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Deep DiveNew York's energy storage target could end up at 3 GW by 2030
The state's target could go beyond the 1,500 MW goal, but the roadmap outlined key regulatory recommendations necessary to foster investment and deployment.
By Peter Maloney • July 10, 2018 -
Diamond Generating wins key permits for $1.5B gas plant to power NYC
The 1.2 GW plant in New Jersey's Meadowlands received crucial water permits but still needs air quality authorizations and approval from state and federal agencies.
By Peter Maloney • July 10, 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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Wind developers wait for November to see market signals in Maine
After months of a moratorium on wind development, the industry is waiting for this fall's election to see if a new governor will create a more supportive policy environment.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 10, 2018 -
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OpinionEnergy & utility leaders: How to transform with little to no room for error
From repairing and replacing decades-old infrastructure, to innovating new ways of providing clean energy, the utility industry is facing a powerful set of circumstances with high risk, writes David Carder of Kotter.
By David Carder • July 9, 2018 -
Arizona regulator seeks efficient path for 80% clean energy rule
Commissioner Andy Tobin proposed July 5 to merge his Arizona Energy Modernization Plan into the state's existing Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff framework.
By Robert Walton • July 7, 2018 -
California lawmakers push 100% clean energy bill closer to governor's desk
If approved by the California Assembly and signed by Gov. Jerry Brown, the state would target 100% renewables and emissions-free energy by 2045.
By Robert Walton • July 6, 2018 -
First Great Lakes offshore wind project scores tentative Ohio approval
It's taken almost a decade, but Lake Erie Energy Development Co.'s Icebreaker project may be in the home stretch.
By Robert Walton • July 6, 2018 -
Future of Minnesota Power gas plant uncertain after ALJ ruling
Administrative Law Judge Jeanne Cochran found the utility did not give enough consideration to alternatives such as wind and solar power, energy efficiency or even a small gas-fired peaking plant.
By Peter Maloney • July 5, 2018 -
Hawaii far from 100% renewables — but running ahead of schedule, state finds
Last year, Hawaii's renewable portfolio topped 25%, far ahead of 2015's interim statutory target of 15%. Still, a large majority of the island's electricity is generated by oil.
By Robert Walton • July 5, 2018 -
Taming the duck: Arizona Public Service seeks 106 MW storage for solar plants
APS is looking for batteries to soak up midday sun and help alleviate its duck curve problem.
By Peter Maloney • July 5, 2018 -
Solar at New York brownfields, landfills could see boost from updated review process
The state's Department of Environmental Conservation adopted a package of rules allowing a few types of solar installations to forego further scrutiny.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 5, 2018 -
PG&E to replace 3 gas plants with world's biggest battery projects
The projects would eliminate the need to keep three Calpine plants running as reliability must-run resources and shore up congestion issues.
By Peter Maloney • July 3, 2018 -
Nevada regulators approve NV Energy's first EV infrastructure program
NV Energy partnered with the state on a joint initiative to increase access to charging infrastructure between major urban centers and to mitigate customers' range anxiety.
By Robert Walton • July 3, 2018 -
Let the sun shine in: New material could help turn buildings into power plants
Researchers in Michigan have developed a transparent solar cell that could allow windows to generate power, but more work is needed to increase its conversion efficiency beyond its current 0.5%.
By Peter Maloney • July 2, 2018 -
Sempra to sell 2.6 GW renewable portfolio, gas storage assets
The divestitures mark the start of a three-phase effort to "optimize" the company's business portfolio and come amid increasing pressure from activist investors.
By Peter Maloney • June 29, 2018 -
Missouri approves 100% renewable tariff for Ameren's large customers
The utility will need to obtain separate regulatory approval and interconnect agreements for any owned or procured renewable energy sources supporting the program.
By Robert Walton • June 29, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Can California avert new gas plants with distributed resources? SoCal Ed offers a test case
Regulators will soon decide between two paths regarding SCE's proposed pilot — one where DER remains secondary to natural gas and another where they move to transform the distribution system.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 28, 2018 -
South Carolina lawmakers decline to remove limits on solar
Developers and renewable advocates criticized state legislators for cutting the proposal from the budget bill. Major utilities in South Carolina are expected to meet the net metering cap this year.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • June 28, 2018 -
Dynamic Grid Systems will rebuild a small Maine utility from the ground up
Isle au Haut, Maine, has less than 150 electric subscribers but faces the same challenges as larger utilities when it comes to integrating stable, renewable energy.
By Robert Walton • June 27, 2018 -
GE streamlines focus on renewables, gas turbines and power services
The global conglomerate is searching for the sweet spot for its gas turbine business, intending to sell its distributed power unit and its interest in oil services.
By Robert Walton • June 26, 2018 -
Fuel cost risk sharing order for Hawaiian Electric seen as 'landmark' clean energy driver
The risk sharing between HECO and its customers is capped at $2.5 million per year to protect the utility from "significant unanticipated increases in fuel prices," while prodding it to reduce prices and fuel use.
By Robert Walton • June 26, 2018 -
New Jersey to end solar credit program, develop alternative support
Legislation signed by Gov. Phil Murphy in May aims to grow the state's "clean energy economy" and calls for transitioning the SREC program to a more sustainable framework.
By Robert Walton • June 25, 2018 -
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Tesla plans to pare back residential solar business, Reuters reports
Internal company documents show plans to shutter more than a dozen solar installation facilities around the country.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • June 25, 2018 -
US solar industry gets boost with new IRS guidance
The much-anticipated clarification allows developers to qualify for a 30% tax credit if they can prove that they invested at least 5% of the total expected installation costs by the end of 2019.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • June 25, 2018 -
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Kauai utility moves ahead with Tesla, AES storage on road to 70% renewables
In February, the Kauai Island Utility Cooperative board updated the co-op's goal to 70% renewables by 2030. KIUC expects to reach it by the end of 2019.
By Robert Walton • June 25, 2018
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