MISO outages raise questions over high October power prices

October generator outages in the Midcontinent ISO opened a debate into the possibility for stricter penalties at a quarterly meeting. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016

California air regulator rolls out draft plan to achieve 2030 climate goals

The California Air Resources Board plans to utilize the state's cap-and-trade program to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40% below 1990 levels.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2016

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Electricity Supply and Demand

After nearly two decades of flat demand, U.S. electricity consumption reached an all-time high in 2024 and is expected to continue rising. This trendline brings together the best of Utility Dive’s coverage of emerging trends in supply and demand and the decisions being made today that will impact the power system for years to come. 

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Wyoming, Montana back federal incentives for carbon capture, storage

A new report written by a 14-state working group supports capturing carbon dioxide for use in enhanced oil recovery with geologic storage.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016

Texas regulators approve draft order for NextEra-Oncor deal

But the PUC said more work is necessary to quell concerns over minority rights for Texas Transmission Investment if NextEra fails to acquire those assets. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 5, 2016

Illinois passes sweeping energy bill with support for Exelon nuclear plants

Gov. Bruce Rauner (R) is expected to sign the bill that would touch nearly every aspect of the state's power sector. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 2, 2016

AEP Ohio proposes microgrids, EV stations and coal support in security plan

The proposal updates AEP Ohio's Electric Security Plan after federal regulators blocked subsidies for some of its struggling generation. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2016

DOE grants $44M in CO2 storage research

The U.S. Department of Energy has tapped 16 carbon storage projects to receive cost-sharing research assistance.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2016

Last-minute amendments slow progress on Exelon Illinois bill as deadline nears

Exelon and ComEd reached an agreement with Gov. Bruce Rauner that could see the bill signed — if legislators can push it through in time. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 1, 2016

Caesars Entertainment applies to exit NV Energy service

MGM Grand and Wynn Resorts have ceased purchasing power from the Nevada utility.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2016

TVA's Bull Run coal ash management plan under fire

The utility wants to leave the coal waste in place and sealed off from water supplies, but environmentalists say there is still risk.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2016

PG&E reaches $85M Diablo Canyon settlement with local groups

The utility is offering $85 million to support the San Luis Obispo County community and make up for reduced tax revenues when the nuclear plant is shuttered.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016

Votes nearing, efficiency changes in Exelon Illinois bill draw environmental support

Further changes to Exelon's far-reaching Illinois legislation have won over some green groups, but lawmakers only have through Thursday to pass the bill.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 30, 2016

Without the Clean Power Plan, are nuclear plants essential to combat climate change?

A new report says emissions would skyrocket if nuclear plants are shuttered, but some in California say that's not a given.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 30, 2016

Georgia Power Vogtle franchise fees head to the state Supreme Court

Two new reactor's at Georgia Power's Vogtle nuclear station are on track for 2019 and 2020 startup, but the utility is still fighting for recovery of some costs.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016

Illinois lawmakers still shaping Exelon nuclear bill ahead of planned Wednesday vote

The far-reaching legislation has seen a number of controversial provisions stripped from it as lawmakers try to push it through during the shortened session. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 29, 2016

NRG Energy finalizes $183M SunEdison renewable project deal

The company acquired about 1.5 GW of wind and solar projects from bankrupt SunEdison. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 28, 2016

Nova Scotia plans cap-and-trade program for power plant CO2 emissions

Nova Scotia's program would align the province with a new central government plan to phase out traditional coal plants by 2030.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 28, 2016

TVA CEO: Clean Power Plan compliance, natural gas part of future strategy

For customers of the Tennessee Valley Authority, not even President-elect Donald Trump can bring back coal power, TVA CEO Bill Johnson said in a conference call last week. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 28, 2016

Switzerland's push to keep last nuke operating highlights global debate

While Germany opted to phase out its nuclear generation, the Swiss vote on its facilities reflects a similar debate in the U.S. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 28, 2016

Reports: Exelon drops coal payments, demand charges in Illinois nuclear bill

Backers will try to push the bill through in a three-day session next week.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 23, 2016

Constitution Pipeline court case could open path to more challenges from greens

A conglomerate of energy companies is still trying to get approval for a 124-mile gas pipeline that New York regulators derailed earlier this year.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 23, 2016

In major win for NY Gov. Cuomo, high court rules state can review Indian Point relicensing

Cuomo's administration wants to shutter the nuclear plant due to its proximity to New York City. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 23, 2016

Ameren opposes Exelon's Illinois nuclear energy bill

Ameren is wary of the bill impacts on its 1.2 million customers in southern Illinois, even though some of its coal plants could benefit. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 22, 2016

EPA chief McCarthy 'very confident' about future of climate, energy goals

"The market in the clean energy sector is what continues to drive this journey," said EPA head Gina McCarthy in a speech yesterday.

By Krysti Shallenberger • Nov. 22, 2016

Washington carbon capture project says it has permanently sequestered CO2

Scientists working on the Wallula Basalt Pilot Project have found a way to store carbon dioxide underground as a solid rock.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 22, 2016