Los Angeles solar-plus-storage microgrid pilot to slash carbon emissions, boost industrial efficiency

The $27 million project will include electric vehicles, storage and solar panels.

By Robert Walton • July 29, 2016

Energy advisor says Clinton is open to a carbon tax

Hillary Clinton's energy advisor said the presidential candidate is open to a CO2 tax if lawmakers bring it to her.

By Peter Maloney • July 29, 2016

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Sustainability

Companies are pursuing increasingly ambitous sustainability goals around clean energy, but integrating rising amounts of renewables, minimizing environmental impacts, and achieving carbon reduction targets can be challenging.

By Utility Dive staff

Regulators approve Georgia Power IRP, including costs to study potential new nuclear generation

The utility also plans to develop 1,600 MW of renewables, including 150 MW of distributed generation. 

By Robert Walton • July 28, 2016

Alliant Energy plots $1B expansion of Iowa wind farm

Expansion of the Whispering Willow Wind Farm would add 500 MW of carbon-free power to Iowa's generation mix.

By Robert Walton • July 28, 2016

Consumers Energy seeks to put 800 EV charging stations in Michigan

The utility has asked Michigan regulators for permission to put the cost of installing 800 EV stations into its ratebase.

By Peter Maloney • July 28, 2016

PURPA's puzzle: FERC workshop revisits 1978 law, embattled as ever

After fading in importance, PURPA has made a comeback, as have the contentious debates about its implementation.

By Peter Maloney • July 28, 2016

AWEA: Wind industry set to provide 20% of US power by 2030

There are more than 18,200 MW of wind capacity under construction or in advanced stages of development, according to the American Wind Energy Association.

By Robert Walton • July 28, 2016

MidAmerican Energy reaches settlement to move 2 GW wind farm forward

MidAmerican Energy has reached a settlement with some of its large customers that would see it reduce the rate of return it would earn for building the project. 

By Peter Maloney • July 28, 2016

Federal agencies near approval of Mojave Desert energy development plan

The Desert Renewable Energy Conservation Plan aims to install 20,000 MW of carbon-free capacity, but scientists say disturbing the Mojave Desert could backfire on environmental goals.

By Robert Walton • July 28, 2016

Maine's governor proposes an end to net metering

Maine Gov. Paul LePage wants to exchange the net metering for a market-based approach. 

By Peter Maloney • July 27, 2016

Updated: Headed for the exits, Nevada PUC Commissioner David Noble lifts lid on net metering fight

The commissioner, who won't be reappointed to write the next chapter of the saga, spoke out against solar tactics: 'Words are one thing, actions are another.'

By Gavin Bade • July 27, 2016

Environmental groups urge New York vote on proposed Deepwater Wind offshore wind project

The Long Island Power Authority canceled a vote scheduled for last week. 

By Robert Walton • July 27, 2016

E.ON to build 10 MW storage facility for Arizona utility

E.ON Climate & Renewables North America has signed an agreement with Tucson Electric Power to provide frequency response and voltage control from the project. 

By Peter Maloney • July 26, 2016

US and Mexico map out agreement on nuclear power issues

The agreement is aimed at strengthening the existing legal framework and providing an enhanced basis for the transfer of nuclear technology, fuel, and components between the countries.

By Peter Maloney • July 26, 2016

District of Columbia mayor signs 50% renewable energy standard

The goal includes promises to serve 100,000 low-income residents with solar energy by 2032 and reduce their power bills by 50%.

By Robert Walton • July 26, 2016

Residential solar boom in Utah raises concerns over incentives

How residential solar will continue to grow in Utah is a major question for advocates as some state incentives are set to expire by the end of the year. 

By Peter Maloney • July 25, 2016

Minnesota first to adopt 'value of solar' approach for community solar

The value of solar methodology incorporates external factors, such as avoided transmission investments and the health and environmental effects of clean energy. 

By Peter Maloney • July 25, 2016

NextEra merger dead, Hawaii turns to realizing a 100% renewables future

NextEra never convinced regulators they could follow through on their clean energy goals. Can Hawaiian Electric?

By Herman K. Trabish • July 25, 2016

In Texas, 1 company is making rooftop solar work without net metering

MP2 Energy leverages the "shape" of solar production to offer a product that looks a lot like net metering, which Texas does not offer. 

By Robert Walton • July 25, 2016

Maryland PSC rejects Baltimore microgrid proposal

Exelon's subsidiaries are having a hard time convincing policymakers to allow rate-based investments in microgrids. 

By Peter Maloney • July 22, 2016

Louisiana hits tax credit cap for purchased solar systems

Some applications will be denied, and future purchasers will not receive a state tax credits.

By Robert Walton • July 21, 2016

300 MW wind farm proposed for North Dakota, largest in the state

As proposed, Glacier Ridge Wind Farm would be the largest wind project in North Dakota, but regulators worry wind will push out coal-fired generation. 

By Robert Walton • July 21, 2016

Lyons Group to build 30 MW solar+storage project in Australia

Lyon Group plans a 30 MW solar + storage project as it expands into the Australian market.

By Peter Maloney • July 21, 2016

SunEdison looks to sell its TerraForm Global yieldco

SunEdison is taking steps to sell its TerraForm Global yieldco as part of the bankruptcy process. 

By Peter Maloney • July 21, 2016

How record large-scale solar growth is changing utility IPPs

Driven by falling cost, utility affiliates may bring online over half of all the large-scale solar built through 2017.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 21, 2016