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Deep DiveWhy surging lithium prices haven't stopped cost declines for battery energy storage
Lithium is one of the hottest commodities in the market today, but analysts see a muted effect on battery costs.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
As Trump takes office, job growth is pushing GOP governors to embrace renewables
Economic development is changing the equation for wind and solar, but some say more work remains to ensure benefits are spread to all.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 17, 2017 -
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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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Sunrun partners with National Grid to expand rooftop solar, storage
National Grid is contributing $100 million to finance the initial buildout of 200 MW of distributed solar, including direct utility investment in the rooftop systems.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 17, 2017 -
NV Energy appeals December decision to partially restore net metering
The decision in Sierra Pacific Power's service territory transfers savings that were intended for a larger customer group, the utility's parent company told regulators.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 17, 2017 -
Proposed CA bill would require solar panels on 15% of new buildings
New bill would require solar power on 15% of new buildings in California not more than 10 stories tall.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 13, 2017 -
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Mercom: Global funding for the solar sector fell 64% in 2016
The largest drops came in the public market and debt market sectors, which saw roughly 30% declines, according to Mercom Capital Group.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 13, 2017 -
Minnesota utility begins shift from coal with NextEra wind deal
The 300 MW wind project is proposed to come online in 2019.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 13, 2017 -
Report: Top retailers, tech companies could contract 60 GW of green energy by 2025
Almost half of Fortune 500 companies are seeking to locate operations in states with clean energy production, according to a new report.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 13, 2017 -
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SEIA names new president, promising an era of solar collaboration
Abigail Ross Hopper, who previously directed the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, will replace longtime President Rhone Resch at the head of the nation's top solar lobbying group.
By Krysti Shallenberger • Jan. 13, 2017 -
Opinion
Step-by-step: What's the best deal to go off grid?
Victor Hill, an engineer at DENSO, takes you step-by-step on how to find the best deal to go off-grid.
By Victor Hill • Jan. 12, 2017 -
New York Gov. Cuomo backs 90 MW offshore wind farm
The Long Island offshore wind project will be part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's bid to expand offshore wind to 2.4 GW by 2030.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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Deep DiveSolar in 2017: As non-traditional markets break records, more doors open for utilities
A shift away from third party financing to cash or loan purchases has opened up a new window of opportunity for utilities.
By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 12, 2017 -
Montana bill to grandfather net metering reels in utility and solar support
But a second bill raising the net metering cap for government entities has drawn opposition from major utility NorthWestern Energy.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 12, 2017 -
BNEF: Global clean energy investment tumbled in 2016
While global clean energy investment fell 18% last year, U.S investments only declined 7%.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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Deep DiveHow will Ryan Zinke manage federal lands as head of the Interior Department?
Once seen as a moderate Republican, Zinke's recent record in Congress cast doubt on his conservation stances, critics say.
By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Vermont's newly-elected GOP governor backs 90% RPS
Gov. Phil Scott touted clean energy jobs as a positive factor for upholding the renewables goal.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Utility regulators nix Hawaiian Electric grid upgrade plan
Regulators gave the utility six months to develop a new strategy that will integrate more renewable energy.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Hawaii co-op signs deal for solar+storage project at 11¢/kWh
AES will pair a 20 MW, 100 MWh battery system with a 28 MW solar array to deliver dispatchable generation to the Kauai Island Electric Cooperative.
By Gavin Bade • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Wyoming lawmakers float measure to bag share of federal wind fees
A half dozen Wyoming lawmakers are pressing for a resolution to ask Congress for half of any fees paid for wind projects on federal land.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Navigant: Solar-plus-storage microgrid adoption 'more than just a fad'
The firm's most recent microgrid tracker identified nearly 1,700 projects worldwide, with more than half in North America.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 10, 2017 -
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Hawaiian Electric seeks offers for Oahu wind projects
HECO says the responses it receives may help inform a more formal request for proposals.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Deep Dive
In new QER, Moniz leaves path for Perry to follow at DOE
The new Quadrennial Energy Review lays out more than 70 recommendations for a cleaner, more secure energy system. How will the Trump administration respond?
By Gavin Bade • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Arizona regulators to reconsider grandfathering provisions in NEM decision
Both Arizona Public Service Co. and solar advocates want the grandfathering provision to cover pending interconnection applications.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Maryland Gov. Hogan rolls out $65M environmental plan
The agenda includes incentives for electric vehicles and training for clean energy jobs.
By Peter Maloney • Jan. 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Predictions 2017: 5 takes on what the new year will bring for renewable energy
More net metering debates and even higher corporate demand for wind and solar are on tap for 2017, according to sector insiders.
By Krysti Shallenberger • Jan. 5, 2017
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