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Test Year Choice: 15% Rate Impact Revealed

January 12, 2026

Our latest research quantifies what regulators, utilities, and investors have long debated: test year methodology significantly affects consumer rates. This comprehensive analysis examines regulatory frameworks across all U.S. jurisdictions and reveals a 15% average rate differential between historical and future test year approaches. Includes state-by-state classification, adjustment mechanisms, and implications for rate case strategy.

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Regulatory Survey of the Future of Gas

August 13th, 2024

The energy landscape is rapidly changing due to efforts to combat climate change. This report focuses on the future of gas and examines state-level regulatory changes since 2019, analyzing over 20 states leading the clean energy transition. It provides valuable information for investors, gas producers and traders, regulators, legislators, manufacturers, energy distributors, equipment service companies, and environmentalists. The report explores the impact of moving from gas to electric heating, the potential of different paths to decarbonization, and the effects of new laws. This report will be invaluable for stakeholders to stay informed and make the right strategic decisions.

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