Regulation & Policy: Page 187
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Updated: Illinois Gov. Rauner signs Exelon nuclear legislation
The bill to support unprofitable nukes and expand clean energy and efficiency passed the General Assembly last week.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 7, 2016 -
First two Vermont munis build solar projects
Utilities in Stowe and Hyde Park are the first municipally-owned power providers to build solar in the state.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Explore the Trendlineâž”
adamkaz via Getty ImagesTrendlineThe Energy Transition to Renewables
New policy and business actions are giving a significant boost to renewable energy in the U.S., but opposition is growing and grid interconnection, permitting, labor and other challenges remain.
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Memo from Trump's energy transition leader could yield hints at future policy
Days before American Energy Alliance President Thomas Pyle was named head of Donald Trump's energy transition team, he sent a memo outlining what he expected from the incoming administration.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Inside construction of the world's largest lithium ion battery storage facility
SDG&E's 120 MWh Escondido storage project is being built in less than six months to help mitigate a natural gas shortage in southern California.
By Gavin Bade • Dec. 6, 2016 -
California air regulator rolls out draft plan to achieve 2030 climate goals
The California Air Resources Board plans to utilize the state's cap-and-trade program to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40% below 1990 levels.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Oregon Gov. Brown leaves solar tax credits out of 2017-19 budget proposal
Legislative leaders support extending the tax credits, but tough choices lie ahead to fill a $1.7 billion shortfall.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Deep Dive
How PG&E's EV charging pilot will test utility ownership models
A new proposed decision seeks to strike the right balance between utility investment and third party participation.
By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Arizona consumer advocate proposes timing tweaks for renewable standard
Adding a timing component to the renewable portfolio standard could make distributed energy resources more valuable to the grid, a new report says.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Utility regulator Robert Burns rejects settlement with Arizona Public Service
Arizona Public Service had offered to accept new disclosure requirements if Burns would halt his quest for more information on the utility's past political spending.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Ohio utility regulator resigns after Senate panel spurns appointment
Republican lawmakers called the Democrat's past work as an energy lawyer into question, saying he would often have to recuse himself.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Moniz: DOE programs must 'show value added' to survive in Trump administration
The secretary spoke at the third anniversary of DOE's Minorities in Energy program, which he said should continue after Jan. 20.
By Gavin Bade • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Illinois passes sweeping energy bill with support for Exelon nuclear plants
Gov. Bruce Rauner (R) is expected to sign the bill that would touch nearly every aspect of the state's power sector.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 2, 2016 -
White House rushing out energy efficiency rules in flurry of 11th-hour actions
Several new efficiency rules could impact furnaces, commercial boilers and portable air conditioners.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Potential EPA candidate says renewables 'should compete on their own terms'
Kathleen Hartnett White, who leads a conservative think tank in Texas, is a possible selection to lead the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Deep Dive
In New Hampshire, stakeholders debate the next NEM successor tariff
Proposals including demand charges and TOU solar compensation could help boost energy storage.
By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Last-minute amendments slow progress on Exelon Illinois bill as deadline nears
Exelon and ComEd reached an agreement with Gov. Bruce Rauner that could see the bill signed — if legislators can push it through in time.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Votes nearing, efficiency changes in Exelon Illinois bill draw environmental support
Further changes to Exelon's far-reaching Illinois legislation have won over some green groups, but lawmakers only have through Thursday to pass the bill.
By Peter Maloney • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Without the Clean Power Plan, are nuclear plants essential to combat climate change?
A new report says emissions would skyrocket if nuclear plants are shuttered, but some in California say that's not a given.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Georgia Power Vogtle franchise fees head to the state Supreme Court
Two new reactor's at Georgia Power's Vogtle nuclear station are on track for 2019 and 2020 startup, but the utility is still fighting for recovery of some costs.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Congressional lawmakers restore key provisions to advance bipartisan energy bill
The U.S House and Senate are continuing to try and merge their energy bills into one piece of legislation that President Obama could sign before he leaves office.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Deep Dive
AMS CEO: Energy storage can reach scale without subsidies
The biggest problem for energy storage is scale, and Advanced Microgrid Solutions has a plan to get there.
By Peter Maloney • Nov. 29, 2016 -
Illinois lawmakers still shaping Exelon nuclear bill ahead of planned Wednesday vote
The far-reaching legislation has seen a number of controversial provisions stripped from it as lawmakers try to push it through during the shortened session.
By Peter Maloney • Nov. 29, 2016 -
Deep Dive
The top 10 utility regulatory commission issues of 2016
From rate design to grid modernization and storage, AEE outlined the top power sector regulatory issues of the year.
By Krysti Shallenberger • Nov. 28, 2016 -
Nova Scotia plans cap-and-trade program for power plant CO2 emissions
Nova Scotia's program would align the province with a new central government plan to phase out traditional coal plants by 2030.
By Peter Maloney • Nov. 28, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Why demand response providers aren't happy with PJM's capacity market fix
The grid operator says new rules will make it easier for seasonal resources to participate, but DR boosters say they don't go far enough.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 23, 2016