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Deep DiveSolar Power International 2014: 'The best energy we have had for years'
Utility participation in solar’s annual conclave is bigger than ever—right down to the gift bags.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Leverage: How a municipalization threat created a unique energy partnership in Minneapolis
Organizers in Minneapolis found a novel way to gain the upper hand in negotiations with utilities.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 23, 2014 -
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TrendlineSustainability
Companies are pursuing increasingly ambitous sustainability goals around clean energy, but integrating rising amounts of renewables, minimizing environmental impacts, and achieving carbon reduction targets can be challenging.
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Appeals court grants stay on decision to overturn FERC Order 745
The decision means Order 745 is technically alive, though perhaps only through mid-December.
By Gavin Bade • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Deep DiveThe 'epic fail' on solar's doorstep—and how the grid can help
There is about to be too much solar at the midday peak and, without the grid, the cost could be great.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Head of Nuclear Regulatory Commission to resign
Allison M. Macfarlane will step down on Jan. 1, with more than three years left in her term.
By Gavin Bade • Oct. 22, 2014 -
EPA's carbon rule for modified power plants is illegal, industry groups say
The standard amounts to double regulation of modified generating units, groups argued in comments filed with the EPA.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 22, 2014 -
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Senate may push to extend wind incentives in lame duck session
The future of the wind PTC and nearly 60 other incentives could be decided after the Nov. 4 elections.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Oregon: Efficiency measures should be counted toward carbon caps
Under proposed rules, 88 percent of the state's efficiency programs would not count toward CO2 emission goals.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 22, 2014 -
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Deep DiveSolar's tax credit fight could lead to 'Tomorrow Power & Light' or 'World War III'
The fight for solar’s tax credit could be a war against oil and gas interests but also lead to a 21st century system.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 21, 2014 -
Nevada regulators launch investigation into smart meter fires
Utilities in Oregon, Pennsylvania and Canada have replaced Sensus meters after reports of fires.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 21, 2014 -
Michigan senators challenge Upper Peninsula rate increase
Northern MI residents shouldn't pay for the upkeep of an old, dirty coal plant, they say.
By Gavin Bade • Oct. 20, 2014 -
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CPS Energy proposes net metering alternative based on wholesale markets
CPS Energy wants to small solar providers to compete for power purchase agreements.
By Gavin Bade • Oct. 20, 2014 -
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Nuclear operators seek to extend life of reactors to 80 years
Keeping nuclear plants online could save money and help meet emissions targets, but is it safe?
By Robert Walton • Oct. 20, 2014 -
Michigan bill could exempt wind power from zoning, building permits
The bill would add wind power to the state's "Right to Farm" law.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 20, 2014 -
FERC lowers New England transmission ROE to 10.57%
Federal regulators will also review the return on equity of transmission owners in the Midcontinent ISO.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 20, 2014 -
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Minneapolis inks unique energy deal, ending municipalization battle
The city's tentative agreements with Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy focus on providing more sustainable power.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 20, 2014 -
Ohio regulators eliminate in-state sourcing for renewables
PUCO's decision is more bad news for Ohio's solar industry.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 20, 2014 -
San Francisco proposal would put solar on nearly every new roof
The law would double the city’s solar, but could make new builds costly.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 17, 2014 -
Austin Energy pushes back on City Council's solar mandate
The municipal Texas utility wants less solar and new natural gas to keep rates down.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 17, 2014 -
CPUC proposes sanctions against PG&E
A CPUC law judge recommends strict communication limits, fine of more than $1 million.
By Gavin Bade • Oct. 17, 2014 -
New Hampshire regulators could tighten utility affiliate rules
Generators in New England are wary of a PPA between Public Service Co. of New Hampshire and Hydro-Québec.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 17, 2014 -
Xcel to convert its Black Dog coal plant to natural gas
The cost of compliance with EPA emissions rules makes using coal too costly.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 16, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Have rumors of concentrated solar's demise been greatly exaggerated?
Everyone agrees the industry is in a rough patch, but experts say a turnaround could be in the offing.
By Gavin Bade • Oct. 16, 2014 -
NY Gov. Cuomo signs law extending tax breaks for solar
The legislation also doubles the size of the solar credit.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 16, 2014 -
AEP challenges net metering law in Ohio Supreme Court
The utility has taken its case over net metering payments to the Ohio Supreme Court.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 16, 2014
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