Trump aims for 400 GW of nuclear by 2050, 10 large reactors under construction by 2030

Nuclear advocates welcomed proposed regulatory reforms while cautioning that NRC and DOE staff cuts could “undermine” progress. One skeptic said NRC changes would compromise safety.

Vistra solar, battery projects in MISO face supply chain delays

Vistra asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for two-year commercial operation deadline extensions for projects in Illinois totaling 833 MW.

AI and microgrids: Moving toward seamless, resilient energy solutions

By continuously analyzing current and projected energy production and demand, AI can optimize energy flows to ensure that power is distributed efficiently and at the lowest possible cost.

Making energy affordable again: The role of cities, states and utilities in enhancing the energy safety net

Even as the U.S. pursues an energy agenda centered on achieving affordability through abundance, utilities and local governments have tools to help families navigate energy insecurities.

DOE orders 1.6-GW coal-fired power plant to delay shutdown over MISO outage concerns

Public Citizen said it plans to challenge the DOE’s “abuse of emergency authorities” when Consumers Energy seeks to recoup its costs for running the power plant this summer.

CenterPoint completes critical Houston grid upgrades ahead of hurricane season

The utility has bolstered its power grid and communications systems since Hurricane Beryl left almost 2.3 million Houston-areas customers without power last summer.

The Vistra fires and the truth about lithium-ion batteries

A technology exists to mass-produce safer lithium-ion batteries that can prevent disastrous battery fires, at potentially lower cost.

ABB launches BESS-as-a-service business model

ABB said BESS-as-a-service is “technology agnostic” and will support companies focusing on operational expenditures instead of capital expenditures.

House’s 60-day deadline for IRA eligibility would trigger ‘scramble’: EY experts

“From a commercial perspective, it's not a unilateral decision most of the time on whether you can begin construction,” said Greg Matlock, a tax leader at EY Americas.

House GOP budget ‘worse than feared’ for clean energy: analysts

The bill’s “unworkable” provisions raise barriers for projects to qualify for clean energy credits before an accelerated 2028 expiration, an industry association said. Jefferies analysts also called out its “intentional targeting” of residential solar.

SEIA estimates budget bill could wipe out almost 300K clean energy jobs

Legislation that passed the House Budget Committee could jeopardize 287 U.S. solar and storage factories, says the Solar Energy Industries Association.

TVA is first US utility to apply for an SMR construction permit

The application kicks off a multi-year federal permitting process as the country’s largest public power provider works to bring its first advanced reactor online in late 2032.

NYC power bills going up this summer, ConEd warns

The increases come amid a national rise in electricity prices and rapidly growing demand. Consolidated Edison has spent about $2.35 billion on its distribution system since last summer.

Nuclear industry ‘facing some headwinds’ amid congressional budget fight: NEI CEO

The federal government must continue clean energy tax credits, DOE nuclear initiatives and Nuclear Regulatory Commission reforms to sustain momentum, the NEI’s Maria Korsnick said.

ICF sees 25% load growth by 2030, up to 40% price increase

Demand-side management can handle 10% of U.S. load in 2030, but annual generation deployments need to double to keep pace with expected longer-term demand, the consulting firm said.

Harnessing HVDC transmission as a transformative force in modern grid design

As grid modernization accelerates, high-voltage direct current transmission will be a cornerstone in the transition to a cleaner, smarter and more resilient power system.

Tax credit repeal threatens 60,000 jobs in blue hydrogen: report

Some 9.8 million metric tons of blue hydrogen production capacity is in development based largely on the promise of the 45V tax credit, according to the Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions Forum.

Wisconsin retired nuclear plant gets a second look

EnergySolutions and WEC Energy Group are exploring new advanced nuclear generation at the retired Kewaunee plant, rather than a potential restart, a WEC spokesperson said.

America’s climate brain drain is real — and it’s just getting started

While Washington debates the existence of climate change, countries like Germany, South Korea and the Netherlands are vigorously funding battery innovation, green hydrogen and next-gen energy storage.

Stop work order on Empire Wind 1 lifted, Equinor resumes construction

Statements from New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum imply that the restart approval was related to conversations about the state’s natural gas pipeline capacity.

FERC rejects MISO plan to speed generation interconnection

The Expedited Resource Addition Study proposal failed to limit the number of projects that could be considered, said Commissioners David Rosner and Lindsay See.

GOP supporters of IRA clean energy credits outline reconciliation bill recommendations

Fourteen Republicans asked to maintain the tax credit transferability mechanism through the phase-out period and make two other adjustments to the clean energy tax credit changes.

America’s AI future hinges on nuclear energy

Artificial intelligence makes nuclear safer, more efficient and affordable, while nuclear provides the energy AI needs to thrive.

Electric utilities must disclose PJM votes under new Maryland law

At least three other states in the regional transmission organization are considering similar measures.

Thermal energy networks need municipal participation: report

Cities and other entities can develop neighborhood-scale thermal networks to lower greenhouse gas emissions, clean energy consultants say.