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One Hot Week in Texas

By 5
August 16, 2019

Over the past two months in Texas, we have witnessed our dream summer: a July where there was plenty of rain across the state, where North Texas didn’t see an official 100-degree day until July 31st, ... READ MORE >
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Good Buying Opportunities in 2020 and 2021

By 5
August 16, 2019

Over the last four weeks, wholesale power futures in New York have risen but remain in an attractive position to make near-term purchases. Figure 1 shows wholesale calendar prices for 2020 through 202... READ MORE >
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Consequences of Maryland's Clean Energy Job Act

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August 16, 2019

In February 2019, Maryland’s state legislature introduced Senate Bill 516. This bill was passed by the Maryland Assembly and became law in May 2019 without Governor Hogan’s signature. This new law, kn... READ MORE >
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Electricity Futures Decrease in PJM

By 5
August 16, 2019

Electricity futures in PJM have decreased over the course of the summer and are favorable for making longer term purchases. Figure 1 shows electricity futures prices at the PJM West trading hub (South... READ MORE >
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5’s Rapid Growth Continues, Named to Inc. 5000 for 4th Year in a Row

By 5
August 14, 2019

Irving, TX - August 14, 2019 Inc. Magazine has named Irving-based energy advisory firm 5 to its Inc. 5000 list for the fourth year in a row. This prestigious list recognizes the fastest-growing privat... READ MORE >
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Get to Know Shashi Thoutireddy

By 5
July 31, 2019

Shashi Thoutireddy is 5’s VP of Finance. Shashi was born and raised in India and earned his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology. He is an avid field hoc... READ MORE >
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Client Spotlight: Waterside Plaza

By 5
July 31, 2019

Waterside Plaza is a luxury rental community in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in New York City. Located in the Kips Bay section of Manhattan, Waterside Plaza is comprised of four residential... READ MORE >
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Maybe We Found a Natural Gas Floor?

By 5
July 18, 2019

How much farther will natural gas prices fall? Of course, no one really knows the absolute answer to that question. But in the near-term, the answer may be $2.40/Dth. Figure 1 shows the NYMEX trading ... READ MORE >
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Catch Some Falling Power Prices in New York

By 5
July 18, 2019

The state of New York has been aggressive in its attempts to de-carbonize the state’s economy. Its goal is to reduce carbon dioxide emissions 40% by 2030 and 80% by 2050 relative to levels in 1990. Ev... READ MORE >
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