Generation: Page 267
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Google entering utility software and hardware market, sources say
Operating the transmission and distribution network could one day become as simple as a quick Google search.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 11, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Hawaii provides U.S. utilities a glimpse of the future
“While states are starting to debate these questions and looking to five to 10 years down the road, we are dealing with these challenges in real-time.”
By Davide Savenije • June 11, 2014 -
Why aren't utilities fighting EPA's new emission rule?
Electric utility companies could have a significant say in how individual states meet proposed emissions targets.
By Claire Cameron • June 11, 2014 -
FirstEnergy, AEP seek regulatory relief from falling sales, rising costs
FirstEnergy takes issue with the role of demand response in PJM's most recent capacity auction.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 10, 2014 -
Duke Energy agrees to pay for Dan River clean-up, no matter the cost
The utility signed off on a deal with North Carolina and Virginia environmental agencies.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 10, 2014 -
PPL, Riverstone agree merger to form 3rd largest IPP in US
Talen Energy, the resulting company, will own and operate over 15,000 MW of generation.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 10, 2014 -
Deep Dive
NRG's David Crane: New EPA rule does not go far enough
NRG Energy CEO explains why he thinks the proposal "will simply displace one fossil fuel for another."
By Davide Savenije • June 10, 2014 -
Warren Buffett to keep betting on energy 'as far as the eye can see'
"So far, we've stayed rich," Buffett recounted of his experience investing in the electric power sector at EEI's annual meeting.
By Davide Savenije • June 10, 2014 -
EIA: Power industry CO2 emissions to fluctuate depending on public policy
Only a carbon price can achieve significant CO2 emissions reductions without the new EPA rule.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 9, 2014 -
What are the possible legal challenges to the new EPA rules?
The power industry likes the flexibility of EPA's proposed regulation. But so might those who challenge the legality of the rule in court.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 9, 2014 -
Planned coal plant retirements will only cut CO2 emissions by 4%
Only closing down Big Coal will substantially reduce U.S. emissions, according to an analysis by USA Today.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 9, 2014 -
Deep Dive
ITC Holdings CEO: Distributed generation will never beat centralized grid
“Distributed generation wasn’t successful in 1900. It wasn’t successful in 1950. It wasn’t successful in 2000. And it won’t be successful in 2050.”
By Davide Savenije • June 9, 2014 -
NH lawmakers order state regulators to consider sale of PSNH coal fleet
Neither consumer advocates nor PSNH opposed the bill.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 9, 2014 -
HECO may end limits on rooftop solar integration
Hawaii's largest utility is dealing with very high penetrations of distributed solar.
By Claire Cameron • June 9, 2014 -
Carbon market mooted to meet EPA regs in Southeast US, but politics remain obstacle
Regional carbon trading markets could help states meet new EPA guidelines.
By Claire Cameron • June 9, 2014 -
Alameda County, CA may bypass PG&E, create new public power agency
A California county plans to set up Community Choice Aggregation.
By Claire Cameron • June 9, 2014 -
S&P: New nuclear could help states meet new EPA emissions rules
Nuclear is a viable long-term emissions-cutting power source, according to a new report from Standard & Poor's.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 7, 2014 -
Dairyland Power see trouble ahead, despite rising sales
The Wisconsin-based generation and transmission cooperative will have challenges in meeting the EPA's new power plant rule, according to CEO Bill Berg.
By Claire Cameron • June 6, 2014 -
Energy efficiency's future is uncertain in Indiana
Ending the state's energy efficiency initiative early has put Indiana in a worse position to meet new EPA emissions targets, according to a consumer watchdog.
By Claire Cameron • June 6, 2014 -
Texas PUC Chair calls for end to renewables subsidies
The "mature industries" of wind and solar no longer need federal tax credits and other support mechanisms, Donna Nelson argued to fellow state regulators.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 5, 2014 -
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NV Energy, SunPower to build 19MW of new solar
The array will be built at Nellis Air Force Base.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 5, 2014 -
Hawaii regulators kick off financing programs for rooftop solar, energy efficiency
The programs will make efficiency and solar more affordable to customers.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 5, 2014 -
Deep Dive
How advanced forecasting is making it easier to integrate solar onto the grid
25% to 35% better forecasts will get more solar on the grid reliably.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 5, 2014 -
NREL, LBNL: Average RPS cost to utilities is $0.02/KWh
Meeting state renewable portfolio standards has been less costly than expected, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
By Claire Cameron • June 5, 2014 -
Report: Feds should not sell TVA
A strategic review by independent analysts Lazard Frères & Co found the Tennessee Valley Authority should not be sold.
By Claire Cameron • June 5, 2014
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