Recent activity at Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Sep 29, 2026·Board meeting
Puerto Rico Energy Bureau Virtual Technical Conference
The virtual technical conference focused on the review of waterfall charts and fuel consumption data. Key discussion topics included the analysis of increased electricity generation attributed to higher cooling degree days and warmer weather, the retrieval of supporting technical documentation, and the contractual management of the New Fortress Energy agreement. Participants also examined the processes for addressing contractual claims, the implications of force majeure, and the administrative roles of various entities regarding contract oversight during renewal periods.
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The workshop focused on interconnection regulations for Distributed Energy Resources, specifically discussing cost allocation methodologies and meter socket adapters. Participants reviewed the responsibilities for system upgrade costs, the handling of pre-existing grid constraints, and the transparency of fees associated with interconnection reviews. The session included presentations on the distribution of costs between developers and the utility, considering both statutory requirements and grid stability needs.
Aug 5, 2026·Board meeting
Energy Bureau of the Public Service Regulatory Board Plenary Meeting
The board meeting focused on the consideration of numerous motions related to electrical service certifications, permanent tariff interconnection regulations, and infrastructure plans. Key discussion topics included updates on renewable energy project evaluations, compliance with regulatory resolutions regarding natural gas fuel contracts, and the status of ongoing utility company proceedings. Additionally, the board acknowledged a significant volume of grievance proceedings and formal invoice review requests currently under consideration.
Jul 21, 2026·Board meeting
Puerto Rico Energy Bureau Plenary Session
The plenary session focused on a review of various motion items, including certification applications for electric service companies, permanent rate cases, and presentation of monthly reports from Genera and LUMA. Key discussions involved the review of the 10-year infrastructure plan, FEMA project approvals, and status reports on federal fund contracting and emergency generation. The Bureau issued resolutions regarding the revised regulation to eliminate intervention, the LUMA budget review, and the establishment of emergency response plans. Furthermore, the meeting covered procedural matters such as progress reports on federal fund projects, financial statement filings, and various pending complaints and invoice reviews before the Bureau.
