DOE offers $35M for energy-efficient construction tech

The Department of Energy grants will favor techniques such as offsite manufacturing, robotics, digitization, automation and improved modeling.

By Kim Slowey • May 8, 2019

EVgo commits to powering chargers with 100% renewable energy

The electric vehicle charging network said it will rely on wind and solar energy, becoming the first in the United States to make such a commitment.

By Chris Teale • May 8, 2019

Tendril to acquire EnergySavvy, as utility customer engagement focus grows

The deal "creates a platform that unites all residential utility customer data, analytics and insights in one place," said EnergySavvy CEO Aaron Goldfeder.

By Robert Walton • May 7, 2019

Nebraska surprise: State poised to become Midwest building efficiency leader

The state legislature approved adopting international building energy codes that would be the strongest in the region — "not something you'd think would come out of Nebraska," efficiency advocates said.

By Robert Walton • May 6, 2019

Virginia approves $226M suite of Dominion efficiency, DR programs through June 2024

The state enacted legislation in 2018 requiring the utility to propose $870 million in energy efficiency programming through 2028.

By Robert Walton • May 3, 2019

Green Mountain Power pilots Tesla batteries as meters

The technology uses Powerwall battery packs to measure energy use for 18 months, with plans to test other systems as part of their vision to have batteries in every home.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • May 2, 2019

Los Angeles releases its own 'Green New Deal', ensuring 100% renewables by 2045

The sustainability plan expands and accelerates goals for a cleaner environment, stronger economy and more resilient city.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 2, 2019

Marijuana prices have collapsed, forcing growers to focus on energy efficiency

Experts say the biggest opportunities to reduce energy use in the cannabis sector are in the design phase of a new grow operation.

By Robert Walton • May 1, 2019

California utilities reject automated demand response incentives for battery storage controls

The state's three large investor-owned utilities say battery installers are more focused on value stacking than participating in existing demand response programs to qualify for Auto-DR incentives.

By Robert Walton • May 1, 2019

It's the 'largest brake' on greenhouse gases, but we're not pushing hard enough

The numbers show that in the United States, and across much of the world, we’ve made big progress on energy efficiency in the past few decades, proving that we can do more with less.

By Jason Hartke • May 1, 2019

Southern California Edison to add 195 MW of energy storage, DR by 2021

Southern California Edison has selected seven energy storage and demand response projects to meet customer reliability needs by 2021 and further decrease the state's reliance on gas.

By HJ Mai • April 30, 2019

AEE: Advanced energy industry revenues grew to $238B in 2018

Transportation electrification and building efficiency dominated revenue growth last year, increasing $25 billion over 2017.

By Catherine Morehouse • April 29, 2019

Chicago to install 40K LED streetlights in next phase of efficiency plan

Mayor Rahm Emanuel and utility ComEd have said the city will save an estimated $100 million over the next decade through the energy efficiency upgrades.

By Jason Plautz • April 28, 2019

Con Edison announces deal to end Westchester moratorium on gas hookups

The agreement for an extra 110,000 dekatherms of natural gas capacity would let the utility create new connections by November 2023 in a county near New York City, where demand for heating has grown with new construction.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • April 25, 2019

Oregon directs utilities to show plans for accelerating transportation electrification

Oregon has aggressive clean transportation goals to complement its renewable portfolio standard, but the state's utilities will need to do some work to meet them.

By Robert Walton • April 25, 2019

DC's transit agency announces Energy Action Plan

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority aims to create the country's first LEED certified transit station, among other initiatives.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 24, 2019

Google Maps adds live EV charger information

Drivers can search for nearby charging stations, as well as real-time information charger availability, the type of port and charging speeds.

By Jason Plautz • April 24, 2019

NYC passes sweeping 'Climate Mobilization Act'

The legislation calls for cutting buildings emissions, installing green roofs and moving the city toward shutting its 24 natural gas-fired power plants.

By Chris Teale • April 22, 2019

Iowa House jumps on EV registration fee trend as solution to lower gas tax revenue

If the fee is ultimately enacted, Iowa would join 20 other states taking similar steps to replace the gasoline taxes not paid by EV drivers.

By Robert Walton • April 22, 2019

Tucson Electric proposal would maintain efficiency funding

The Arizona Corporation Commission approved the utility's 2018 energy efficiency implementation plan in February. Tucson Electric is proposing to use the same budget in its 2019 and 2020 plans.

By Robert Walton • April 18, 2019

Utility customer service offerings get digital upgrades

Bidgely and Oracle unveiled analytics tools designed to help utilities bring the customer experience into the era of big data.

By Robert Walton • April 17, 2019

Navigant: Residential DR will triple by 2028, global capacity to top 47 GW

Utilities around the globe are utilizing residential demand response, but North America and Europe are expected to lead growth for the next decade, according to a new report.

By Robert Walton • April 17, 2019

Hawaiian Electric targets nearly 1.4 GWh storage, 135 MW solar equivalent in latest solicitation

If approved by Hawaii regulators, the second phase of the utility's procurement plans would compensate for the planned closure of two fossil-fuel power plants and bring the state closer to its 100% renewable energy goal.

By HJ Mai • April 11, 2019

Montana AMI bill moves past policy 'animosity', eases state into smart meter technology

A new law directs regulators to consider whether utilities installing smart meters must allow customers to opt out. Advocates say it's an incremental step in improving the state's electric grid — and discourse.

By Robert Walton • April 10, 2019

Enel X inks exclusive deal with Ameren, will provide 100 MW demand response

Ameren Missouri now has 26 energy efficiency programs that include $120 million in customer incentives and rebates.

By Robert Walton • April 10, 2019