Renewables: Page 168
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Utility fund backs big data company AutoGrid in VC round
AutoGrid raises $20 million to deploy software designed to enable a variety of distributed resources.
By Peter Maloney • May 24, 2016 -
SolarCity: Nevada rooftop solar delivers 1.6¢/kWh in net benefits to grid
A new report from the leading rooftop solar installer argues previous analyses of solar's value to the state have been incomplete.
By Gavin Bade • May 24, 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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Deep DiveA grid of DERs: DOE program aims for 100% solar penetration on the distribution system
The new SunShot program will dole out $25M to solutions aimed at integrating truly unprecedented amounts of distributed generation.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 24, 2016 -
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Sponsored by First SolarThin Film PV Pulls Ahead in Technology Race
Thanks to a focus on R&D for thin film photovoltaic solar, First Solar has increased efficiency and decreased costs for utility-scale systems.
May 24, 2016 -
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Deep DiveThe U.S. needs more transmission. One Midwest project could provide a collaborative model.
A new report outlines how 11 utilities leaped big hurdles to build the 800-mile CapX2020 project.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 23, 2016 -
Arizona begins hearings on co-op plan for higher fixed charges, lower net metering rates
The Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative rate case request includes a special charge to rooftop solar customers and a cut in net metering rates.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 23, 2016 -
New York PSC enacts new revenue models for utilities in REV proceeding
Utilities in the Empire State have new options to earn revenue, though the traditional cost-of-service model was preserved by regulators as well.
By Gavin Bade • May 20, 2016 -
North Carolina bill would sharply restrict utility-scale renewables siting
The bill would require developers to conceal solar farms and keep the noise from wind facilities to near the volume of a human whisper.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 20, 2016 -
DOE releases comprehensive overview of efforts to cut solar costs
The SunShot program is 5 years into its 10 year run and 70% of the way to cutting solar cost to $0.06/kWh.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 20, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Caps raised, New Hampshire turns attention to imminent struggle over solar value
A new law that raised net metering caps also directed state regulators to devise a new solar incentive program within 10 months. Already some innovative proposals are surfacing.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 19, 2016 -
Nevada governor's task force committee recommends grandfathering rooftop solar customers
A group on the energy task force convened by Gov. Brian Sandoval has passed a resolution recommending grandfathering, and it could end up being included in a future energy bill.
By Gavin Bade • May 19, 2016 -
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Maine cities put solar plans on hold as state awaits regulators' action on net metering
National solar installers lobbied against the bill, saying it would give utilities too much power, but local developers worry a PUC review of net metering could ultimately be worse for their industry.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 19, 2016 -
Deep Dive
'Like putting a man on the moon': How U.S. utilities can break into the offshore wind market
A new report brings lessons to bear from the European sector for U.S. companies looking to be leaders in the emerging market.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 19, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Making waves: DOE reboots marine hydrokinetic energy program to push commercialization
A new competition and enhanced funding aim to move MHK technologies out of the "Wright brothers stage of development."
By Herman K. Trabish • May 18, 2016 -
Sunrun teams with Tesla to install solar+storage for Hawaii's self-supply incentive
Billed at $0.19/kWh, the price of the solar and storage installation comes in well under Hawaii's average retail electric prices for residential customers.
By Peter Maloney • May 18, 2016 -
Wind developers eye Hawaii, California coasts for floating turbines
The two states have abundant wind resources, but deep water close to the coasts means that wind turbines fixed to the ocean floor are unfeasible.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 18, 2016 -
Xcel Colorado files for 600 MW wind project, the state's biggest ever installation
The utility wants to build the Rush Creek Wind facility in time to earn 100% of the federal tax credit.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 17, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Energy storage bills fail in Hawaii, but could re-appear in next legislative session
Support for storage is widespread in Hawaii, but the state's financial situation makes new incentive funding a challenge.
By Peter Maloney • May 17, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Yieldco problems: systemic or a speed bump?
With SunEdison's bankruptcy, yieldco shares have taken a hit, raising questions about the viability of the investment vehicle.
By Peter Maloney • May 17, 2016 -
UES Electric drops mandatory demand charge proposal, except for new solar customers
Residential demand charges would still be mandatory for new rooftop solar customers, who would also see higher fixed monthly fees and lower net metering rates under the proposed rate plan.
By Peter Maloney • May 17, 2016 -
Washington utilities reach solar incentive cap, foreshadowing net metering limits
The Renewable Energy Cost Recovery Program offers solar customers incentives above net metering, but a number of municipal utilities in the state are halting applications.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 17, 2016 -
Deep Dive
What SolarCity's new portfolio of grid services can do for utilities
The dominant residential solar installer is moving beyond the rooftop in a bid to become an essential partner for utilities.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 16, 2016 -
Hawaii biodiesel plant is 1st in US certified as sustainable
Pacific Biodiesel's Big Island plant was certified by the Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance, following a review that looked at emissions, energy use, water conservation and other factors.
By Robert Walton • May 15, 2016 -
SunEdison delays Q1 financials, fires CFO following bankruptcy
Chief Financial Officer Brian Wuebbels had also served as Chief Administration Officer and Chief Accounting Officer.
By Robert Walton • May 15, 2016 -
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Hawaii solar jobs fall 35% after regulators end retail net metering
Solar installation permit numbers have also fallen, suggesting the new options to replace retail rate remuneration aren't as effective.
By Herman K. Trabish • May 13, 2016
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