Board Elections Become Political Battlegrounds: Arizona and Alabama Lead the Way

In Arizona, the Salt River Project election is heating up, with record crowds and a surge in early voting. The race is between two slates: one backed by Turning Point Action, advocating for reliable and affordable power, and the other pushing for more clean energy like solar. The current board is accused of favoring natural gas, while business groups warn of potential blackouts from rapid green shifts.

In Alabama, the Public Service Commission has expanded to seven members, with the governor appointing new ones to freeze base rates until 2029. Two Republican seats are up for grabs this year, with affordability being a key issue. These utility board elections are becoming political battlegrounds, with clashes between growth needs and green pushes in at least six states, as electricity bills rise and data centers multiply.

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