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Opinion: Proxy Reforms, Board Term Limits Can Save ETF and Mutual Fund Investors Billions
Opinion: Proxy Reforms, Board Term Limits Can Save ETF and Mutual Fund Investors Billions by Dan Dolan, Retired, Sector SPDR ETFs/ALPS, Merrill Lynch Key Takeaways The Investment Company Institute (ICI) released a report in March 2026 estimating that proxy campaigns have cost fund/ETF investors between $675 million and $1.14 billion since 2020. This is a substantial hidden cost that shareholders are largely unaware they absorb, while deriving few notable benefits.
Opinion: It's hard to create new power sources in Connecticut. But there are solutions Original
Most Connecticut residents interact with the electricity market in two ways: When they turn on a light and when they pay a bill. The simplicity of those interactions obscures the complexity of engineering and economics that underpin the energy system, one that is evolving and starting to feel strain. Energy has long been compared to a three-legged stool that must balance reliability, affordability, and environmental stewardship. In recent years, the affordability leg has been neglected.
Opinion: It's hard to create new power sources in Connecticut. But there are solutions
Power Transmission Lines with 3D digital visualization of electricity. gorodenkoff/Getty Images Most Connecticut residents interact with the electricity market in two ways: When they turn on a light and when they pay a bill. The simplicity of those interactions obscures the complexity of engineering and economics that underpin the energy system, one that is evolving and starting to feel strain.
The New England grid passed one winter test, but market reforms are still needed
This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dan Dolan is president of the New England Power Generators Association. Winter happens in New England. But for nearly three weeks in January and February, arctic temperatures combined with over two feet of snow to create the tightest energy conditions in nearly a decade. Those effects were even more pronounced because, like other major storm systems in recent years, this one extended far beyond just our state borders.
OP-ED | Beware the Desperate Utility Company
On the Friday before Christmas, while families in Connecticut were dealing with the first major storm of the winter season, United Illuminating’s President & CEO published an op-ed blaming power plant operators and an “irrevocably broken” electricity market for rising rates. As the head of the organization that represents those plants, I feel compelled to set the record straight.
Britain’s new tough talk is a sham. Why would dictators ‘fear’ ministers who befriend them?
Just days ago, the Foreign Office was scrambling to withdraw comments by a minister, David Rutley, acknowledging that Saudi Arabian authorities had tortured a Jordanian father facing imminent execution, after a complaint by Saudi authorities. Cleverly confidently squares up to Myanmar, Mali and Nicaragua, but conveniently ignores abuses by the likes of Egypt, Bahrain and India.
Select Sector SPDR ETFs Allows for A Sector Approach to Original
Denver, Nov. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Denver, Colorado - These Unique Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) divide the benchmark S&P 500 into 11 sector-based index funds traded during the day on NYSE Arca. Investors can customize their investment strategy by over weighting or under weighting specific sectors to meet specific investment goals. The benefits of a Select Sector SPDR ETF include the tracking of an index, the all-day tradability of stocks, the diversification of a mutual fund.
What a home buyer taught me about the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (how to save thousands in retirement)
What a home buyer taught me about the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (how to save thousands in retirement) By Dan Dolan Dolan Homes Over the years I’ve learned a lot from our customers.
What a home buyer taught me about the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (how to save thousands in retirement)
What a home buyer taught me about the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (how to save thousands in retirement) By Dan Dolan Dolan Homes Over the years I’ve learned a lot from our customers.
Keeping the electric grid running during pandemic is essential work
Lucas Greenbaum | AP Lucas Greenbaum | AP In this image provided by Meric Greenbaum, Greenbaum, a Designated Market Maker with IMC, who normally works on the New York Stock Exchange trading floor, works in his home office in Shelter Island, New York, on Monday, April 6, 2020. By Dan Dolan, Opinion guest column • April 18, 2020 8:00 am Click here for the latest coronavirus news, which the BDN has made free for the public.
A path forward for New England to a low-carbon future: Why a capacity market still matters
The following is a contributed article by Dan Dolan, President of the New England Power Generators Association. Over a year ago, I wrote an op-ed calling for a dramatic shift by ISO New England in the design of the wholesale electricity markets they operate. This call focused on designing a market that will be needed to support reliability with the growing scale of state-sponsored resources, as well as meeting state environmental mandates through the markets.
Student Trafficked To UK As Child Wins Right To Remain
A high-achieving student from Albania, who was threatened with deportation after being abandoned by traffickers near Bristol four years ago, has won his appeal to stay in the UK. More than 91,000 people signed a petition calling on the Home Office to grant St Mary Redcliffe Sixth Form student Stiven Bregu, 18, indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
UK Complicity In Torture Must Be Independently Investigated, Here's Why
At last, the wait is over. More than a year after it promised to announce “within 60 days” whether it would hold an independent inquiry into British involvement in ‘war on terror’-era torture, the government has confirmed what we suspected all along: that having kicked the issue into the long grass, it will now seek to bury it.
