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Connecticut's energy strategy update focuses on renewables, grid modernization
The draft plan would increase the state's renewables goal to 30% by 2030.
By Robert Walton • July 28, 2017 -
House approves minibus spending bill with deep cuts to DOE funds
The four-agency spending bill would cut energy programs at the Department of Energy by more than 17%, eliminating the ARPA-E program but preserving fossil fuel research.
By Gavin Bade • July 28, 2017 -
Explore the Trendlineâž”
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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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North Carolina governor signs solar bill, targets wind moratorium with executive order
Immediately after signing the solar compromise, Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order telling state officials to continue planning for wind projects despite an 18-month moratorium in the bill.
By Krysti Shallenberger • July 27, 2017 -
Arizona regulatory judge recommends approval of APS, solar settlement
The administrative law judge ruling moves a March settlement on solar compensation one step away from approval.
By Krysti Shallenberger • July 27, 2017 -
SunEdison secures final approval for bankruptcy deal
The bankruptcy court settlement resolves some lawsuits stemming from the company’s demise, but a shareholder suit is still ongoing.
By Peter Maloney • July 27, 2017 -
California Gov. Brown signs carbon trading extension to 2030
The program, a key part of California's climate efforts, has been under attack by opponents who call it an illegal tax.
By Peter Maloney • July 27, 2017 -
AEP proposes $4.5B to buy 2 GW Oklahoma wind farm
The Wind Catcher project, slated for a 2020 completion, is one of the biggest wind farms under construction in the U.S.
By Krysti Shallenberger • July 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Love the one you're with: Hawaii regulators begrudgingly accept HECO energy plan
The order accepting Hawaiian Electric's third plan to get to 100% renewable energy leaves contentious cost and procurement debates to future dockets.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 27, 2017 -
Trump formally establishes infrastructure council, with focus on energy
A nonprofit group is already suing the federal government over the council, saying it has been meeting in secret.
By Robert Walton • July 26, 2017 -
Opinion
The state of wholesale power markets; Principles for managing an evolving power mix
To harmonize state policies and power markets, Energy Innovation analysts say policymakers should define modern market parameters and then leave them mostly alone.
By Eric Gimon, Robbie Orvis • July 25, 2017 -
GE
Deep DiveGas plant makers embrace batteries with hybrid machines
Manufacturers are responding to market demands for flexibility by combining energy storage with conventional generating plants.
By Peter Maloney • July 25, 2017 -
Getty
Sponsored by PA ConsultingIn a distributed energy world, customer choice—not political leadership—will drive clean energy forward
Customers seeking clean energy for their homes, businesses, and communities—and not governmental leadership—will be the driving force for clean energy adoption over the coming decades.
By David Cherney, Walter Rojowsky, and Charles Janecek • July 25, 2017 -
Dominion Energy seeks renewable generation for large customers
The utility prefers the projects be located in Virginia, but would consider resources anywhere in the PJM footprint.
By Robert Walton • July 25, 2017 -
Crescent Dunes CSP plant producing power after 8 months offline
NV Energy is tight-lipped over details surrounding the repairs to fix a leak in a container of molten salt that took the plant offline last year.
By Robert Walton • July 25, 2017 -
UK outlines plan for major grid upgrades, battery storage investments
The U.K. government plans to invest $320 million in battery storage technology over a 4-year span.
By Peter Maloney • July 25, 2017 -
Stem
Deep DiveHiding in plain sight: Aggregated DERs in wholesale power markets
Distributed resources can't yet compete like traditional generators in U.S. power markets, but demand response products allow them a foot in the door.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 24, 2017 -
Deep Dive
DER aggregation: Sector experts identify emerging trends in a nascent market
Wholesale market changes and new regulatory frameworks are key to expanding the sector.
By Krysti Shallenberger • July 24, 2017 -
DOE partners with Xcel, Panasonic, to test smart city ideas in Denver
Peña Station NEXT is a planned 382-acre mixed-use development that will feature renewable energy, storage, LED street lighting and autonomous transportation.
By Robert Walton • July 24, 2017 -
Opinion
Colorado clean energy: 4 reasons the future is bright despite Trump
Earthjustice's Michael Hiatt says renewables and efficiency will continue growing in the state, regardless of federal policy.
By Michael Hiatt • July 21, 2017 -
DOE geothermal project aims to expand technology's reach
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory will lead a research effort with seven national laboratories and six universities to remove technical barriers to enhanced geothermal systems.
By Robert Walton • July 21, 2017 -
SDG&E
Alectra and AMP form partnership to develop C&I energy storage projects
Alectra, the third largest municipal utility in North America, already has a solar-plus-storage offering for residential customers.
By Peter Maloney • July 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
5 new strategies to design more effective utility DER pilots
A new RMI report uses insights from utility pilots and demonstration projects to form a roadmap for the energy transition.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 20, 2017 -
Vermont regulators to examine grid modernization
The staff of the Public Service Board will lead an initial workshop in August.
By Robert Walton • July 19, 2017 -
Washington regulators approve Microsoft deal to buy clean energy on open power markets
The tech giant will pay a $23.6 million transition fee to Puget Sound Energy.
By Robert Walton • July 19, 2017 -
Consumers Energy announces first solar+storage project for Michigan city
The solar-plus-storage project is part of the utility's effort to help build an "energy district" in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan.
By Robert Walton • July 19, 2017
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