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Eastern U.S. Coal Futures Down in Early 2012
Warmer weather and cheaper gas have driven down coal demand and short-term futures.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 27, 2012 -
State Grid Corp. of China May Buy AES U.S. Wind Resources
Chinese state-owned power companies are looking globally to invest resources.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 27, 2012 -
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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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Negative Prices in Wholesale Electric Markets Show Supply Inflexibility
Wholesale electricity markets sometimes result in prices below zero.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 23, 2012 -
3 Utilities With Smarts and 4 Cities That Get It
Lux Research identified four cities with initiatives that are among the most replicable models.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 21, 2012 -
2011 Northwest Hdro Above 5-Year Range
Unusually long season raised output and reduced overall wholesale electricity prices
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 21, 2012 -
When the Future Attacks: How to Fight Being 'Hollowed Out'
New players threaten investor-owned utilities that could be badly damaged by cumulative losses.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 21, 2012 -
Global Flywheel Energy Storage Market 2010-2014
Analysts predict the average annual growth rate will be 12 percent for 2010-2014.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 20, 2012 -
Gamesa to Supply 10 MW for Ontario Wind Farm
The project will feature five Gamesa G97 2.0 MW turbines on 90-meter towers.
By Ryan Willumson • Feb. 20, 2012 -
Smart Grid Trends: Combined Heat and Power Gets a Boost
Energy Secretary Steven Chu said his agency is enthusiastic about the technology.
By Ryan Willumson • Feb. 17, 2012 -
On Location at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Edison Tech Center's "Engineering on Location Series" showcases the NREL in Golden, Colo.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 16, 2012 -
EPA Iissues MATS Rule Designed to Cut Emissions
The EPA's rules are the first to set standards for emissions of mercury and air toxics.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 16, 2012 -
NRECA Says EPA Set Unachievable Emission Limits
Association says mercury and toxic standards "miss the mark" for rural co-ops.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 16, 2012 -
BPA Proposes Resolution to Electricity Oversupply
Part of the plan as it stands now is to pay wind producers to go off-line during peak hydro periods.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 15, 2012 -
Chu Says Nuclear Is Important for Energy Policy, U.S. Jobs
The secretary of the Department of Energy spoke at Georgia Power's Vogtle nuclear plant.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 15, 2012 -
Obama Budget Has $650.8 Million for Fossil
DOE reports that the president's budget would allocate that money to the Office of Fossil Energy.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 15, 2012 -
Two big questions for the electricity sector
A solar generation advocate predicts distribution will shift away from central generating stations.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 14, 2012 -
Navy Proves Waves Can Help Power Maritime Security Operations
When the surf's up on the New Jersey coast, U.S. Navy officials are stoked. The waves are helping the Navy harness the power of the ocean to generate electricity for a sea-based radar and communications system that supports maritime security operations.
By Sean Griffey • Feb. 14, 2012 -
Georgia PSC approves nuclear-plant construction costs
The Public Service Commission voted on what Georgia Power spent in the first half of 2011.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 13, 2012 -
PTC uncertainty spurs wind industry
According to Wind Energy Update, in 2011 an additional 31 percent of wind capacity was installed. The dramatic increase is attributed to the uncertainty surrounding the hotly debated production tax credit (PTC) extension. The PTC is worth $0.022 per kWh for the first 10 years of proj...
By Sean Griffey • Feb. 13, 2012 -
EnXco Signs Maintenance Agreement for 99 MW Iowa Wind Farm
The company's development arm built the Crane Creek station for Wisconsin Public Service.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 10, 2012 -
Natural Gas, Renewables to Grow in Power Generation, But Coal to Stay Single Largest
A preview of this year's federal outlook for the industry sees coal shrinking over the next 25 years.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 10, 2012 -
New Ga. Nuclear Plants Under Cost, Deadline Scrutiny
NRC approval will focus all eyes on the Vogtle facility and a proposal for new units in S.C.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 10, 2012 -
Japan’s Tepco to Install 17 Million Smart Meters
The company is responding to a government directive aimed at managing demand.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 10, 2012 -
KPMG Will Not Publish Findings of British Green Energy Study
As debate rages on green power options in Britain, KPMG opts not to publish a report into the maelstrom.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 10, 2012 -
DOE Finds More Money for Innovation – Lots of It
The department announced $12 million to speed solar energy innovation from lab to marketplace.
By Ron Gallagher • Feb. 9, 2012
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