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California sets record with 1,500 MW of solar on its grid
The state ultimately topped out at 1,656 MW.
By Christopher Sacco • March 12, 2013 -
Pepco works to improve reliability, customer service
The improvement program has shown a decrease in outage recovery time.
By Christopher Sacco • March 12, 2013 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineGrid 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.
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Report says NRC failed to enforce proper regulations
The report claims that one in six reactors experienced safety breaches due to NRC oversight.
By Christopher Sacco • March 12, 2013 -
Atlantic Power finds a $56M out from the Path 15 project
Duke-American will pick up its stake as Atlantic refocuses its business.
By Brian Warmoth • March 11, 2013 -
Does daylight savings increase energy demands?
The Wall Street Journal reflects on two studies that evaluated the impact of clock changes on energy use.
By Brian Warmoth • March 11, 2013 -
Tennessee regulator argues that bill would raise utility rates
The state's attorney general said a new measure currently in the legislature would cause rates to "climb significantly."
By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013 -
Indiana regulators look into utility cost reimbursement measure
The measure is facing opposition from consumer advocates and customers.
By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013 -
Market for smart grid PLC systems to balloon past $418M by 2020
The current revenue associated with this market is $283 million.
By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013 -
The U.S. power grid is getting less reliable and more expensive
In fact, a new study shows that grid costs are rising about twice as quickly as the rate of inflation.
By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013 -
California community to remove utility lines
Indian Wells regulators have decided to take away all of the remaining above-ground lines.
By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013 -
Deep DiveHow the 10 biggest U.S. utilities use Twitter
Utilities deal with unique demands and constraints on social media, but the big players are figuring out how to make tweets matter.
By Davide Savenije • March 8, 2013 -
Brian Warmoth
Deep DiveFor utility news: 12 journalists on Twitter you need to follow
These reporters and editors represent some of the best in the business from the NYT, WSJ and other prominent outlets.
By Davide Savenije • March 8, 2013 -
NRC issues report cards to U.S. nuclear power plants
Each of the 104 plants currently in operation were given assessment letters.
By Christopher Sacco • March 8, 2013 -
Wisconsin substation project nearly complete
The project will help support future load growth and reduce outage times.
By Christopher Sacco • March 8, 2013 -
Kansas utility to implement cutting-edge radio network
The move aims to upgrade the utility's aging radio system.
By Christopher Sacco • March 8, 2013 -
Duke files adjustment to fuel and energy efficiency charges for its Carolina customers
The utility says the proposed increases reflects investments made for programs that help customers manage their energy use.
By Christopher Sacco • March 8, 2013 -
Texas power market's revamp may wait until fall
Critics wonder if the state has the generation necessary to beat summer heat in 2013.
By Brian Warmoth • March 7, 2013 -
U.S. energy trends: Home use of electronics rises as heating, cooling drops
A breakdown of the Energy Information Administration's residential energy consumption data reveals some intriguing insights.
By Davide Savenije • March 7, 2013 -
Will Duke's rooftop solar move 'slow' electricity demand?
CEO Jim Rogers said the utility is considering expanding into the rooftop solar panel market.
By Christopher Sacco • March 7, 2013 -
Sun comes up on NRG's new Calif. solar operation
NRG has announced that commercial operations for its latest project have officially began.
By Christopher Sacco • March 7, 2013 -
Electricity data: Primary residential consumption exceeds on site use by threefold
A breakdown of the EIA's residential consumption data reveals huge electricity-related losses of energy.
By Davide Savenije • March 6, 2013 -
Sen. Wyden calls for more FERC flexibility on utility rules
Wyden criticized Order No. 1000 and urged FERC to respect regional authority.
By Brian Warmoth • March 6, 2013 -
Utah utility to customers: Best energy savings video wins $10K
Rocky Mountain Power is hosting a homemade video contest to maximize their consumers' energy-saving potential.
By Davide Savenije • March 6, 2013 -
Snoquester knocks out power for 60,000 near D.C.
Dominion, AEP and FirstEnergy are among the utilities feeling the storm's impact.
By Brian Warmoth • March 6, 2013 -
Winter storm leaves inches in Chicago, Northeast's utilities on notice
Georgia Power shares workers as the region prepares for heavy wind and snow.
By Brian Warmoth • March 6, 2013
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