NERC to analyze first potential cyberattack on US grid

The nonprofit has no information suggesting malicious intent behind the loss of visibility to a utility control system that occurred in early March and impacted electrical system operations in California, Utah and Wyoming.

By HJ Mai • May 10, 2019

Florida's solar turnaround sparks concerns over limits on community projects

Many are asking how big this boom will get, but a better question may be how this growth will evolve as its impact sparks responses by utilities, solar developers and policymakers.

By Herman K. Trabish • May 9, 2019

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Data Centers and the US Grid

A look at how data centers are affecting the U.S. grid today and how new technologies and rate structures could affect that trajectory in the years to come.

By Utility Dive staff

Republicans show increasing appetite for climate action, despite opposition to Paris accord bill

GOP legislators are increasingly calling for measures to address climate change, but through private sector innovation, as opposed to carbon taxes, mandates or sweeping Green New Deal-style policies.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • May 9, 2019

Moody's developing new system to score companies on carbon transition risk

The company's proposed framework would evaluate the need to comply with climate regulations and the cost required to decarbonize energy sources, among other factors, but would not produce new credit ratings.

By Robert Walton • May 9, 2019

South Carolina regulators slash Duke Energy Progress rate hikes, cut $333M coal ash recovery

The Public Service Commission adopted a similar motion reducing another Duke subsidiary's proposed rate hike by 54%, signaling the impact of stakeholders that rallied to oppose the increases.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • May 9, 2019

Three Mile Island to close after bailout bill stalls in Pennsylvania legislature

The plant gained international fame when a partial nuclear meltdown permanently shut down Unit 2 in 1979. Economic competition is now driving Unit 1 to close, despite 15 years left on its operating license.

By HJ Mai • May 9, 2019

EPA questions federal permit application of 1.2 GW hydro transmission line

Central Maine's environmental permit application for a proposed 145-mile project from Quebec to Massachusetts prevents stakeholders from having a full understanding of the project due to allegedly incomplete information, EPA wrote.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • May 8, 2019

EPS Ep. 12: An on-the-ground account of coal ash pollution in Texas

The most contaminated coal ash site in the country offers a firsthand look at the waste's impact on land and where that leaves federal regulations.

By Catherine Morehouse • May 8, 2019

DOE offers $35M for energy-efficient construction tech

The Department of Energy grants will favor techniques such as offsite manufacturing, robotics, digitization, automation and improved modeling.

By Kim Slowey • May 8, 2019

The looming threat to state renewable goals in wholesale electricity markets

States are on a dangerous collision course with organized wholesale markets as they encounter obstacles to their clean energy goals that undermine their efforts and put more costs onto ratepayers.

By Jessica Bell • May 8, 2019

Massachusetts' multipronged policy approach spurs distributed energy storage

Sunrun has credited the state's bedrock of distributed energy policies for enabling its participation in ISO-NE's capacity market with an aggregated solar-plus-storage bid.

By HJ Mai • May 7, 2019

Seattle passes EV readiness requirements

New buildings with off-street parking must have charging infrastructure under a proposal championed by Mayor Jenny Durkan.

By Jason Plautz • May 7, 2019

Colorado approves bill putting Tri-State under PUC as members flee to renewables

Legislators on Friday passed a comprehensive utility bill that also codifies Xcel's clean energy goals.

By Catherine Morehouse • May 7, 2019

FERC deadlock could continue past end of LaFleur's term

The Democratic commissioner's departure could come before a replacement is Senate-approved and sworn in, based on future opportunities for her career, according to her staff.

By Iulia Gheorghiu • May 7, 2019

Senate Democrats push tax code overhaul to streamline clean energy incentives

A bill introduced by Sen. Ron Wyden would consolidate dozens of tax breaks into a trio of "technology-neutral provisions," though opponents say it would rig markets against fossil fuels.

By Robert Walton • May 6, 2019

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

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