A dangerous tipping point for New England's wholesale electricity market
The New England wholesale electricity market is reaching a crisis point. ISO New England, the operator and administrator of the competitive wholesale markets, has failed to create the appropriate products to meet state policy mandates while also failing to protect the markets from the impacts of those policy choices. Today, a number of resources are unable to recover appropriate costs to deliver the electricity services needed to serve consumers — and the situation is getting worse.
Maine Compass: CMP project won't benefit Maine
In his July 1 letter to the editor, “Mainers will benefit from CMP line project,” Robert Harradon, a former employee of Central Maine Power, paints a rosy picture of the proposed CMP power line project known as New England Clean Energy Connect. In reality, nothing about the CMP project has anything to do with providing benefits to Maine.
Newest Dan Dolan Homes addition in Bettendorf lets you participate in senior activities at “The Fountains”
Dan Dolan Homes has begun construction of the final 16 villas to be built at The Villas in Bettendorf. Here, homeowners can enjoy the benefits of an “age in place” Dan Dolan home plus the opportunity to participate in the adjacent Villas lifestyle. Senior living is easy in a Dan Dolan home with everything on one floor. You’ll enjoy our wider doorways, stepless entry, walk-in master shower, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a 2-car garage where you park indoors just steps from your kitchen.
COLUMN: Hearing firsthand from students honoring Vietnam veterans at GWA
Thank you to the many veterans who contributed to George Walton Academy’s “I Did It For You” — a 12-week interdisciplinary, intensive study of the Vietnam War. This powerful project engaged students in lessons taught through the lens of the Vietnam War and the 1960’s. Students visited museums and memorials and had the opportunity to hear firsthand accounts from veterans. Teachers incorporated the theme in history, science, art, literature, music, creative writing, technology and creative writing.
COLUMN: Reflecting on character and making better choices at George Walton
This is the third of three articles that offer context for George Walton Academy’s commitment to Character. Community. Opportunity. You may remember that I have already written about community and opportunity. Today, I’d like to share thoughts about character. Choices. We face them every day of our lives. And so do our children. kAm$@>6 >2J D66> =:<6 D:>A=6 A=2J8C@F?5 49@:46D – H96E96C E@ D92C6[ E6== E96 ECFE9[ @C 96=A 2 7C:6?5] qFE 9@H 49:=5C6?
Community and traditions remain important at George Walton Academy
Believe me. I understand. You barely have time to catch your breath during the holidays. This season is filled with busy days and long to do lists. And although it all seems to go by in a blur, there are certain things we always remember. Think about it for a moment. What stands out in our memories are: people and the traditions we enjoy with one another.
COLUMN: The George Walton experience: character, community and opportunity
Imagine you’re 16 years old and your day begins with a stroll through a spectacular museum in Barcelona, studying masterpieces created by some of the greatest artists in the world. After a hands-on culinary lesson that concludes with a delicious almuerzo (lunch) of authentic Spanish cuisine, you and your classmates tour a cathedral where you discuss 15th century architecture and the Spanish Inquisition. Your day ends with a captivating performance of Carmen at the Gran Teatre del Liceu.
COLUMN: Changes at George Walton Academy honor history, reinforce mission
The beginning of every school year is a new opportunity. Students and teachers not only get to start fresh with classes and activities, but as a school community, we also get a chance to reflect on where we’ve been and where we’d like to go in the future. At George Walton Academy, we strive to remain true to our founding values — a quality education in a college preparatory environment — as we continue to work toward the objectives established in our 2016 strategic plan.
Iranian Presidential Election May Be Referendum on Nuclear Deal - USNI News
On Friday, many of the 56 million eligible voters in Iran will cast their votes a tight contest between the current reformist president Hassan Rouhani, and the conservative candidate Ebrahim Raisi. The Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei cast his ballot early Friday morning and encouraged all eligible voters to head to the polls. Khamenei said that “the country’s fate is determined by the people.” Al Jazeera, and other international news sources are reporting long lines at the polls.
COLUMN: At George Walton Academy, academics are only the beginning
When a new headmaster arrives, everyone always has questions for the “new guy.” This scenario was particularly true of George Walton Academy, as Mr. Billy Nicholson had provided such steady leadership over his 27-year tenure. Though I won’t be able to anticipate and address every question in this column today, I do think it’s important that I share what has so impressed me about GWA in the short time since my arrival. kAmv6@C86 (2=E@?
