In New Hampshire, stakeholders debate the next NEM successor tariff

Proposals including demand charges and TOU solar compensation could help boost energy storage. 

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 1, 2016

Last-minute amendments slow progress on Exelon Illinois bill as deadline nears

Exelon and ComEd reached an agreement with Gov. Bruce Rauner that could see the bill signed — if legislators can push it through in time. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 1, 2016

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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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Votes nearing, efficiency changes in Exelon Illinois bill draw environmental support

Further changes to Exelon's far-reaching Illinois legislation have won over some green groups, but lawmakers only have through Thursday to pass the bill.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 30, 2016

Without the Clean Power Plan, are nuclear plants essential to combat climate change?

A new report says emissions would skyrocket if nuclear plants are shuttered, but some in California say that's not a given.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 30, 2016

Georgia Power Vogtle franchise fees head to the state Supreme Court

Two new reactor's at Georgia Power's Vogtle nuclear station are on track for 2019 and 2020 startup, but the utility is still fighting for recovery of some costs.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016

Congressional lawmakers restore key provisions to advance bipartisan energy bill

The U.S House and Senate are continuing to try and merge their energy bills into one piece of legislation that President Obama could sign before he leaves office.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2016

AMS CEO: Energy storage can reach scale without subsidies

The biggest problem for energy storage is scale, and Advanced Microgrid Solutions has a plan to get there.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 29, 2016

Illinois lawmakers still shaping Exelon nuclear bill ahead of planned Wednesday vote

The far-reaching legislation has seen a number of controversial provisions stripped from it as lawmakers try to push it through during the shortened session. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 29, 2016

The top 10 utility regulatory commission issues of 2016

From rate design to grid modernization and storage, AEE outlined the top power sector regulatory issues of the year.

By Krysti Shallenberger • Nov. 28, 2016

Nova Scotia plans cap-and-trade program for power plant CO2 emissions

Nova Scotia's program would align the province with a new central government plan to phase out traditional coal plants by 2030.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 28, 2016

Why demand response providers aren't happy with PJM's capacity market fix

The grid operator says new rules will make it easier for seasonal resources to participate, but DR boosters say they don't go far enough.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 23, 2016

Reports: Exelon drops coal payments, demand charges in Illinois nuclear bill

Backers will try to push the bill through in a three-day session next week.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 23, 2016

Lame duck energy policy: What can get done before Trump takes office?

Chances for a bipartisan energy bill aren't looking good with the GOP set to seize Congress and the presidency, but insiders say plenty of work can still get done in the coming weeks.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 22, 2016

Ameren opposes Exelon's Illinois nuclear energy bill

Ameren is wary of the bill impacts on its 1.2 million customers in southern Illinois, even though some of its coal plants could benefit. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 22, 2016

EPA chief McCarthy 'very confident' about future of climate, energy goals

"The market in the clean energy sector is what continues to drive this journey," said EPA head Gina McCarthy in a speech yesterday.

By Krysti Shallenberger • Nov. 22, 2016

Wisconsin regulators allow Alliant Energy to double fixed charges

Wisconsin commissioners have proved more open to fixed charge increases than regulators in many other states. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 22, 2016

How California utility regulators are turning electric vehicles into grid resources

Harnessing the power of electric vehicles will be critical to the state’s renewable energy and climate goals, but big questions remain about how to spur adoption and structure the charger buildout.  

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 21, 2016

Report: Re-regulating markets could risk $15B in savings for Ohio customers

Ohio ratepayers saved $15 billion in the past five years and are on track to save more if deregulation remains in effect, according to a report. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 21, 2016

Inside Exelon's last-minute push to save its nukes and remake the Illinois power sector

The Illinois legislature has a week to decide on a far-reaching energy reform bill that also includes coal subsidies and controversial rate design changes.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 18, 2016

FERC seeks comment on new rules for energy storage in wholesale power markets

The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking stems from concerns that electric storage resources may face barriers that limit them from participating in organized markets.

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 18, 2016

DOE ups ante on Sunshot, targeting 50% solar cost cut between 2020 and 2030

In the sunniest regions of the country, DOE hopes to spur solar cost reductions down to $0.02/kWh by 2030. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 18, 2016

Obama administration unveils path for deep decarbonization for Paris Climate Accord

But U.S. compliance with the historic agreement is in question after the election of Donald Trump.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 17, 2016

FERC dismisses co-ops' case against Maryland community solar program

FERC did not rule on the merits, saying the petition was premature because tariffs have not yet been filed with state regulators. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 17, 2016

New York approves sale of FitzPatrick nuke from Entergy to Exelon

The deal was contingent on nuclear credits through the state's Clean Energy Standard being approved, but still faces regulatory hurdles.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 17, 2016

Exelon's Illinois energy bill greeted by vociferous opposition

Critics decried the inclusion of capacity payments for coal plants and residential demand charges. 

By Peter Maloney • Nov. 17, 2016