Most Read Utility News of the Week: The Superdome, Data and Crystal River

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By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 8, 2013

NRC finds no problems with Michigan nuclear license

The announcement is an important milestone in the application process for the proposed reactor.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 8, 2013

Will biomass tech save coal plants?

Multiple utilities and converting and building new plants to hand waste, potentially saving millions.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 7, 2013

Ga. bill: If $6B budget exceeded, Georgia Power to lose profit

The utility faces the threat of reduced profits if costs continue to rise on the construction of two new nuclear reactors.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 7, 2013

Diageo HQ achieves 100% renewable energy

The company's North American headquarters has reduced its carbon emissions by more than 92%.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 7, 2013

Siemens to build $7M wind center in Fla.

The center will meet the growing need for wind service technicians in the Americas.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 7, 2013

140 MW Pennsylvania wind project goes live

Construction on the project was completed in December and is now fully operational.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 6, 2013

Echelon completes smart grid pilot in Massachusetts

The pilot involves the the company's Edge Control Node and explores additional smart grid functionality.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 6, 2013

Xcel seeking proposals for wind power projects

The proposals are being sought to take advantage of the extended federal tax credit.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 6, 2013

Duke Energy anticipates U.S. solar overtaking wind installs in 2013

Incentives and panel prices could make this a landmark year for solar across the country.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 5, 2013

PG&E gets approval for solar purchase agreement

The utility will buy the power generated by a 150 MW plant in California.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 5, 2013

NRG finishes California solar project

According to NRG, the project is the largest solar plant in the state.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 5, 2013

DistribuTECH 2013: Conference round-up

At the start of the week, Utility Dive previewed the announcements anticipated at the DistribuTECH 2013. After three eventful days in San Diego, California, the show is over. Utility Dive is here to provide a recap of all the big headlines: GE Digital Energy la...

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 1, 2013

Most Read Utility News of the Week: DistribuTECH, Nest and Google

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By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 1, 2013

Minnesota Power outlines plans for new transmission line and more renewables

The utility's plan calls for renewable energy investments and construction of a major transmission line.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 1, 2013

DOE to invest $9 million in solar development

The federal agency will invest the money in an effort to accelerate solar energy deployment.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 1, 2013

Ohio State University to save $1 million thanks to wind power

The university is using renewable energy to cut its electricity bill in 2013.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 1, 2013

HERO announces solar agreement with Progress

The project will constitute a solar farm in Florida that's part of an interconnection study process.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 31, 2013

California regulators approve large-scale solar project

The approval will allow a solar developer to sell power from its projects as part of a 25-year agreement.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 31, 2013

Nuclear fuel transport package approved

The NRC approved the plan, which is expected to launch its first delivery in 2014.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 29, 2013

Mississippi Power, PSC agree on rate request for power plant

The utility has been permitted to request a recovery of financing costs for a 582 MW power plant.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 29, 2013

Google spends $2.6M to influence smart grid policy

The Internet giant is actively trying to expedite grid modernization.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 28, 2013

Chicago suburb will test solar grid

Oak Park has been chosen as the test site for solar-powered technology.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 28, 2013

Army pushes forward with renewable energy plans

The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward producing 1 gigawatt of renewable energy by 2025.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 28, 2013

Georgia Power seeking coal alternatives

The 10-year effort will initially eliminate 20% of the utility grid's electrical capacity.

By Christopher Sacco • Jan. 28, 2013