Nebraska surprise: State poised to become Midwest building efficiency leader

The state legislature approved adopting international building energy codes that would be the strongest in the region — "not something you'd think would come out of Nebraska," efficiency advocates said.

By Robert Walton • May 6, 2019

North Carolina coal ash battle comes to a head as Duke challenges cleanup order

The utility's coal ash saga stretches on in the state after an eventful Friday highlighted multiple avenues for closure and costs, making the future of the ponds and rates uncertain.

By Catherine Morehouse • May 2, 2019

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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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South Carolina compromises on PURPA contracts, eliciting Duke support for pro-solar bill

Duke, the sole naysayer on a bill that would set a 10 year minimum for PURPA contracts and eliminate the net metering cap, reached an agreement with lawmakers Monday.

By Catherine Morehouse • May 2, 2019

Maine Gov. Mills introduces 100% renewables bill

The policy, which seeks to reduce total emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2050, is a broad departure from the former governor's "openly hostile" stance against clean energy.

By Catherine Morehouse • May 2, 2019

Rejecting the 'new normal,' California eyes technology solutions to wildfire risks

The threat of deadly wildfires needs to be addressed through technology and innovation, according to the deputy executive director for safety and enforcement at the California Public Utilities Commission.

By Elizaveta Malashenko • May 2, 2019

Baltimore incinerator owners at center of Maryland renewables debate litigate new air rules

A lawsuit filed by Wheelabrator and others seeks to overturn Baltimore's "targeted attempt" to shut down the facilities whose waste-to-energy was recently confirmed as eligible for the state's renewable portfolio standard.

By Rina Li • May 2, 2019

Los Angeles releases its own 'Green New Deal', ensuring 100% renewables by 2045

The sustainability plan expands and accelerates goals for a cleaner environment, stronger economy and more resilient city.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 2, 2019

Retail energy suppliers, others reject New York utilities' proposed cybersecurity protocols

Cyberthreats are on the rise and while energy stakeholders in New York agree on the importance of enhanced security measures, they disagree over who should pay for it. 

By HJ Mai • May 1, 2019

ERCOT's reliability anxiety: Energy groups square off on what's to blame

Competition between traditional generation and renewables has put energy incentives under scrutiny in the Texas legislature.

By Herman K. Trabish • April 30, 2019

DOE policy chief: 'My office is not working on anything to do with subsidized coal'

One of the authors of the leaked DOE memo to subsidize fuel-secure power sources said the draft was not intended to address only coal or be connected to the department's failed NOPR to bail out coal.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • April 30, 2019

California PUC proposes guidelines for 'last resort' de-energizations as wildfire season looms

Utilities may need to de-energize power lines during high winds, but the California Public Utilities Commission's proposal makes clear it can only do that "as a measure of last resort."

By Robert Walton • April 30, 2019

AEE: Advanced energy industry revenues grew to $238B in 2018

Transportation electrification and building efficiency dominated revenue growth last year, increasing $25 billion over 2017.

By Catherine Morehouse • April 29, 2019

Use it or lose it: The once-in-a-generation opportunity to change the US electric grid

Who should be responsible for developing, owning and operating the energy resources that replace uneconomic coal and nuclear generation: rate-regulated utilities or independent, competitive developers?

By Todd Glass and Heather Curlee • April 29, 2019

New York allocates $280M for energy storage projects as state targets 3GW by 2030

The state will provide $280 million in incentives for energy storage project in an effort to become the nation's leader in storage system deployment.

By HJ Mai • April 29, 2019

As California utilities falter, legislators, governor back 'tower of finance' solution to wildfire costs

Climate change-driven catastrophic wildfires are keeping California's utilities from protecting ratepayers and supporting climate goals — layered financing may allow both.

By Herman K. Trabish • April 26, 2019

Indiana regulators reject Vectren gas plant over stranded asset concerns

The unexpected order in a fossil-friendly state is another ding against the utility megaprojects that used to define the sector. 

By Gavin Bade • April 25, 2019

Oregon directs utilities to show plans for accelerating transportation electrification

Oregon has aggressive clean transportation goals to complement its renewable portfolio standard, but the state's utilities will need to do some work to meet them.

By Robert Walton • April 25, 2019

DC's transit agency announces Energy Action Plan

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority aims to create the country's first LEED certified transit station, among other initiatives.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 24, 2019

New York targets 1.5 TWh of new renewables with latest solicitation

The procurement is expected to net sufficient resources to power 200,000 homes and spur over $1 billion in private investment, while helping the state meet a 70% renewable standard by 2030.

By Robert Walton • April 24, 2019

Pennsylvania PUC Commissioner blasts state's nuclear bailout bill

The commissioner said the expected cost increases are unjust given that only one nuclear plant in the state is currently experiencing financial troubles.

By HJ Mai • April 24, 2019

Pruitt coal saving plan fails as Indiana regulators tee up Vectren gas plant order

A coal mining company hired the former EPA head to stop Indiana's transition from coal to gas and renewables, but utility and business interests balked at the effort.

By Gavin Bade • Updated April 24, 2019

PNM, Avista commit to carbon-free goals on heels of state mandates

The utility commitments mark a growing alignment between state legislators and power providers in the push for cleaner generation.

By Catherine Morehouse • April 23, 2019

PG&E asks for higher ROE to fund wildfire safety upgrades

The utility says a higher return on equity is essential to attract investors, but its proposal would raise average residential electric rates by 7%.

By Robert Walton • April 23, 2019

Ohio governor signals support for nuke bailout as FirstEnergy files new bankruptcy plan

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine didn't comment on a pending financial support bill, but said Ohio can't "dramatically reduce carbon ... without nuclear."

By Gavin Bade • April 23, 2019

New York updates distributed solar tariff, clearing path for 1 GW of new generation

Changes to the state's Value of Distributed Energy Resources tariff aim to improve methods for calculating and compensating community resources, including extending net metering to projects under 750 kW.

By Robert Walton • April 23, 2019