Updated: Illinois Gov. Rauner signs Exelon nuclear legislation

The bill to support unprofitable nukes and expand clean energy and efficiency passed the General Assembly last week. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 7, 2016

EIA: Coal to beat natural gas as prime winter generation fuel

But that resurgence will be short-lived, as gas is expected to return to dominance in the spring. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 7, 2016

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Power demand is rising amid dramatic shifts in federal energy policy, but technology and markets continue to push the grid toward cleaner, more distributed resources. 

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Mississippi Power delays Kemper plant startup to January

The delay could cost up to $35 million, according to documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 7, 2016

Santee Cooper includes new nuclear units, solar credits in 2017 budget

The utility earmarked $1.4 billion for construction and capital equipment spending, with $893.2 million for building new nuclear generating units.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 7, 2016

New England Clean Power Link transmission line clears key US permit hurdle

The transmission project would link Canadian power suppliers with New England customers. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 7, 2016

Memo from Trump's energy transition leader could yield hints at future policy

Days before American Energy Alliance President Thomas Pyle was named head of Donald Trump's energy transition team, he sent a memo outlining what he expected from the incoming administration.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016

Google to hit 100% renewables milestone in 2017

The internet giant's plan to be carbon-free in 2017 is among the most aggressive in a trend of technology companies opting for renewable energy.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016

MISO outages raise questions over high October power prices

October generator outages in the Midcontinent ISO opened a debate into the possibility for stricter penalties at a quarterly meeting. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016

California air regulator rolls out draft plan to achieve 2030 climate goals

The California Air Resources Board plans to utilize the state's cap-and-trade program to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40% below 1990 levels.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016

Wyoming, Montana back federal incentives for carbon capture, storage

A new report written by a 14-state working group supports capturing carbon dioxide for use in enhanced oil recovery with geologic storage.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016

Texas regulators approve draft order for NextEra-Oncor deal

But the PUC said more work is necessary to quell concerns over minority rights for Texas Transmission Investment if NextEra fails to acquire those assets. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016

Illinois passes sweeping energy bill with support for Exelon nuclear plants

Gov. Bruce Rauner (R) is expected to sign the bill that would touch nearly every aspect of the state's power sector. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 2, 2016

AEP Ohio proposes microgrids, EV stations and coal support in security plan

The proposal updates AEP Ohio's Electric Security Plan after federal regulators blocked subsidies for some of its struggling generation. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016

DOE grants $44M in CO2 storage research

The U.S. Department of Energy has tapped 16 carbon storage projects to receive cost-sharing research assistance.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2016

Last-minute amendments slow progress on Exelon Illinois bill as deadline nears

Exelon and ComEd reached an agreement with Gov. Bruce Rauner that could see the bill signed — if legislators can push it through in time. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 1, 2016

Caesars Entertainment applies to exit NV Energy service

MGM Grand and Wynn Resorts have ceased purchasing power from the Nevada utility.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2016

TVA's Bull Run coal ash management plan under fire

The utility wants to leave the coal waste in place and sealed off from water supplies, but environmentalists say there is still risk.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2016

PG&E reaches $85M Diablo Canyon settlement with local groups

The utility is offering $85 million to support the San Luis Obispo County community and make up for reduced tax revenues when the nuclear plant is shuttered.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016

Votes nearing, efficiency changes in Exelon Illinois bill draw environmental support

Further changes to Exelon's far-reaching Illinois legislation have won over some green groups, but lawmakers only have through Thursday to pass the bill.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 30, 2016

Without the Clean Power Plan, are nuclear plants essential to combat climate change?

A new report says emissions would skyrocket if nuclear plants are shuttered, but some in California say that's not a given.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 30, 2016

Georgia Power Vogtle franchise fees head to the state Supreme Court

Two new reactor's at Georgia Power's Vogtle nuclear station are on track for 2019 and 2020 startup, but the utility is still fighting for recovery of some costs.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016

Illinois lawmakers still shaping Exelon nuclear bill ahead of planned Wednesday vote

The far-reaching legislation has seen a number of controversial provisions stripped from it as lawmakers try to push it through during the shortened session. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 29, 2016

NRG Energy finalizes $183M SunEdison renewable project deal

The company acquired about 1.5 GW of wind and solar projects from bankrupt SunEdison. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 28, 2016

Nova Scotia plans cap-and-trade program for power plant CO2 emissions

Nova Scotia's program would align the province with a new central government plan to phase out traditional coal plants by 2030.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 28, 2016

TVA CEO: Clean Power Plan compliance, natural gas part of future strategy

For customers of the Tennessee Valley Authority, not even President-elect Donald Trump can bring back coal power, TVA CEO Bill Johnson said in a conference call last week. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 28, 2016