Northern Pass line can help solve New England energy issues

The proposed transmission line could help the Northeast meet demand this winter without driving up prices.

By Claire Cameron • July 14, 2014

Wisconsin nuclear plant shutdown leaves town stranded

The closing of the Kewaunee nuclear plant will impact affect local infrastructure for decades, reflecting the impact of plant closures sweeping the U.S.

By Claire Cameron • July 14, 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

We Energies wants to burn cheaper coal at Milwaukee plant

The utility wants to spend up to $100 million retrofitting its Oak Creek coal plant.

By Claire Cameron • July 11, 2014

Exelon: No plans to shut down nuclear plants

Utility's nuclear fleet plagued by bad economics.

By Claire Cameron • July 11, 2014

FERC: Natural gas pipeline congestion sparked high winter power prices

Both heating and electric utility companies sought additional gas supplies to meet demand during this winter's Polar Vortex.

By Claire Cameron • July 11, 2014

Central Maine Power agrees to decouple rates, add 4% bill charge

The average $3 per month charge would cover distribution costs for distributed generation.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 10, 2014

Virginia regulators weigh cost risks of new nuclear, natural gas

Dominion’s least cost option and emissions-free option have risk trade-offs.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 10, 2014

Officials: Kentucky does not need more coal closures to meet EPA emissions rule

Plans to meet pollution standards will cut coal from 92% to 78% of state electricity. 

By Herman K. Trabish • July 9, 2014

Why solar advocates are suing to stop the Missouri PSC's action on Ameren and KCPL

Is the utility math fuzzy or does solar cost too much?

By Herman K. Trabish • July 9, 2014

Congressional report: U.S. grid attack could have 'crippling' consequences

A new report from the Congressional Research Service calls on Congress to review utility protocols for preventing a physical attack.

By Claire Cameron • July 9, 2014

APS reaches $3.25M settlement over 2011 blackout

Arizona Public Service has agreed to pay a total $3.25 million in penalties and reliability improvements after NERC found the utility contributed to a power outage in the Southwest and Mexico.

By Claire Cameron • July 8, 2014

Ameren seeks $264M rate increase in Missouri

The utility wants to raise rates because fuel costs are up and it wants to invest in renewables. 

By Claire Cameron • July 8, 2014

Study: Net metering no cost burden to non-solar owners

An E3 assessment shows the benefits to the system balance the costs in NV Energy's service territory.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 8, 2014

Puerto Rico power authority, lenders get three-week stay on $800M debt

The banks and PREPA remain on the verge of a power and financial disaster.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 8, 2014

4 residential solar trends to watch this year

Residential solar will be more affordable in more places.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 8, 2014

SEPA: Utilities should own solar inverters

A new report makes the case for utility-owned inverters, which help integrate rooftop solar onto the grid. 

By Claire Cameron • July 8, 2014

IOUs launch 'We Stand For Energy' social media campaign

Investor-owned utilities seek to raise awareness for electricity service and engage customers around capital investment plans.

By Claire Cameron • July 8, 2014

N.C. regulators to weigh value of small renewable projects

Utilities are currently required to sign contracts with 5 MW or less renewables projects at a standard rate based on avoided costs with no negotiations.

By Claire Cameron • July 7, 2014

DOE announces $4B in loan guarantees for clean energy

Renewable energy and energy efficiency projects get a multi-billion dollar boost.

By Claire Cameron • July 7, 2014

Alliant seeks $150M to retrofit coal unit

A total $900 million investment will keep some coal power in Wisconsin.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 7, 2014

Illinois attorney general: ComEd rate hike illegally covering bonuses

Under state law, the cost of staff bonuses cannot be transferred to customers via a rate increase, said the attorney general.

By Claire Cameron • July 2, 2014

Investors fight Puerto Rico utility's attempt to restructure debt

The beleaguered Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority owes $8.6 billion amid fears of bankruptcy.

By Claire Cameron • July 2, 2014

Michigan debates new renewables mandate, emissions reductions

The state could build more renewables but some lawmakers want more natural gas.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 2, 2014

Illinois governor signs off on $30M solar boost

Illinois Power Agency will put the state’s renewables fund to work.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 2, 2014

More solar and wind, less coal use planned for New Mexico

The drivers are EPA regulations and the state renewables mandates.

By Herman K. Trabish • July 2, 2014