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Deep Dive
PG&E projects set new bar for battery size but fall short on transparency
The California utility proposed energy storage to replace peakers, but comparisons are difficult without more data on costs.
By Peter Maloney • July 17, 2018 -
Report: Dominion aims to sell pair of gas-fired plants for $1.5B
The company wants to improve its balance sheet. With the potential sale of two plants in Rhode Island and Pennsylvania, it could reduce its exposure to power markets along the way.
By Robert Walton • July 17, 2018 -
Eversource asks regulators to reconsider Northern Pass transmission project, gas pipeline
The utility seizes the opportunity to bring two more projects to the table after the New Hampshire Supreme Court reversed a regulatory rejection of a new natural gas pipeline.
By Robert Walton • July 16, 2018 -
Hydro One turmoil prompts new look at Avista merger by Washington regulators
Ontario's new premier has pushed out Hydro One's CEO and board, sowing uncertainty for Washington's Utilities and Transportation Commission on Hydro One's merger with the small investor-owned utility.
By Peter Maloney • July 16, 2018 -
Former FERC Chair Kelliher questions need for more New England pipelines
The NextEra Energy executive's comments run against the conventional wisdom among pipeline builders that the region is in dire need of more transport capacity.
By Gavin Bade • July 13, 2018 -
NRG abandons plan to repower Dunkirk coal plant
The company decided against reconfiguring a mothballed coal facility to burn natural gas due to project uncertainty and the possibility of high interconnection costs.
By Robert Walton • July 13, 2018 -
Deep Dive
New investor-backed campaign targets a trillion dollars for US renewables
The right policies could bring significant investment to renewables by 2030, but first the White House must see such clean energy resources as the right politics for Trump country.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 13, 2018 -
Rising renewables, falling gas propel California past carbon reduction goal
The state is two years ahead of its plan to reduce carbon emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. But more difficult goals lie ahead — the state must cut emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2050.
By Robert Walton • July 13, 2018 -
DC considering 100% renewable by 2032, but no carbon tax
A new measure could require 100% renewable energy, but some advocates are disappointed that the bill did not require a carbon tax.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Pennsylvania draft plan calls for 11 GW in-state solar
The Department of Environmental Protection issued a draft plan to expand solar resources to make up 10% of the state's retail sales by 2030.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Summer demand could push US gas generation to record levels: EIA
Gas-fired generation could challenge 2016's high water mark for electricity generation share, EIA says.
By Peter Maloney • July 12, 2018 -
Missouri delays closing Asbury coal plant, advances scaled-back wind program
Empire District Electric had proposed developing 800 MW but regulators trimmed the renewable capacity to 600 MW. The closure of its Asbury coal plant has been delayed.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Kavanaugh pick threatens EPA policies, FERC authority, lawyers say
The Supreme Court nominee has a track record of curtailing federal regulations and has questioned the constitutionality of independent agencies like FERC.
By Gavin Bade • July 11, 2018 -
New York power users fear paying twice for clean energy attributes
A group of large electric customers has asked the PSC to ensure a carbon pricing proposal being considered by the state's grid operator does not lead to double payments for some clean energy suppliers.
By Robert Walton • July 11, 2018 -
Duke boosts solar in North Carolina, but storage addition brings controversy
The utility launched two programs July 10 that are expected to significantly increase solar power in the state — an RFP for 680 MW of renewable resources and a $62 million solar rebate program.
By Peter Maloney • July 11, 2018 -
Exelon to spend $140M for FirstEnergy Solutions retail power business
FirstEnergy Solutions filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year. Exelon told federal regulators it expects to close the deal in the fourth quarter.
By Robert Walton • July 11, 2018 -
Dominion threatens Millstone closure if plant shut out of support program
Connecticut passed a law last year to provide financial relief for the nuclear plant, but the state energy agency could bar it from participating for five years.
By Robert Walton • July 10, 2018 -
Diamond Generating wins key permits for $1.5B gas plant to power NYC
The 1.2 GW plant in New Jersey's Meadowlands received crucial water permits but still needs air quality authorizations and approval from state and federal agencies.
By Peter Maloney • July 10, 2018 -
Wind developers wait for November to see market signals in Maine
After months of a moratorium on wind development, the industry is waiting for this fall's election to see if a new governor will create a more supportive policy environment.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 10, 2018 -
FERC allows Valley Lateral Pipeline to commence service
New York had sought to block the pipeline, and developers hope the decision means FERC is prepared to overrule the state on other, larger projects.
By Gavin Bade • July 10, 2018 -
Despite renewables gains, gas leads new US generation
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's latest energy infrastructure update shows renewable energy is growing, though 62% of 2018 U.S. generation additions through the end of May have been gas.
By Robert Walton • July 8, 2018 -
Arizona regulator seeks efficient path for 80% clean energy rule
Commissioner Andy Tobin proposed July 5 to merge his Arizona Energy Modernization Plan into the state's existing Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff framework.
By Robert Walton • July 7, 2018 -
California lawmakers push 100% clean energy bill closer to governor's desk
If approved by the California Assembly and signed by Gov. Jerry Brown, the state would target 100% renewables and emissions-free energy by 2045.
By Robert Walton • July 6, 2018 -
Future of Minnesota Power gas plant uncertain after ALJ ruling
Administrative Law Judge Jeanne Cochran found the utility did not give enough consideration to alternatives such as wind and solar power, energy efficiency or even a small gas-fired peaking plant.
By Peter Maloney • July 5, 2018 -
Surging heat fuels power demand records in 3 US markets
PJM, NYISO and ERCOT hit July power demand records in the past week, but the real test for the Texas operator will come later in the summer, when demand is forecast to approach its reserve margin.
By Gavin Bade • July 5, 2018
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