Dan Dolan: Power generators compete to deliver on price, reliability
Dan Dolan Connecticut and New England’s electricity system is undergoing vast changes focused on improving environmental performance, ensuring long-term reliability and empowering customers while providing competitive pricing. Major investments are being made to develop renewable resources, lower emissions and continue to increase reliability performance requirements.
Dolan: The case against importing hydro-power
There is no question that the energy system in this region, and throughout the country, is in a time of transition. Over the last decade, Massachusetts has experienced a rapid shift in its electric market as older power generators are retiring and new sources of energy are being developed today.Older, more expensive methods for generating electricity are being driven from the market by more cost-effective, cleaner and efficient power stations.
Dolan: The case against importing hydro-power
There is no question that the energy system in this region, and throughout the country, is in a time of transition. Over the last decade, Massachusetts has experienced a rapid shift in its electric market as older power generators are retiring and new sources of energy are being developed today.Older, more expensive methods for generating electricity are being driven from the market by more cost-effective, cleaner and efficient power stations.
Column: Securing Massachusetts' energy future
When Footprint Power’s Salem Harbor Station opens in June 2017 it will provide highly efficient electricity supplies for Massachusetts and New England, while creating hundreds of local jobs and producing millions in tax revenue for Salem.New power plants like this one are helping the commonwealth continue its role as a leader in environmental responsibility — home to some of the cleanest, lowest-carbon producing power plants in the nation.The type of innovation and investment is a hallmark...
Column: Securing Massachusetts' energy future
When Footprint Power’s Salem Harbor Station opens in June 2017 it will provide highly efficient electricity supplies for Massachusetts and New England, while creating hundreds of local jobs and producing millions in tax revenue for Salem.New power plants like this one are helping the commonwealth continue its role as a leader in environmental responsibility — home to some of the cleanest, lowest-carbon producing power plants in the nation.The type of innovation and investment is a hallmark...
Column: Securing Massachusetts' energy future
When Footprint Power’s Salem Harbor Station opens in June 2017 it will provide highly efficient electricity supplies for Massachusetts and New England, while creating hundreds of local jobs and producing millions in tax revenue for Salem.New power plants like this one are helping the commonwealth continue its role as a leader in environmental responsibility — home to some of the cleanest, lowest-carbon producing power plants in the nation.The type of innovation and investment is a hallmark...
Guest Opinion: Canadian hydro power is a bad bet for Massachusetts' energy future
When the Brayton Point Power Station closes in 2017, 1,500 megawatts of power generation will go off line. Coupled with the 2014 closure of Vermont's Yankee Nuclear Power Plant and the impending closure of Plymouth's Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station, more than 2,100 megawatts will be retired.
COMMENTARY: Massachusetts doesn’t need Hydro-Quebec
Efforts on Beacon Hill to put a large portion of this state's energy future in the hands of Canadian hydropower could place local energy jobs, affordable electric rates and power reliability at risk.Gov.
COMMENTARY: Massachusetts doesn’t need Hydro-Quebec
Efforts on Beacon Hill to put a large portion of this state's energy future in the hands of Canadian hydropower could place local energy jobs, affordable electric rates and power reliability at risk.Gov.
Massachusetts doesn't need Hydro-Quebec
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Letter: Durbin a fine role model for other politicians
Re. Feb. 17 Journal Star editorial, "The U.S. Capitol: The ultimate glass house": Let me get this straight: Sen. Durbin weighs in on the state's budget impasse, saying the same things this editorial page has for months, and the editors use it as an opportunity to criticize Durbin, going so far as to say his and others' past behavior has been unstatesmanlike.
Your View: Governor's hydro bill should be stopped
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Baker's hydroelectricity plan a bad bet
GAMBLING RATEPAYER DOLLARS on Canadian government-owned hydropower is a bad bet for Massachusetts. Gov. Charlie Baker’s proposal to carve out a third of the Commonwealth’s electricity market for Canadian provincially-owned utilities, such as Hydro-Quebec, will increase energy costs, take away local jobs, and harm the growing clean energy sector.
New England electricity market is working as is
2015 HAS DRIVEN SOME DRAMATIC ENERGY ISSUES to the forefront across New England with intense winter weather leading to electric price volatility, retirements announced of large power plants, and continued focus on carbon reduction across the economy. There is no question that the energy system in this region, and throughout the country, is in a time of transition.
County Gives Ultimatum On Opalocka Development
Written by Dan Dolan on February 22, 2007 By Dan Dolan Citing decades of broken promises, bungled negotiations and missed deadlines, Miami-Dade County commissioners last week gave a community development company 90 days to get a deal for Opa-locka Executive Airport or get lost. Led by Vice Chairman Barbara Jordan, commissioners voted to initiate formal proceedings to revoke Opa-locka Community Development Corp.’s rights to build on 121 acres of county land next to the airport.
