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Deep Dive
How to build substations for solar
Eaton, ABB, and S&C Electric are exploring ways to pre-design, pre-engineer, and pre-package substations and deliver them faster to cut costs.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 22, 2014 -
ConEd: Winter power price spikes to continue without new gas pipelines
High winter power prices seen this winter set to continue over the next few years.
By Claire Cameron • July 22, 2014 -
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TrendlineTop 5 Stories from Utility Dive
The U.S. energy transition is facing challenges around grid interconnections, project permitting and power system reliability, but state, federal and other solutions are emerging.
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Local control of electricity gaining momentum in California
Marin Clean Energy seems to be leading a rebellion against IOUs.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 21, 2014 -
Energy storage projects apply for connection with California grid
A call for energy storage projects in California has had more than 2,000 MW of proposal submissions, showing the state's potential to bring 1.3 GW of energy storage into the wholesale market by 2020.
By Claire Cameron • July 20, 2014 -
California to put $26.5 million into microgrids
The California Energy Commission has announced $26.5 million in grant money for microgrid projects that primarily use renewable energy and energy storage technology.
By Claire Cameron • July 20, 2014 -
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FERC asks NERC for improvements in physical security standards proposal
The feds want more equipment and facilities protected, and the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners wants the states to do it.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 19, 2014 -
Fotolia
Deep DiveWhat the FERC Order 745 ruling means for demand response
Will the ruling kill demand response in wholesale markets?
By Claire Cameron • July 17, 2014 -
Fotolia
New White House proposals could help shore up rural electricity supply
The Obama administration has released a set of initiatives designed to help rural communities keep the lights on during climate change-related events.
By Claire Cameron • July 17, 2014 -
Deep Dive
What the E3 study of Nevada net energy metering really says
An exclusive statement from NV Energy to Utility Dive suggests a new Nevada law could drive unforeseen changes for renewables.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 16, 2014 -
US utilities are beginning to remake the nation's grid
Billions invested will save billions in yearly outages and ease the way for renewables.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 15, 2014 -
New Maryland plants could lower costs, improve market competition
New plant construction scheduled to begin in Maryland could reduce the need to import generation, but critics disagree.
By Claire Cameron • July 15, 2014 -
Deep Dive
California's drought is redesigning the energy landscape
A third summer of drought is beginning with mass water shortages and wildfires. Energy resources are becoming increasingly vulnerable, but challenges could herald a new phase in California's electricity generation.
By Claire Cameron • July 14, 2014 -
Northern Pass line can help solve New England energy issues
The proposed transmission line could help the Northeast meet demand this winter without driving up prices.
By Claire Cameron • July 14, 2014 -
TVA weighs solar, wind for distributed generation
The Tennessee Valley Authority is reviewing the value of solar and wind generation as part of its move to integrate more distributed energy into the grid.
By Claire Cameron • July 14, 2014 -
Central Maine Power agrees to decouple rates, add 4% bill charge
The average $3 per month charge would cover distribution costs for distributed generation.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 10, 2014 -
Congressional report: U.S. grid attack could have 'crippling' consequences
A new report from the Congressional Research Service calls on Congress to review utility protocols for preventing a physical attack.
By Claire Cameron • July 9, 2014 -
APS reaches $3.25M settlement over 2011 blackout
Arizona Public Service has agreed to pay a total $3.25 million in penalties and reliability improvements after NERC found the utility contributed to a power outage in the Southwest and Mexico.
By Claire Cameron • July 8, 2014 -
Maine utilities partner on wires to deliver wind to New England
This could start a rush for Maine’s abundant wind.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 8, 2014 -
SEPA: Utilities should own solar inverters
A new report makes the case for utility-owned inverters, which help integrate rooftop solar onto the grid.
By Claire Cameron • July 8, 2014 -
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Duke, NRG, ITC report suspected cyberattacks
Reports of hackings increase, driving new security measures.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 7, 2014 -
More solar and wind, less coal use planned for New Mexico
The drivers are EPA regulations and the state renewables mandates.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 2, 2014 -
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Court affirms MO regulators' right to deny FERC-approved transmission costs
The ruling could open the door to state challenges of FERC authority.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 2, 2014 -
California agencies warn of energy crisis from drought
The 'worst drought on record' threatens over a gigawatt of power.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 2, 2014 -
Vermont co-op proposes added fee for net metering
It’s the latest utility to want solar owners to help pay for the distribution system.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 1, 2014 -
U.S., Canada looking anew at Columbia River's generation, energy storage values
What will Canada want in the new treaty for providing so much hydro storage to the U.S.?
By Herman K. Trabish • June 30, 2014
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