Amid high energy prices, SCE VP, other experts push to reduce California’s reliance on natural gas

The push follows a recent report that found the California Independent System Operator’s energy market saw additional wholesale costs of $3 billion in December.

By Kavya Balaraman • Feb. 16, 2023

Tesla to make some of its EV chargers public as White House announces rules for national charging network

The rules will require federally funded chargers to be built in the United States, beginning with final assembly and some manufacturing processes.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 15, 2023

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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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Ford to invest $3.5B to build Michigan EV battery plant

The lithium iron phosphate battery plant is part of Ford’s $50 billion effort to grow its EV business by 2026. 

By Kate Magill • Feb. 14, 2023

Energy Department offers Redwood $2B loan to expand materials production for EV batteries

The money will help Redwood Materials expand material production capacity to power 1 million EVs annually.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 10, 2023

Most US states lag California in EV adoption by at least 5 years

Greater investment in charging infrastructure could help build consumer acceptance of electric vehicles, auto industry experts from PricewaterhouseCoopers said.

By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 10, 2023

Transit agencies’ zero-emission bus adoption increased in 2022

California, New York, Florida, Texas and Massachusetts together added more than 1,500 zero-emission transit buses to their fleets.

By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 3, 2023

Vehicle-to-grid charging is coming fast — here’s how regulators and utilities can prepare now

If utilities do not start planning now, in a few years we will have millions of EVs on the road that are not being used to their full potential as a source of energy storage.

By Laura Sherman • Feb. 2, 2023

ChargePoint, Stem strike EV charging and battery storage deal for highway corridor fast-charging networks

Combining charging, battery storage and AI-driven energy management will save money for EV site operators, the companies say.

By Stephen Singer • Feb. 1, 2023

EV transition not keeping pace with US climate goals: report

Gas-powered cars need tighter regulations for the U.S. to meet its 2030 emissions target, while not enough urban charging or utility upgrades could constrain electrification, one report author said.

By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 1, 2023

‘No regrets’ approach to big batteries, green hydrogen and grid reliability urgently needed, analysts say

Advanced batteries and green hydrogen promise long-duration energy storage solutions for “net zero” system reliability, but only regulatory policy and market support can fulfill that promise, industry stakeholders say.

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 31, 2023

TravelCenters of America to deploy 1,000 EV charging ports by 2028

The stations will appear at more than 200 locations and will be run by manufacturer Electrify America. 

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 31, 2023

A responsible supply chain and circular economy for batteries will be critical for EVs and electric utilities

Whether it’s advanced batteries for EVs or for energy storage to meet peak grid demand, foreign pressures on strategic resources and the global supply chain are directly at odds with our domestic energy policies and ambitions.

By Steve Christensen • Jan. 31, 2023

How one company is hoping to build a major lithium production site in Nevada

With a $700 million loan commitment from the Department of Energy, Ioneer hopes to launch a site that could produce enough lithium to support 370,000 EVs annually.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 27, 2023

How green building policy could evolve in 2023

After reducing energy use in buildings, cutting embodied carbon is next on the green policy agenda for state and local leaders, potentially prompting a shift from concrete and steel to materials like timber or straw, experts say.

By Adina Solomon • Jan. 27, 2023

EVs are more popular than ever. They’re also extremely prone to cyberattacks.

If action is not taken to uniformly protect electric vehicles and charging infrastructure from cyber threats, the mobile exoskeleton of the U.S. could be targeted.

By Shahid Mahdi • Jan. 27, 2023

Number of grid-interactive buildings worldwide expected to grow almost 13% annually: Guidehouse

Growth of grid-interactive buildings will vary regionally, with North America lagging installations elsewhere, according to Guidehouse.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 25, 2023

2023 US Power Sector Outlook

2023 promises to be another busy year for the U.S. energy transition as stakeholders move to implement new clean energy measures while tackling growing security, reliability, equity and affordability challenges.

By The Utility Dive Team • Jan. 25, 2023

Minnesota electric vehicle legislation would allow Xcel Energy to corner charging market, retailers warn

Xcel Energy supports HF413 and says the bill will “establish a strong foundation for utility support for transportation electrification that will serve Minnesota well.”

By Robert Walton • Jan. 25, 2023

3 big advances coming as distributed energy resources take newer, bigger roles in 2023

Analysts foresee DER growth in 2023 at the wholesale market and retail distribution system levels as communities and local leaders demand more reliability and resilience.

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 23, 2023

NARUC digs into commercial EV charging rates as federal government requires states to review offers

Commercial EV rates should offer savings over traditional vehicle fuels and help manage the grid efficiently, NARUC said.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 20, 2023

Small modular reactors could hold key to electrifying heavy transport: Michigan study

Distributed energy resources can help affordably reduce emissions associated with heavy-duty vehicles, relative to building traditional grid infrastructure.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 18, 2023

Electric vehicles near ‘tipping point’ in 2023, but tax credit questions, utility interconnection challenges lie ahead

Key factors for EV adoption this year include the implementation of federal incentives, development of a national charging network and addressing utility interconnection delays.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 18, 2023

2023 Outlook: US power sector trends to watch

Federal, state and corporate actions are boosting clean energy in the U.S., but supply chain and economic challenges persist while grid reliability and security concerns are growing.

By The Utility Dive Team • Jan. 13, 2023

DOT, DOE secretaries tout agency cooperation under decarbonization blueprint

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm laid out the impact of new federal dollars and policies in the shift to EVs, while another federal official urged caution.

By Danielle McLean • Jan. 12, 2023

Michigan chief mobility officer: ‘States need to write the playbook’ on EV charging

States could ease the EV charging rollout by helping local governments update regulations and institute best practices, panelists said at the CES trade show in Las Vegas last week.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 11, 2023