Commissioners Have Doubts About Stadium Site
Written by Dan Dolan on February 22, 2007 By Dan Dolan Only minutes after a Florida Senate Committee approved two bills Tuesday for a special state tax break to help fund construction of a $500 million baseball stadium for the Florida Marlins, Miami-Dade County commissioners got a severe case of jitters over the downtown location under consideration for months.
Carrental Firms Threaten To Boycott Intermodal Center
Written by Dan Dolan on February 22, 2007 By Dan Dolan National car-rental chains say they’ll back out of lease agreements and sink Miami International Airport’s $1.3 billion mass-transit hub if local fleet owners’ demands for larger, disproportionate space at the new facility are met, state and county officials revealed last week.
County Commissioner To Push For Elected Sheriffs Post
Written by Dan Dolan on February 22, 2007 By Dan Dolan Less than a month after voters gave Miami-Dade County’s mayor broad new authority, County Commissioner Jose "Pepe" Diaz on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping proposal to take away the chief executive’s police powers and restore the post of an elected county sheriff. But Mr. Diaz said his initiative isn’t an attempt to curb the mayor’s authority. He said his intent is to make government more responsive to the public.
County Gives Initial Ok For Increase In Impact Fees
Written by Dan Dolan on February 22, 2007 By Dan Dolan Despite heated opposition from builders, the school board’s controversial plan to triple impact fees on all new home construction won tentative approval Tuesday from the Miami-Dade County commission. At the request of the Miami-Dade County Public School Board, commissioners approved legislation that would add about $6,000 to the price of a new three-bedroom home and $2,000 to a small condo.
Alvarez Pushes For Toll Flyovers Stadium In State Of County Speech
Written by Dan Dolan on February 22, 2007 By Dan Dolan Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Alvarez proposed a new system of elevated toll roads, creation of a special panel to help convicts and a bounty on illegal handguns during his annual State of the County Address on Tuesday at the Carnival Center for the Performing Arts. Mr. Alvarez also endorsed plans to build a baseball stadium for the Florida Marlins in downtown Miami and the $1.3 billion Port of Miami tunnel project.
State Transit Official Named Director Of Expressway Authority
Written by Dan Dolan on January 25, 2007 By Dan Dolan After a long and frequently turbulent search, the Miami-Dade Expressway Authority picked Florida Department of Transportation District 6 Development Director Javier Rodriguez to serve as its next executive director. In a unanimous vote Tuesday, authority trustees offered Mr. Rodriguez a 3-year deal to replace current Executive Director Servando Parapar, who retired last year but agreed to continue working until his replacement was found.
Carnival Center Suffers 610000 Loss In First Three Months
Written by Dan Dolan on January 25, 2007 By Dan Dolan Low ticket sales and high operating costs caused an unanticipated $610,000 loss for the first three months of business at the Carnival Center for the Performing Arts, executives said last week.
Political Leaders Watching Alvarez For Signals After Strongmayor Vote
Written by Dan Dolan on January 25, 2007 By Dan Dolan Miami-Dade voters delivered a stinging backhand to the 13 county commissioners Tuesday, giving the mayor broad new executive powers that effectively ends their near-absolute reign over government operations, civic leaders say.
South Terminal Project Behind Schedule At Mia Official Says
Written by Dan Dolan on January 25, 2007 By Dan Dolan Miami International Airport’s $1 billion South Terminal project is behind schedule again — and the terminal may not open this year — because contractors haven’t put enough workers on the job, aviation officials told county commissioners last week.
County Overwhelmed By Demand For Subsidized Housing Official Says
Written by Dan Dolan on December 28, 2006 By Dan Dolan Miami-Dade has 41,386 families waiting for subsidized housing – and will never be able to help them all, the county’s new housing czar said last week. And the staggering number on the official waiting list is far lower than the actual number who need public housing aid, said Housing Agency Director Kris Warren, who has been running the scandal-scarred department less than two weeks.
Barreiro Plans Quotmass Cleanupquot Of Countys Citizen Panels
Written by Dan Dolan on December 28, 2006 By Dan Dolan Incoming Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Bruno A. Barreiro says he will unveil sweeping changes in the way the commission does business – a move that will affect all government operations for at least two years. After being sworn in as commission chief during a special meeting last week, Mr. Barreiro, who officially will take office Jan.
Stadium Would Boost Real Estate Market Business Leaders Say
Written by Dan Dolan on November 30, 2006 By Dan Dolan Building a $420 million stadium for the Florida Marlins in downtown Miami might be the cure for the area’s softening real estate market, business leaders said this week. And the good news for downtown business interests, Miami-Dade County leaders say, is that a proposal to put a stadium on 9 acres of government-owned land just north of the county administration building has the inside track with baseball executives and many elected officials.
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