Xcel: Utility-scale solar will continue to be primary focus

Rooftop and community solar require significant subsidization, according to Xcel Energy CEO Ben Fowke.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 3, 2015

Arizona readies consumer protections for solar leasing as installers protest

The new rules reinforce disclosures, guarantees and contract limits in existing law.

By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 3, 2015

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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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'Tipping point' for FL solar? Orlando utility buys at under fossil generation prices

The new 13 MW solar array could represent a new chapter for solar in the sunshine state, backers hope.

By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 3, 2015

TECO Energy reports strong earnings, but no news on its sale

Company officials were tight-lipped during the second quarter earnings call, but were happy to reveal earnings of almost $62 million.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 3, 2015

Moody's: Hunt plan to take over Oncor carries risk for shareholders

Hunt Consolidated wants to purchase Oncor and place it in a real estate trust, which the credit agency warned could create regulatory issues and risks for investors.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 3, 2015

Eversource Energy earnings rise more than 60%

Strong results from the company's utility segments helped grow earnings for thre largest distribution company in New England.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 3, 2015

With San Bruno behind it, PG&E earnings rise on rate case

The utility reported non-GAAP earnings from operations of $442 million, up from $324 million in  last year's second quarter.

By Robert Walton • July 31, 2015

Key Tres Amigas partners pull out, leaving national interconnect in doubt

Xcel Energy subsidiary SPS is getting out of the project, leaving Tres Amigas without an Eastern link.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 31, 2015

Southern earnings rise, but wholesale sales lag this year

Retail power sales were up this quarter, but overall sales for the year are slightly lower.

By Robert Walton • July 30, 2015

Exelon Q2 earnings beat estimates; revenue rises but misses street expectations

Earnings reflected the Department of Energy canceling spent nuclear fuel disposal fees and the completion of the Integrys acquisition.

By Robert Walton • July 30, 2015

ConEd will enter NY rooftop solar market through unregulated subsidiary

ConEdison Solutions’ third party owned product will use SunPower modules and be available at no upfront cost to the consumer.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 30, 2015

As Berkshire signs Obama climate pledge, subsidiary MidAmerican targets 57% wind in Iowa

Regulatory approvals would take the Buffett-owned utility to 4,000 MW of wind.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 29, 2015

Edison Int'l seeks $7.57B in damagers from Mitsubishi for San Onofre closure

Mitsubishi, on the contrary, has told an international arbitrator that its liability is $137 million.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 29, 2015

First U.S. offshore wind project gets steel in the water

The start of construction for Deepwater Wind’s 30 MW Block Island facility is a landmark for an industry that's long lagged behind its European counterparts.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 28, 2015

NRG Energy moves into community shared solar

With the debut of a new project in Massachusetts, NRG becomes community shared solar's first vertically integrated developer.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 28, 2015

DTE reports earnings, says efficiency advances will keep load flat over next few years

The utility said energy efficiency is growing quickly on its system and will be a key strategy to meeting Clean Power Plan mandates.

By Robert Walton • July 28, 2015

In new twist, Hunt Consolidated now in the lead to acquire Oncor

It now appears that Hunt Consolidated has momentum amongst a group of companies looking to acquire the largest utility in Texas.

By Robert Walton • July 27, 2015

What's next for the NextEra-Hawaiian Electric deal?

Stakeholders say NextEra 'needs a hearing aid,' not another lobbyist.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 26, 2015

Puerto Rico's ailing utility PREPA rejects debt restructuring plan

The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority says a proposal to help it deal with more than $8 billion in debt is unfair and places too much risk on customers.

By Robert Walton • July 24, 2015

Hawaii regulators pushed to consider co-op as alternative to HECO merger

The filing marks the first time regulators have formally been asked to consider a co-op as an alternative to the sale of Hawaii's dominant electric provider.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 24, 2015

Strong earnings from AEP: Gas drilling industry fueling power sales

The generator saw load growth among all customer segments, though the industrial segment is moderating.

By Robert Walton • July 24, 2015

Hewlett-Packard and Amazon Web Services join list of corporate buyers of wind

Big private sector names move to renewables to hedge against fossil fuel price volatility.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 23, 2015

For top utilities, customer satisfaction hinges on empowerment

It's not enough to provide reliable, affordable power anymore. If you want satisfied customers, you've got to provide them with timely, actionable information.

By Robert Walton • July 22, 2015

Cost overruns in SPP transmission projects draw ire of RTO's leaders

Over 85% of projects in SPP’s current pipeline have cost estimates that are inaccurate by 30% or more.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 22, 2015

Hawaii Gov. Ige opposes NextEra acquisition of Hawaiian Electric

Governor Ige has “serious reservations” about NextEra’s readiness to meet the state's aggressive energy goals.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 22, 2015