Efficiency & Demand Response: Page 2
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AEE: Advanced energy industry revenues grew to $238B in 2018
Transportation electrification and building efficiency dominated revenue growth last year, increasing $25 billion over 2017.
By Catherine Morehouse • April 29, 2019 -
Chicago to install 40K LED streetlights in next phase of efficiency plan
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and utility ComEd have said the city will save an estimated $100 million over the next decade through the energy efficiency upgrades.
By Jason Plautz • April 28, 2019 -
Con Edison announces deal to end Westchester moratorium on gas hookups
The agreement for an extra 110,000 dekatherms of natural gas capacity would let the utility create new connections by November 2023 in a county near New York City, where demand for heating has grown with new construction.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • April 25, 2019 -
Oregon directs utilities to show plans for accelerating transportation electrification
Oregon has aggressive clean transportation goals to complement its renewable portfolio standard, but the state's utilities will need to do some work to meet them.
By Robert Walton • April 25, 2019 -
DC's transit agency announces Energy Action Plan
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority aims to create the country's first LEED certified transit station, among other initiatives.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 24, 2019 -
Google Maps adds live EV charger information
Drivers can search for nearby charging stations, as well as real-time information charger availability, the type of port and charging speeds.
By Jason Plautz • April 24, 2019 -
NYC passes sweeping 'Climate Mobilization Act'
The legislation calls for cutting buildings emissions, installing green roofs and moving the city toward shutting its 24 natural gas-fired power plants.
By Chris Teale • April 22, 2019 -
Iowa House jumps on EV registration fee trend as solution to lower gas tax revenue
If the fee is ultimately enacted, Iowa would join 20 other states taking similar steps to replace the gasoline taxes not paid by EV drivers.
By Robert Walton • April 22, 2019 -
Tucson Electric proposal would maintain efficiency funding
The Arizona Corporation Commission approved the utility's 2018 energy efficiency implementation plan in February. Tucson Electric is proposing to use the same budget in its 2019 and 2020 plans.
By Robert Walton • April 18, 2019 -
Utility customer service offerings get digital upgrades
Bidgely and Oracle unveiled analytics tools designed to help utilities bring the customer experience into the era of big data.
By Robert Walton • April 17, 2019 -
Navigant: Residential DR will triple by 2028, global capacity to top 47 GW
Utilities around the globe are utilizing residential demand response, but North America and Europe are expected to lead growth for the next decade, according to a new report.
By Robert Walton • April 17, 2019 -
Hawaiian Electric targets nearly 1.4 GWh storage, 135 MW solar equivalent in latest solicitation
If approved by Hawaii regulators, the second phase of the utility's procurement plans would compensate for the planned closure of two fossil-fuel power plants and bring the state closer to its 100% renewable energy goal.
By HJ Mai • April 11, 2019 -
Montana AMI bill moves past policy 'animosity', eases state into smart meter technology
A new law directs regulators to consider whether utilities installing smart meters must allow customers to opt out. Advocates say it's an incremental step in improving the state's electric grid — and discourse.
By Robert Walton • April 10, 2019 -
Enel X inks exclusive deal with Ameren, will provide 100 MW demand response
Ameren Missouri now has 26 energy efficiency programs that include $120 million in customer incentives and rebates.
By Robert Walton • April 10, 2019 -
New Mexico efficiency bill ensures utilities don't take hit from lower energy use
The bill, signed into law Thursday, also boosts energy efficiency funding 67% and is expected to save customers $500 million over the next decade.
By Catherine Morehouse • April 05, 2019 -
States can grow battery resources with 'one simple step,' report finds
Citing Massachusetts as an example, Clean Energy Group recommends states redefine energy efficiency to include peak demand reduction, which could spur energy storage via access to additional incentives.
By Robert Walton • April 05, 2019 -
OpinionWill FERC trample state and local authorities in DER rulemaking?
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission may soon upset a long-standing balance among local, state and federal decision-making as it considers aggregating distributed energy resources in a way that eliminates local jurisdiction.
By Jim Matheson • April 05, 2019 -
OpinionWelcoming the next generation: Residential demand response 3.0
Utilities and third parties are beginning to explore how smarter home energy ecosystems can support grid reliability while earning extra income for residential consumers, according to Navigant Research.
By Jessie Mehrhoff • April 03, 2019 -
All-electric Gig Car Share launching in Sacramento, CA
President Jason Haight said the 260-vehicle fleet of Chevy Bolts will be the largest electric shared fleet in the country.
By Jason Plautz • April 02, 2019 -
Dominion reverses on counting lost revenue as part of $870M Virginia efficiency spend
Following outrage over the utility's actions, Gov. Ralph Northam pressed Dominion to fully live up to its commitments, while Delegate Jennifer Foy said the attempt to spend less than the full amount could lead to greater oversight.
By Robert Walton • March 29, 2019 -
Target to focus on wind, solar, energy efficiency with new climate goals
The retailer pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions 30% below 2017 levels by 2023 and is requiring 80% of its suppliers to set science-based reduction targets by 2023.
By Emma Cosgrove • March 29, 2019 -
Iowa approves Alliant's scaled-back efficiency program in wake of 2018 law
The Iowa Utilities Board approved the utility's $237.6 million plan, which one environmental group estimated would yield 25% less electric savings and 75% less gas savings compared to 2017.
By Robert Walton • March 28, 2019 -
ISO-NE files short-term fuel security plan to relieve gas constraints
The ISO's proposed Inventoried Energy Program would provide higher payments for resources that can store fuel onsite in the winters of 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.
By Gavin Bade • March 27, 2019 -
ChargeWheel nets funding for mobile EV and scooter charging trailers
The company will deploy fleets of solar-powered trailers that are capable of simultaneously charging up to four EVs or 400 electric bikes and scooters.
By Jason Plautz • March 27, 2019 -
New York rejects NYSEG, RG&E approach to peak shaving program as too severe
The utilities proposed changes to their Commercial System Relief Programs that regulators concluded were "too aggressive" for the extent of the issue — making demand response a predictable and stable resource.
By Robert Walton • March 27, 2019
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