DNV GL's van Nispen predicts the future of the utility business

The director of DNV GL's energy advisory says utilities are struggling with “inertia” due to “uncertainty over the political dynamic.” 

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 19, 2014

Study: Despite methane emissions, natural gas better than coal

There may be more methane “leakage” than previously thought, but natural gas can still be used to cut overall carbon dioxide emissions, report finds.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 19, 2014

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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

Duke Energy expects to spend up to $5.5B on environmental compliance

Duke Energy expects to spend up to $5.5 billion to meet environmental rules through 2023, including changing how the company handles coal ash.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 19, 2014

Energy efficiency shrinks Midwest power sales

Energy efficiency is cutting into power sales in the Midwest with the region's grid operator predicting a 0.75% annual decrease in sales until 2017.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 19, 2014

DTE Energy: Deregulated power markets 'in trouble'

Deregulated power markets are "in trouble" and it is unlikely Michigan policymakers will expand the state's competitive market, according to DTE Energy's CEO.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 17, 2014

Utah bill would allow renewable aggregation

Utah residents and small businesses could buy renewable energy through cities and counties under a bill in the Utah Legislature.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 17, 2014

In Michigan, renewable energy costs fall

The average cost of renewables in Michigan has dropped to $78.39/MWh, according to a PSC report.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 17, 2014

How should utilities make a play for the smart home?

Utilities must decide if and how they want play in the home energy management market. Southern California Edison has made up its mind.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 17, 2014

12 unforgettable quotes from NRG Energy CEO David Crane

For ten years, NRG Energy President and CEO David Crane has been telling us what he thinks. Here are some gems. 

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 14, 2014

Attitudes changing over utility business model

Stakeholders see changing attitudes on the utility business model.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 14, 2014

Utah utility seeks solar fees

Rocky Mountain Power wants to charge a monthly fee for customers with solar panels.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 13, 2014

Federal prosecutors investigate Duke Energy coal ash spill

Federal prosecutors investigate Duke Energy's coal ash spill, and state lawmakers may get involved.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 13, 2014

EEI calls for new utility regulatory models

Utility regulation must change to support efficiency and distributed generation, Edison Electric and NRDC say.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 13, 2014

California PUC develops 'shared' renewable program

The California PUC is developing a program that requires the state's investor-owned utilities to offer 600 MW of “shared” renewables.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 12, 2014

California PUC issues proposal to replace San Onofre

PUC plans calls for SDG&E, SoCal Ed to acquire 1,400 MW to replace San Onofre and other expected plant retirements.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 12, 2014

Three perspectives on the future of electric utilities

Jim Rogers, Ron Binz and Mike Chesser gave their prescriptions for the utility of the future at Brookings last week.

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 11, 2014

Regulators: California needs to take more steps to cut carbon emissions

California will likely meet its 2020 greenhouse gas reduction goals, but faces serious challenges in reaching its 2050 emissions reduction targets.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 11, 2014

Missouri struggles with renewable law

Missouri's renewable energy law remains mired in wrangling as a bill aims to stiffen its rules.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 11, 2014

U.S. Senate bill seeks to extend solar tax credit

Solar developers would be eligible for 30% tax credit for projects under construction by 2017.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 11, 2014

EPRI urges state regulators to focus on distributed generation

The Electric Power Research Institute urged state regulators to study how distributed generation can be integrated onto the grid.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 11, 2014

EPA approves plan to retire Oklahoma coal units

Public Service Co. of Oklahoma will shut two units totaling 930 MW to reduce regional haze.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 11, 2014

Report: North Carolina protecting Duke Energy from lawsuits

North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory, a former Duke Energy employee, has been protecting the company, according to environmental groups.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 11, 2014

Duke Energy stops coal ash leak

Duke Energy fixes pipe after up to 82,000 tons of coal ash spills into river.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 9, 2014

Senators raise concerns about California grid attack

Democratic senators ask if tougher federal standards are needed to protect the grid.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 9, 2014

Oregon RPS bill allows 'green tariff' for IOUs

Compromise RPS bill would allow PacifiCorp and Portland General Electric to sell renewable power directly to large customers.

By Ethan Howland • Feb. 9, 2014