Coal killed Binz, America's richest man bet on the smart grid and the U.S. government is... well, gone.
There's just no other way to put it: it's been an absolutely surreal week (and that's not even counting the jellyfish invasion).
Just take a look our most read news of the week. You'll see exactly what we mean:
- What the U.S. government shutdown means for the energy sector: From data models to nuclear inspections, Utility Dive breaks down the shutdown's implications.
- FERC nominee Ron Binz is out: President Obama is said to be looking for a new candidate.
- Bill Gates invests in smart grid startup: The investment is part of Gate's plan to start an energy revolution.
- Ikea to start selling solar panels: Ikea estimates customers will break even within seven years of their purchase.
- FERC addresses fears as shutdown looms large: 95% of FERC employees will be furloughed in the event of a government shutdown.
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