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Article Archive for: Energy

October 8, 2026

Oklahoma treasury receipts reach record $18.18 billion

Annual gross receipts rise 7.1%; manufacturing remains in expansion territory OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma’s economy generated a record $18.18 billion…
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cryptocurrency
October 4, 2026

New Oklahoma tax report details cryptocurrency mining exemption

Biennial inventory catalogs hundreds of tax breaks, including an estimated $41 million benefit for qualifying mining facilities. OKLAHOMA CITY —…
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Munson mazzei debate
October 1, 2026

Munson, Mazzei split over data centers, taxes and schools in OETA debate

Munson proposed a moratorium on new data centers, while Mazzei outlined conditions for allowing them. Both promised to address the…
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OG&E
October 1, 2026

OG&E seeks rate increase averaging $23.88 a month for residential customers

The $395 million request includes expanded customer assistance. OG&E expects the commission review to take about six months. OKLAHOMA CITY…
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September 30, 2026

Chapman urges communities to weigh data center costs and benefits

House hearing examines utility safeguards, water oversight and the help communities need to evaluate large developments. OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma…
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September 29, 2026

Lambda plans Mayes County data center, pledges to cover power costs

The company projects up to 100 permanent jobs and $500 million in taxes over a decade. CHOUTEAU — Lambda plans…
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NextEra
September 28, 2026

Judge finds NextEra liable for Winter Storm Uri gas price violations

The ruling covers sales to Oklahoma Natural Gas. The amount of any overcharge remains for trial. PAWHUSKA — An Osage…
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September 24, 2026

FERC declines to weigh in on Oklahoma’s Winter Storm Uri lawsuit

NextEra sought a federal ruling on natural gas sales challenged by the state. Regulators said the court can address the…
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Revenue
September 15, 2026

Oklahoma general revenue slightly below estimate through August

Collections available to fund state government were 1.4% below projections during the first two months of fiscal year 2027. OKLAHOMA…
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Smelter
September 15, 2026

Stitt criticizes Inola’s seven-month smelter moratorium

Governor says the town changed the rules after years of preparing the site for heavy industry; Inola voters will decide…
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