Tri-State members increasingly unsatisfied as the rise of distributed resources upends the G&T model

Given the increasing affordability of renewable energy, "the very reason G&Ts were created is less valid every day," Chris Riley, president of Guzman Energy, told Utility Dive.

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 15, 2019

2019 Power Sector Outlook: Top trends to watch

We talked to utilities, analysts and technology providers on what to expect in the year ahead for storage, solar, demand-side management and more.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • Jan. 15, 2019

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Distributed Energy Resource Growth

Distributed energy resources, including rooftop solar, battery storage and electric vehicles, are experiencing significant growth in the U.S. as the power sector evolves to a cleaner, less centralized future.

By Utility Dive staff

Networking and communications for smart grids and utility applications: A $100B opportunity

The connectivity needs of — and options available to — power utilities are rapidly expanding, writes Navigant's Richelle Elberg.

By Richelle Elberg • Jan. 14, 2019

PUC order keeps Minnesota ahead of the curve on performance-based rates

The order, the culmination of a process that began in September 2017, establishes procedures and goals for developing metrics for performance-based rates by the fall.

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 11, 2019

APPA releases smart city roadmap for power utilities

The white paper from the American Public Power Association addresses topics including utilities' role in a smart city and cybersecurity.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 9, 2019

Pennsylvania commits to 26% GHG reductions amid federal inaction, US emissions increase

Gov. Tom Wolf also pledged that state agencies would reduce overall energy consumption 21% by 2025, relative to 2017 levels.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 9, 2019

Utilities look to Netflix audience clustering model for customer engagement

As efforts to engage customers grow, utilities are looking to data analytics, online portals and personalized messaging to better understand diverse customer preferences.

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 8, 2019

Washington state follows California lead on vehicle emissions

The Trump administration wants to roll back standards on auto emissions, but a rule adopted in Washington would require new vehicles licensed in the state to continue meeting California's more-stringent standards.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 4, 2019

Getting to 100% zero emissions in California: Beyond CAISO's eight-solution menu

The state's IOUs are on track for 50% renewables by 2020, but questions remain on how to reach the 100% clean energy goal by 2045.

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 3, 2019

10 trends shaping the electric power sector in 2019

From coal bailouts to batteries and wind and solar growth, here are the issues that will define the year to come.

By Gavin Bade • Jan. 2, 2019

Our 10 best stories of 2018

Our top stories of the year illustrate the decline of coal-fired generation and the numerous policy surprises that came out of the federal government this year.

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 21, 2018

Arizona adopts new EV policy to spur new rate designs, pilot programs from utilities

Arizona Corporation Commissioners want utilities to develop new rates that increase off-peak charging, and create outreach and education programs focused on EVs, infrastructure and electrification of the transportation sector.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 21, 2018

How policies can make or brake solar development in the Southeast

Third party financing can enable solar growth, but faces hurdles in several states. Some utilities are not compensating for solar's value on the grid and leveling charges specific to solar owners. 

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 20, 2018

In major restructuring, ABB shifts from heavy electrical manufacturing to distributed energy

ABB is turning to distributed generation in Europe, stepping back from the Asian market for heavy electric equipment through the sale of its power transmission business to Hitachi.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 20, 2018

As grid mod accelerates and regulators push back, Duke and others retool proposals

Within this whirlwind of activity, some utilities are responding well and some are struggling to meet pressure from regulators and stakeholders to justify spending proposals.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 20, 2018

Regional initiative to reduce transportation emissions would mirror RGGI

Nine Northeast and Midatlantic states, as well as the District of Columbia, have agreed to design a policy process to implement emissions caps in one year, which could help incentivize electric vehicle adoption.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 19, 2018

NY's energy storage target: It's the journey, not the destination, stakeholders say

Many pieces still need to come together to create a truly viable energy storage market in New York State, but analysts see the PSC's energy storage target as a good first step.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 18, 2018

As the impacts of power outages rise, the US must embrace smart grids

Without a transformation, the negative impacts of modern-day demands on the grid, and therefore negative impacts on commerce, will only continue to grow, writes Metal Toad's Sasha Friedman.

By Sasha Friedman • Dec. 18, 2018

As California looks to power shut-offs to prevent fires, Sunrun touts microgrids

As utilities are being directed to cut off power during high wind and dry conditions to prevent the start of deadly wildfires, state regulators opened a proceeding to look at unintended effects.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • Dec. 17, 2018

New York sets 3 GW storage target, doubles efficiency goals for utilities

The Public Service Commission has set the most ambitious state energy storage target in the country, while also requiring investor-owned utilities to more than double their energy efficiency reductions by 2025.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 14, 2018

Colorado adopts rule to include storage in utility planning

The state developed procurement rules to encourage the installation of energy storage in the state.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 14, 2018

'Voluntary demand' for renewables pushes utilities to new technology, business models: Deloitte

As renewable energy growth accelerates, utilities are taking a more active role in embracing the enabling technology.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 12, 2018

As grid operators file FERC Order 841 plans, storage floodgates open slowly

It will be at least a year before new rules for energy storage take hold for most ISOs and RTOs.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 11, 2018

Moving beyond 'good enough' in utility customer experience

From digitizing core services and engaging with customers, to innovating at the forefront of customer experience, utilities are coming to terms with this necessary transformation in different ways, writes Navigant's Michael Kelly.

By Michael Kelly • Dec. 10, 2018

LO3 Energy, eMotorWerks partner to connect EVs to microgrids, optimize renewables

The companies will connect eMotorWerks' JuiceNet charging platform to LO3's energy transaction platform Exergy, to test grid balancing use cases.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2018