Press Releases

Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia to Hold Legislative-Style Hearing on Rising Electric Generation Costs

The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (Commission) will hold a legislative-style hearing to examine the key drivers behind recent increases in the “generation” or supply portion of residential electric bills and explore potential pathways to address rising energy affordability concerns impacting District residents (Formal Case No. 1186, Order No. 22774).

DCPSC Hosts District of Columbia Energy Action Summit Focusing on Affordability and Community Solutions

The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (Commission) will host the 2026 District of Columbia Energy Action Summit. This year’s theme, “Turning Knowledge into Solutions for Affordable Energy,” is critical as the District navigates through the increasing costs of safe and reliable energy.

DCPSC Grants Motion to Stay and Extends Procedural Schedule in Pepco Rate Case

The Commission announced that it has formally responded to the District of Columbia Court of Appeals' reversal in Formal Case 1176. Through Order No. 22860, issued May 8, 2026, the Commission resolved matters raised by participating parties in the remand proceeding for Pepco’s second Multiyear Rate Plan, known as the "Climate Ready Pathway."

District Solar Momentum Accelerates 2026 RPS Report Confirms Strong Local Growth and Regional Leadership

The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (Commission) reports another year of growth in local solar energy adoption, driven by increased community engagement and continued policy support for renewable energy.

DCPSC schedules Evidentiary Hearing for May 12, 2026, in Pepco Multiyear Rate Case following Court Remand

Commission to set interim rates while conducting remand proceeding; Consumer protections for customers remain