FERC OKs sale of Duke's Midwest generation to Dynegy

Federal regulators had delayed signing off due competitive concerns, but last week approved the Duke-Dynegy deal.

By Robert Walton • March 31, 2015

Hawaii agency questions details of $4.3B NextEra-HECO deal

The Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism is asking regulators for more details on how NextEra will run Hawaii’s biggest power provider.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 27, 2015

CPUC Head: PG&E used pipeline safety money for exec raises before San Bruno explosion

$10 million collected from ratepayers to fix the San Bruno pipeline went PG&E top brass in the months before the explosion.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 27, 2015

Maryland PSC delays decision on Pepco-Exelon merger

The companies are hoping to close the deal in the third quarter of this year.

By Robert Walton • March 27, 2015

Feds greenlight first utility-owned U.S. offshore wind project

Dominion Virginia's offshore pilot project could be generating by 2017, laying the groundwork for further development. 

By Herman K. Trabish • March 26, 2015

Texas lawmakers consider allowing competition for Austin Energy's largest customers

The measure would allow dissatisfied large customers to petition regulators for other service options.

By Robert Walton • March 26, 2015

FPL seeks more than 1,000 MW of generation due to load growth

The utility said it believes gas-fired generation is the most effective solution.

By Robert Walton • March 25, 2015

A basic primer on capital investment financing for regulated investor owned utilities

James Tong and Jon Wellinghoff explain how utilities make capital investments — and earn revenue.

By James Tong and Jon Wellinghoff • March 25, 2015

Duke will appeal record North Carolina fine for coal ash violations

Duke is preparing to challenge a $25.1 million fine for coal ash contamination.

By Robert Walton • March 25, 2015

New Hampshire utility wants to slash electric rates 55% for summer

Liberty Utilities has asked regulators for authority to cut its rates by more than half.

By Robert Walton • March 25, 2015

Hawaii lawmakers consider bills to check NextEra-HECO merger

Sentiment is rising in favor of exploring a cooperative publicly-owned Hawaiian utility.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 25, 2015

Environmental groups sue Dominion Virginia for coal ash leaks

The alleged Clean Water Act violations include leakage of arsenic into groundwater and the Elizabeth River.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 24, 2015

Part II: How do you teach customers algebra if they don't know how to multiply?

NTC's Ward Eames explains how utilities are missing the mark on customer education and what they can do to improve.

By Ward Eames • March 24, 2015

Illinois investigates mismanagement at target of We Energies merger bid

The investigation is not expected to slow down Wisconsin Energy's bid to purchase Integrys, the parent company of Peoples Gas.

By Robert Walton • March 23, 2015

AEP prepares to shutter 3 West Virginia coal plants

Plant employees received notices the facilities are preparing to close.

By Robert Walton • March 23, 2015

Lawmaker calls on CA regulators to reopen San Onfre closure cost settlement

Unethical meetings between discredited CPUC president Peevey and SCE employees raise doubts about the deal.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 23, 2015

PG&E proposes rebates for customers who buy electric cars

Rewards are to be funded through Low Carbon Fuel Standard credit sales to oil companies.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 20, 2015

Idaho Power tops efficiency, demand response targets

The utility reported a 33% increase in energy savings by customers participating in 2014 efficiency programs and activities.

By Robert Walton • March 20, 2015

Are rooftop solar installers fleecing customers? The industry responds

Utilities and some lawmakers are worried about improper cost and energy saving claims.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 18, 2015

S.C. utility backs program to help customers install solar

Solarize South Carolina began this week in Charleston and is expected to spread.

By Robert Walton • March 18, 2015

Exelon, Pepco strike merger settlement with crucial Maryland counties

The deal includes $50 million to stimulate investment in solar, energy storage and other distributed generation.

By Robert Walton • March 18, 2015

PG&E reports Diablo Canyon safe against once-in-10,000 year earthquake

The nuclear facility is secure even if the Richter Scale hits 8, the utility told federal nuclear regulators.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 16, 2015

Xcel's Southwestern Public Service buys 140 MW of New Mexico solar

PPAs from NextEra Energy Resources move Xcel toward its goal to cut carbon emissions 25% y 2020.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 16, 2015

SolarCity moves to 'run the grid' with new microgrid service

The nation's largest solar installer launches a "microgrid-as-a-service" product to enhance reliability.

By Gavin Bade • March 16, 2015

Eversource Energy to sell all of its power plants in New Hampshire

The deal is expected to save consumers $300 million.

By Robert Walton • March 13, 2015