Karen is coming—are utilities ready?

So far, hurricane season has been quiet. Too quiet. 

By Davide Savenije • Oct. 3, 2013

The carbon capture controversy: This week's most read utility news

If carbon capture couldn't make it in Norway, why does the EPA think it could work in the U.S.?

By Davide Savenije • Sept. 27, 2013

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Grid Resiliency

Utilities and grid operators are facing increasing threats from climate change as well as cyber and physical attacks, and are deploying a variety of responses to meet the rising challenges.

By Utility Dive staff

What are utilities doing to prevent outages from storms like Sandy?

Utilities are sharing best practices to handle major outages.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 27, 2013

AEP unit to invest $337M in transmission infrastructure

The project would replace facilities dating back to the 1920s.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 27, 2013

No new power lines needed for more renewables in Western U.S.

Change in operational practices is key to avoiding expensive new lines.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 26, 2013

$5.6B NV Energy sale approved by shareholders

Berkshire Hathaway's MidAmerican Energy is one step closer to finishing the acquisition.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 25, 2013

Duke Energy Carolinas gets its new rate hike

Depending on who you talk to, the $205 million in extra cash it provides is either too much or not enough.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 25, 2013

Utilities use social media to connect with customers

Technologies help keep customers informed during power outages.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 25, 2013

NIST moving ahead on White House cybersecurity order

Electric utilities will be encouraged to follow the cybersecurity guidelines.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 25, 2013

5 new books about the grid that utility professionals need to see

From hard research on the history of renewables to a former senator's new novel, here are some new releases that you should consider for your after-work reading list.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 24, 2013

Entergy files new plan in Texas to transfer grid assets to ITC

The new proposal addresses concerns brought up by Texas regulators.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 24, 2013

Smart grid node shipments to exceed 133 million by 2018: Navigant

Utilities want more robust networks to support new applications.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 24, 2013

Alaska utilities eye $1 billion in upgrades to grid

Assets are aging, and the region's utilities are looking for some help.

By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 24, 2013

PSC approves 14-mile rebuild project in N.Y.

National Grid claims line improvements will be necessary to maintain reliable service in northeastern New York.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 23, 2013

FEMA denies $20M in aid for Iowa repairs

Congressional delegates are getting involved now as testing practices have been called into question.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 22, 2013

The great American energy policy showdown: This week's most read utility news

Missed the big news this week? Look no further. 

By Davide Savenije • Sept. 20, 2013

Con Edison names new CEO

Current CEO Kevin Burke will retire by year's end. 

By Davide Savenije • Sept. 20, 2013

How the biggest nuclear operator in the U.S. is changing its business model

Take a look at how Exelon's new strategy is giving the company hope for long-term growth. 

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 19, 2013

Con Ed faces lawsuit over Superstorm Sandy death

Should ConEd have de-energized power lines right before Sandy hit?

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 19, 2013

Can a $1B underwater line deliver energy from Ontario to the U.S.?

Lake Erie Power Corp. plans to build the high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) transmission project to meet increasing demand for power in the PJM.

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 18, 2013

Colo. residents must flee or face weeks without power

President Barack Obama has signed a disaster declaration and ordered emergency federal aid.

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 16, 2013

Calif. ISO approves 3-year plan to evolve the grid

While 7,000MW of generating capacity may go offline over the next several years, the California ISO is getting ready for a shift to renewables.

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 16, 2013

What's the worst that could happen? This week's most read utility news

You mean other than grid-crippling cyberattacks and the worst utility customer service of all time?

By Davide Savenije • Sept. 13, 2013

Can ComEd get 800,000 customers back from its rivals?

The Chicago-based utility has lost nearly 800,000 customers to alternative electricity companies.

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 13, 2013

Exelon turns away from merchant generation business

The nation's largest nuclear generation owner will shift focus to its regulated business, on which it plans to spend billions in the coming years.

By Malena Amusa • Sept. 12, 2013