How the U.S. will get a third of its energy from wind by midcentury

A new study sets big targets, but the wind industry beat DOE’s projections many called “unachievable."

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 20, 2014

Wisc. solar group plans to sue regulators over We Energies rates

Regulators have approved new rates for Wisconsin Energy that green energy supporters say will end solar installations in the state.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 20, 2014

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Sustainability

Companies are pursuing increasingly ambitous sustainability goals around clean energy, but integrating rising amounts of renewables, minimizing environmental impacts, and achieving carbon reduction targets can be challenging.

By Utility Dive staff

Wind industry fears GOP will block tax credit extensions

Wind tax credits are vulnerable, and initial optimism for their extension is fading.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 20, 2014

How solar owners can be 'good citizens of the grid'

Smart technologies and smart attitudes can make the grid more reliable, even with lots of solar.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 19, 2014

California likely to allow utilities to own EV charging stations

State regulators could vote next month to loosen limits on utility investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 19, 2014

White House threatens vetoes on trio of EPA bills

The bills would add uncertainty and expense for states and businesses, the Obama Administration said. 

By Robert Walton • Nov. 19, 2014

NRC Chair: Agency will require significant refocusing in coming years

The predicted nuclear boom never materialized and federal regulators are not ready for coming plant retirements.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 18, 2014

D.C. Circuit merges challenges to EPA rules, streamlines proceedings

The court combined two Murray Energy suits and required them to be heard simultaneously with another challenge brought by West Virginia.

By Gavin Bade • Nov. 18, 2014

Digging into the legal battles on FERC Order 745

Wrangling over demand response's place continues as FERC mulls an appeal to the Supreme Court.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 18, 2014

ERCOT: Emissions rules could raise Texas power prices 20%

Limits on CO2 emissions could take 8,700 MW of coal generation capacity offline in Texas.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 18, 2014

Is South Carolina solar about to explode?

A comprehensive solar law due by March 2015 could make the state ready for a solar boom.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 18, 2014

Feds approve first offshore wind transmission line

National Grid will build and pay for the $75 million Block Island connection.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 17, 2014

How the most efficient states convince utilities to conserve energy

Utility policy that recognizes efficiency as a resource is key to improving overall sustainability, new research finds.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 16, 2014

Koch-backed group attacks wind subsidies

Americans for Prosperity is buying ad time in 15 states to oppose renewing the Wind Production Tax Credit.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 16, 2014

Wisc. regulators approve 75% increase in We Energies fixed charges

Renewable energy advocates paint the decision as an attack on rooftop solar. 

By Gavin Bade • Nov. 14, 2014

AEP, Southern Co: U.S.-China climate accord could cause blackouts

AEP and Southern Company CEOs say the emissions cuts threaten electricity delivery

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 14, 2014

DOE energy loan program turns profitable, goes $30 million in the black

Earnings on U.S. innovation expected to continue, could top $6 billion.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 14, 2014

NERC: Declining reserve margins tax grid reliability

Uncertain of environmental rules and changes in the resource mix are also challenging the industry.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 14, 2014

Big storage procurements leave more questions than answers

If storage is such a good idea, why is SoCal Edison buying so much natural gas?

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 13, 2014

How America ranks first in wind energy—even with less capacity than China

U.S. wind’s smaller fleet generates over 20% more electricity than Chinese wind.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 13, 2014

Investigation reveals CPUC Chair Peevey failed to disclose donations from PG&E

The CPUC Chair failed to file disclosure forms for contributions from PG&E, a local news investigation finds.

By Gavin Bade • Nov. 13, 2014

14 states and DC show support for EPA emissions proposal

14 states and the District of Columbia have filed a brief supporting the EPA plan.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 13, 2014

California set to decide if utilities can own EV charging stations

San Diego Gas and Electric and Southern California Edison have a plan to invest $500 million in vehicle charging infrastructure.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 13, 2014

U.S.-China climate deal shows growing confidence in renewables

China will get 20% renewables and nukes by 2020 and stop emissions growth by 2030.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 12, 2014

Vivint Solar CEO says GOP majority will be beneficial

Vivint posted a net loss in Q3, but it expects to have an edge over competitors as subsidies fade out.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 12, 2014