A settlement has been reached in AES Indiana’s request for a $134.2 million rate increase. The agreement between all parties outlines a rate increase that is roughly half what the utility requested in June. If the Commission approves the settlement, AES Indiana will be allowed to increase its operating revenue by $73.1 million (4.6%).

Last week, the Indiana Supreme Court heard arguments in an appeal of a Commission order authorizing Duke Energy Indiana’s latest TDSIC plan, leveling new challenges to the Commission's interpretation of the TDSIC statute. This marks at least the second or third occasion where such challenges have been presented before the Court.

The Indiana Supreme Court held oral arguments in two appeals last week, both involving Duke Energy Indiana. The Court heard arguments in City of Carmel, Indiana v. Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, et al., and Duke Energy Indiana, LLC v. City of Noblesville. Both cases involve disputes over local regulations regarding construction and maintenance of utility equipment.

In response to the complaint lodged by a group of Johnson County residents concerning the proposed construction and operation of electric facilities in White River Township, Duke Energy Indiana has presented several key objections.