Transmission is ‘best low-risk, high-growth’ way to play the AI-energy boom, says Sempra CEO

Sempra utility Oncor says it could be selected to build a “significant portion” of more than $13 billion in transmission projects planned for the Permian Basin of Texas through 2038.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 7, 2024

DOE awards Moment Energy $20.3M to repurpose used EV batteries for energy storage systems

Moment plans to break ground early next year on a 1-GWh Texas factory, which would be “the first UL1974 Certified manufacturing facility in the U.S. dedicated to repurposing EV batteries,” the company said.

By Brian Martucci • Nov. 6, 2024

Explore the Trendline➔

Building Electrification

Decarbonization goals are spurring building electrication efforts across the U.S. While the use of heat pumps and other technologies is expanding, some policies are facing legal challenges.

By Utility Dive staff

Trump win is ‘setback’ for climate protection, but clean energy advocates say progress will continue

Trump’s victory means a Republican will be selected to lead FERC, which will likely work to rein in transmission incentives, said Tyson Slocum, director of Public Citizen's Energy Program.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 6, 2024

As US EV sales growth slows, election results could reverse or reinforce the trend

U.S. electric vehicle sales are rising, though the rate of growth has declined in the past year. The next president can continue support for purchase incentives or seek to cut the popular tax credit, experts say.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 31, 2024

Tesla energy storage deployments to double in 2024: CFO

Residential Powerwall deployments hit a record for the second quarter in a row as Tesla targets 100 GWh in annual stationary storage shipments, company executives said.

By Brian Martucci • Oct. 28, 2024

Arkansas could be a lithium treasure trove

The state’s Smackover Formation region may contain up to 19 million tons of the critical mineral, more than enough to meet projected global demand in 2030.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 28, 2024

ABM to integrate Mainspring Energy’s power generation tool to strengthen EV charging solutions

ABM’s EV charging services for fleet operators include design, engineering and installation, microgrids and power storage and on-site proactive maintenance.

By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 25, 2024

What does it take to electrify, decarbonize a manufactured home community?

A community-scale retrofit project in Colorado offers a path toward lowering power bills for a population that faces high levels of energy insecurity.

By Leslie Nemo • Oct. 25, 2024

Building retrofit data sheds light on energy efficiency: Harvard study

A two-year dataset on a residential-to-office building retrofit shows how low-energy and passive building systems can boost performance and sustainability in future projects, according to a paper published in Scientific Data.

By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 23, 2024

AI, data center load could drive ‘extraordinary’ rise in US electricity bills: Bain analyst

Utility revenue requirements to serve growing data center electricity demand could increase customer bills by 1% annually through 2032, according to Bain & Company.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 23, 2024

Nissan joins ChargeScape EV charging joint venture

The company, along with BMW, Ford and Honda, will deploy electric vehicle charging software aiming to simplify charging and return power to the grid.

By Kalena Thomhave • Oct. 22, 2024

Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution

Other automakers are also entering into strategic agreements to establish U.S. battery supply chains to qualify for the New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit of up to $7,500 on EVs.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024

GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity

The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 21, 2024

How to take charge of your fleet conversion

Which comes first, the electric vehicle or the infrastructure? For those planning fleet electrification, both must be among the considerations in a comprehensive planning approach.

Oct. 21, 2024

Unlocking the future of EV charging: Key insights every utility should know

Unlock the future of EV managed charging with research-backed insights that align utility strategies with customer preferences.

By Lee Ann Head • Oct. 21, 2024

GM Energy launches ‘PowerBank’ home energy storage unit for EVs

Customers can pair two stationary batteries for up to 35.4 kWh of energy storage, enough to power an average U.S. home for up to 20 hours.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 15, 2024

When building a wildfire resilient grid, keep going

Data-driven insights provide utilities with a deeper understanding of vulnerabilities, enabling them to prioritize investments and allocate resources effectively.

By Steve Vanderburg, Vice President - Weather & Risk Solutions, Technosylva • Oct. 14, 2024

‘Split incentive gap’ impedes building decarbonization, SMI says, as it suggests solutions

Emission reduction targets, legislative measures and green leases can resolve the misalignment between landlords and tenants in decarbonization efforts, the Sustainable Markets Initiative says.

By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 11, 2024

DOE allocates $43M+ to advance industrial decarbonization technologies

The projects selected for the funding are expected to have implications for operators of industrial and commercial buildings, a U.S. Department of Energy official says.

By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 11, 2024

LG Energy Solution aims to double revenue, reduce reliance on EV segment

The plans include advancing next-generation battery technology and establishing an energy storage software and services business.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 10, 2024

Demand flexibility programs ‘need to evolve’ as utilities shift to winter peaking: LBNL report

Today, most utilities in the U.S. operate summer-peaking electricity systems, but that could change as building electrification shifts consumption patterns.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 9, 2024

Affordable multifamily housing owners would get decarbonization help in NYC proposal

Building owners purchasing “offset certificates” to help meet Local Law 97’s greenhouse gas emissions-reduction requirements would pay into the fund.

By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 2, 2024

Hyundai, Kia launch advanced battery technology project

To better compete in the EV market, the automakers plan to jointly develop lithium iron phosphate battery cathode material manufacturing technology in South Korea.

By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 2, 2024

Utility conferences to watch in 2025

Start planning for 2025’s biggest power sector events, which will cover the clean energy transition, the impact of the 2024 elections and more.

By Larry Pearl, Ethan Howland, Robert Walton, Diana DiGangi • Oct. 1, 2024

White House backs $1B EV supplier fund

Monroe Capital’s managed fund is focused on helping small and medium-sized auto manufacturers transition to electric vehicle production.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 26, 2024