Renewables: Page 149
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Canada poised to implement carbon price by 2018
Canada's federal government and 10 provinces will soon agree on a national carbon price, marking a split with expected U.S. climate policies.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 9, 2016 -
Report for ERMF questions long-term sustainability of net metering
A report from Meridian Energy Policy notes that the value of rooftop solar is likely to diminish as more of it is added to the grid.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 9, 2016 -
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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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Updated: Arizona proposal seeks to mandate renewable generation during peak demand hours
A fix to the renewables mandate floated by the state’s consumer advocate would require a portion of wind and solar resources to deliver power when electricity demand is highest.
By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 9, 2016 -
As time runs out on bipartisan energy bill, senators propose 100% clean energy goal
House leadership has indicated there will be no energy bill to emerge from this session of Congress. Senators say there is still time, and a few in that chamber are pressing anew for aggressive climate goals.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 9, 2016 -
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Ohio Senate freezes energy standards for 2 more years
The measure now heads to Gov. John Kasich (R), who has threatened to veto the continued freeze of renewable and efficiency goals.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 9, 2016 -
South Dakota regulators pause Xcel fuel rider request to mull Minnesota solar costs
Regulators worry the solar installations could boost rates for South Dakota customers in Xcel's territory.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 8, 2016 -
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Can new tariff models help Massachusetts solve the rooftop solar compensation puzzle?
Getting past the usual debates on net metering may depend on yet-unproven rooftop solar incentives floated by state officials.
By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 8, 2016 -
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The little-watched renewables case that could bring big changes to federal-state jurisdiction
Wind and solar developers are watching the Allco case for implications on how states structure programs to meet renewable energy targets.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 8, 2016 -
EIA: 3rd parties own 30% of distributed solar
But utilities in 20 states didn't report TPO solar due to low penetration or laws prohibiting it.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 8, 2016 -
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AEE: Renewable energy demand rising rapidly among large corporations
More than 70 of Fortune 100 companies have set renewable energy or sustainability targets, up from 60 just two years ago, according to a new report.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 7, 2016 -
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Why NARUC wants state regulators to incentivize utility cloud computing
Allowing utilities to earn a return on cloud-based software could help them better serve customers and operate the modern grid, according to a new NARUC resolution.
By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 7, 2016 -
Updated: Illinois Gov. Rauner signs Exelon nuclear legislation
The bill to support unprofitable nukes and expand clean energy and efficiency passed the General Assembly last week.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 7, 2016 -
New England Clean Power Link transmission line clears key US permit hurdle
The transmission project would link Canadian power suppliers with New England customers.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 7, 2016 -
First two Vermont munis build solar projects
Utilities in Stowe and Hyde Park are the first municipally-owned power providers to build solar in the state.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 6, 2016 -
NRDC: US transition to renewables is 'is irrevocably underway'
Natural Resources Defense Council's annual report on renewable energy said 20% of the U.S. population lives in states with aggressive renewables goals.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Google to hit 100% renewables milestone in 2017
The internet giant's plan to be carbon-free in 2017 is among the most aggressive in a trend of technology companies opting for renewable energy.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016 -
California air regulator rolls out draft plan to achieve 2030 climate goals
The California Air Resources Board plans to utilize the state's cap-and-trade program to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40% below 1990 levels.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016 -
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OpinionFour reasons 30% wind and solar is technically no big deal
Many regions are already operating power systems with more renewable energy than previously thought possible, an NREL analyst points out.
By Aaron Bloom • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Oregon Gov. Brown leaves solar tax credits out of 2017-19 budget proposal
Legislative leaders support extending the tax credits, but tough choices lie ahead to fill a $1.7 billion shortfall.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 5, 2016 -
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Arizona consumer advocate proposes timing tweaks for renewable standard
Adding a timing component to the renewable portfolio standard could make distributed energy resources more valuable to the grid, a new report says.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Former NRG CEO Crane joins board of advocacy group Vote Solar
David Crane led NRG Energy from 2003 through its bankruptcy last year.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Illinois passes sweeping energy bill with support for Exelon nuclear plants
Gov. Bruce Rauner (R) is expected to sign the bill that would touch nearly every aspect of the state's power sector.
By Peter Maloney • Dec. 2, 2016 -
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Louisiana regulators lift net metering caps, preserve retail rates until final review
The rules are subject to a 6-month to two-year review before being finalized.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016 -
SolarCity expands into Florida after Amendment 1 defeat
Customers can choose the company's loan product or opt for a cash sale since third-party financing is still illegal.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016 -
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In New Hampshire, stakeholders debate the next NEM successor tariff
Proposals including demand charges and TOU solar compensation could help boost energy storage.
By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 1, 2016
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