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California county brings in a ringer to champion the return of local net metering
Renova, the largest solar installer in the region, has stepped in to defend the county's new ordinance requiring Imperial Irrigation District to restart its net metering program.
By Robert Walton • July 24, 2018 -
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As California grid expansion nears finish line, hurdles only get higher
"With this bill, anything we do makes someone grumpy," said one architect of legislation to create a full Western electricity market.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 24, 2018 -
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TrendlineThe 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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Western RTO could save California $1.5B per year by 2030, report says
A full regional power market could create jobs and boost renewables, but some California stakeholders worry about impacts on the state's leading environmental policies.
By Robert Walton • July 23, 2018 -
IPL rate deal largely avoids fixed charge hike
The utility had requested a $10 increase to fixed charges that opponents said would reduce distributed solar and harm elderly and low-income ratepayers.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 23, 2018 -
Analyst: Global solar industry will contract this year
Estimates vary widely, with Goldman Sachs analysts predicting a steep decline. A rebound is expected next year.
By Robert Walton • July 23, 2018 -
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Sponsored by innogy consultingHow can utilities prepare for the approaching electric vehicle boom?
An electric vehicle boom is coming to the U.S., are you ready?
By Glenn R. George, Ph.D. • July 20, 2018 -
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DOE rolls out $2B loan guarantee program for renewable energy on tribal lands
Solar-plus-storage projects could be the focus of the DOE's new loan guarantee program.
By Peter Maloney • July 19, 2018 -
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Deep DiveRise of net zero energy homes could boost utility-led community solar
Modeling of new energy-efficient home developments found community solar offers system advantages not available from rooftop solar.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 19, 2018 -
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Report details 'bottom-up' climate strategies for cities, states
The America's Pledge report covers 10 opportunities for climate action, including expanding renewable energy and accelerating retirement of coal power.
By Jason Plautz • July 18, 2018 -
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Transmission line is 'game changer' for AEP's $4.5B Wind Catcher, Texas PUC chair says
Texas regulators last week honed in on ratepayer risks and benefits of the proposed 2,000 MW wind farm and 360 mile transmission line.
By Peter Maloney • July 18, 2018 -
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APS spends $11 million to keep 50% renewables measure off ballot
The utility says it is concerned the measure would lead it to retire its Palo Verde nuclear plant early, an argument contested by environmental groups.
By Gavin Bade • July 18, 2018 -
Duke nixes 500 MW wind buy over transmission cost concerns
A request for proposals for wind projects capable of supplying energy for 20 years has been abandoned, said Duke, after proposals came in at too high a cost.
By Robert Walton • July 17, 2018 -
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Has FERC's landmark transmission planning effort made transmission building harder?
An Obama-era rule to grow transmission for the power system’s transition to renewable resources has been called into question.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 17, 2018 -
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Arizona regulators open first US transactive energy docket
Other utility reform dockets have considered elements of transactive energy, but the Arizona Corporation Commission is the first to address the issue in a specific proceeding.
By Gavin Bade • July 17, 2018 -
California regulators approve 2nd SoCal Ed pilot to test DER over gas
The state's Public Utilities Commission authorized Southern California Edison to recover the costs of 19 contracts for preferred resources, including solar+storage.
By Robert Walton • July 16, 2018 -
Deep DiveAs corporate PPAs surge, consultants aim to bring lower prices
A lack of transparency and reliance on bilateral deals could mean corporations are leaving money on the table.
By Peter Maloney • July 16, 2018 -
Duke region hits South Carolina net metering cap
As other utilities move toward the 2% limit on distributed energy resources, Duke Energy Carolinas will allow customers to sign up for the net metering program through the end of July.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 13, 2018 -
Rising renewables, falling gas propel California past carbon reduction goal
The state is two years ahead of its plan to reduce carbon emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. But more difficult goals lie ahead — the state must cut emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2050.
By Robert Walton • July 13, 2018 -
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New investor-backed campaign targets a trillion dollars for US renewables
The right policies could bring significant investment to renewables by 2030, but first the White House must see such clean energy resources as the right politics for Trump country.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 13, 2018 -
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DC considering 100% renewable by 2032, but no carbon tax
A new measure could require 100% renewable energy, but some advocates are disappointed that the bill did not require a carbon tax.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
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Pennsylvania draft plan calls for 11 GW in-state solar
The Department of Environmental Protection issued a draft plan to expand solar resources to make up 10% of the state's retail sales by 2030.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Missouri delays closing Asbury coal plant, advances scaled-back wind program
Empire District Electric had proposed developing 800 MW but regulators trimmed the renewable capacity to 600 MW. The closure of its Asbury coal plant has been delayed.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Summer demand could push US gas generation to record levels: EIA
Gas-fired generation could challenge 2016's high water mark for electricity generation share, EIA says.
By Peter Maloney • July 12, 2018 -
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New York power users fear paying twice for clean energy attributes
A group of large electric customers has asked the PSC to ensure a carbon pricing proposal being considered by the state's grid operator does not lead to double payments for some clean energy suppliers.
By Robert Walton • July 11, 2018 -
Duke boosts solar in North Carolina, but storage addition brings controversy
The utility launched two programs July 10 that are expected to significantly increase solar power in the state — an RFP for 680 MW of renewable resources and a $62 million solar rebate program.
By Peter Maloney • July 11, 2018
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