Maryland PSC approves higher fees for smart grid opt-outs

BGE will consider charging more to customers who ignore multiple smart grid inquiries.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 4, 2014

Inside the Obama administration's energy policies

John Podesta gives insights into the White House's plans for demand response, the Clean Power Plan, and international climate negotiations.

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 4, 2014

Explore the Trendline➔

The Energy Transition to Renewables

Rising demand for power is continuing to drive demand for renewables, but policy uncertainty and mixed signals from the Trump administration add to existing challenges.

By Utility Dive staff

Is the Kansas renewable standard in jeopardy?

After the midterm elections, Kansas House of Representatives may have enough conservative votes to overturn the state's green mandates.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 4, 2014

Ariz. muni SRP proposes higher fixed charges for solar customers

SRP claims it is losing $51 per month to solar customers that non-solar owners have to cover.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 3, 2014

Florida utilities want ratepayers to foot the bill for gas exploration

The state's deputy public counsel says proposals to invest in shale gas should not be approved at ratepayer expense.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 3, 2014

Dems extend Baran's term at NRC, GOP absent

The vote was taken at an Environment and Public Works Committee meeting where no Republicans attended.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 3, 2014

FERC delays rate increases for Upper Peninsula residents

Federal regulators want a broader assessment of who benefits from We Energies’ Presque Isle Power Plant.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 3, 2014

Utility-scale solar generation grew 100% in 2014

The cost is now grid-competitive and it could be 10% of U.S. power by 2030.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 2, 2014

Glatfelter nears permit to replace coal with natural gas

The state of Pennsylvania is set to approve gas turbine retrofits as best available technology 

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 2, 2014

New Senate bill aims to solve legal wrangling over FERC Order 745

The White House says it supports FERC's authority to regulate demand response, but wants a resolution in court before looking at legislation.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2014

Is change on the horizon for California utility regulation?

The governor is set to appoint new leadership at the embattled California Public Utilities Commission, but just how much will change remains unclear.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2014

EPA delays deadlines on interstate pollution regulations

The agency will push Cross-State Air Pollution Rule requirements back by three years. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2014

WAPA, CAISO face penalties related to 2011 blackouts

A 2011 blackout left 5 million people in the region without power for up to 12 hours.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2014

Federal regulators boost oversight of St. Lucie nuclear facility

Closer inspections follow violations linked to plant operators’ failure to ensure that the reactor’s auxiliary building was watertight.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 2, 2014

Comments are in on the EPA's Clean Power Plan

Attorneys General, grid operators, advocacy groups, environmentalists, and utilities all have suggestions.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 2, 2014

Indiana munis battle with co-ops, IOUs over turf

Municipalization is becoming a statewide struggle as cities find a loophole in the law.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 2, 2014

New England generators want demand response banned from capacity markets

The group represents 26,000 MW of generating capacity throughout the New England region.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2014

68 counties could be in violation of new EPA ozone rules

Critics say the new standards will mean higher energy prices and fewer jobs.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2014

Regional approach can make complying with EPA rules 30% cheaper

A PJM study shows a total cost drop from $45 billion to $35 billion if states choose to work together.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 30, 2014

Georgia Power nuclear expansion delayed another year

The Vogtle facility could cost the Southern Company subsidiary another $1 billion.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 30, 2014

Mich. efficiency programs save $4 for every $1 invested

The state's efficiency programs exceeded expectations last year.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2014

Florida regulators slash efficiency targets, end solar rebates

Utilities say pushing efficiency costs more than building new generation.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 30, 2014

Midwest renewables take a big step closer to eastern markets

Illinois regulators okay Clean Line project from Iowa to PJM, will soon consider a line from Kansas.

By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 27, 2014

EPA to introduce broad new ozone regulations

The proposed regulation would lower the threshold for ozone pollution to 65-70 parts per billion. 

By Gavin Bade • Nov. 26, 2014

Panel appearance casts doubt on We Energies rate decision

Critics of We Energies rate plan say state regulator Ellen Nowak should have recused herself from the decision.

By Robert Walton • Nov. 25, 2014