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FERC Chair LaFleur says agency can help implement EPA's Clean Power Plan
LaFleur also approves of NERC’s call for reliable implementation of the emissions rule
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 10, 2014 -
Study: Minnesota could handle 40% renewables without reliability issues
The report, conducted with MISO, has good news for other midwestern states as well.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 10, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineThe 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.
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Deep Dive
Lame Duck Preview: Will Congress extend tax credits for wind?
Insiders say the production tax credit could be extended by two years, by one, or ruined entirely.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 7, 2014 -
Arizona considers axing efficiency standards
State regulators will consider doing away with energy savings goals.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 7, 2014 -
Will GOP gubernatorial wins put EPA rules in jeopardy?
Emboldened Republican governors may make implementing emissions rules a bit trickier.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 7, 2014 -
Deep Dive
This is what a well-functioning renewable rebate program looks like
In California, subsidy cash is going to consumers, but questions remain on solar pricing.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 6, 2014 -
Wisc. regulators approve 83% jump in fixed charges
The Wisconsin Public Service Corp. had requested a 140% increase.
By Gavin Bade • Nov. 6, 2014 -
Arizona regulatory staff rejects APS bid to own rooftop solar
The staff of the Arizona Corporation Commission says the utility's plan is too costly.
By Gavin Bade • Nov. 6, 2014 -
Deep Dive
While some talk of new business models, Iowa's coops invent them
"Those who say renewables are a threat ... should realize that they are also an opportunity.”
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 6, 2014 -
NERC warns carbon rules could threaten reliability
The electric industry needs more time to comply with EPA guidelines while still ensuring reliability, a new report says.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 5, 2014 -
Republican midterm wins cloud picture for Obama energy policy
Renewables advocates could see legislative support evaporate in the Senate.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 5, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Northern Michigan is facing a power crisis. How will it be fixed?
It's no longer profitable to operate the Upper Peninsula's biggest power plant. So is generation or transmission the answer?
By Robert Walton • Nov. 5, 2014 -
Entergy Q3 income drops almost 4% on nuclear expansion plan losses
When Mississippi regulators denied cost recovery, Entergy lost $0.23 per share.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 4, 2014 -
Is the EPA considering easing back on carbon cuts?
The agency has requested comments on ways to make a final rule more palatable to states.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 4, 2014 -
Did a utility lobbying group in Wisconsin falsify 2500 signatures?
Solar advocates challenged the validity of comments submitted in support of raising flat monthly fees in the state.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 4, 2014 -
Deep Dive
The fight over solar moves from net metering to rate design
Everybody wants electricity; the debate is about who produces it and who pays for it.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 3, 2014 -
DTE Energy says EPA rules will impose 'sweeping changes'
The utility expects communities will welcome cleaner air, but not job losses.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Oklahoma Gas & Electric considers new charge for distributed generation
Higher fixed charges and lower per-kilowatt-hour rates would be fairer, says the utility.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Cyberthreats trigger secret Homeland Security meetings
Homeland Security officials are spreading the word on two cybersecurity threats.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Inside the REV: Audrey Zibelman's bold plan to transform New York's electricity market
New York's head regulator tells Utility Dive why the status quo isn't working—and why it's an opportunity for utilities.
By Davide Savenije • Nov. 3, 2014 -
PSEG CEO 'supportive' of EPA carbon rules
EPA administrator Gina McCarthy is 'a brilliant regulator,' according to Ralph Izzo.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Three years later, FERC closes book on Duke-Progress merger
The commission rejected all requests for rehearing, ending its review of the merger.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Deep Dive
One grid to rule them all: Is a national transmission system coming to America?
A bold idea to interconnect the nation’s three grids is just a financing agreement away.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 31, 2014 -
GE exec: Midwest wind doesn't require tax credit
Recent data from the U.S. Department of Energy shows wind power costing roughly 2.5 cents/KWh.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 31, 2014 -
Former FERC chair says microgrids are key to grid security
A diverse power grid can help shore up threats to U.S. reliability.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 31, 2014
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