Energy Consulting for Government & Public Agencies

CRA’s Energy Practice supports federal, state, and local government agencies, public utility commissions, energy offices, municipalities, and other public-sector organizations as they address complex energy market, infrastructure, regulatory, and policy challenges.

Our experts combine deep knowledge of electricity and natural gas markets, utility regulation, generation, transmission and distribution, resource adequacy, and emerging technologies with rigorous economic, engineering, and quantitative analysis. We help public-sector clients evaluate alternatives, understand costs and benefits, and make informed decisions in areas where reliability, affordability, economic development, environmental objectives, and other public-policy priorities may intersect.

CRA provides independent and transparent analysis designed to withstand scrutiny from regulators, policymakers, market participants, and other stakeholders. From policy development and infrastructure planning to procurement, regulatory proceedings, and independent evaluations, we help public agencies translate complex energy issues into practical and defensible decisions.

Our services include:

• Energy policy and strategy
• Market and economic analysis
• Energy and infrastructure planning
• Regulatory and rate analysis
• Procurement and program design
• Independent analysis and expert support

Please contact energypractice@crai.com for more information.