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94% of utility execs predict business model upheaval
Perhaps more surprisingly, the vast majority of those surveyed said distributed generation is an opportunity, rather than a threat.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 7, 2013 -
FBI investigating Ark. grid attacks
The FBI and ATF are offering a reward for information regarding attacks on a substation and power lines.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 7, 2013 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineTop 5 Stories from Utility Dive
Power demand is rising amid dramatic shifts in federal energy policy, but technology and markets continue to push the grid toward cleaner, more distributed resources.
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DOE to continue talks over Vogtle nuclear plant's $8.3B loan guarantee
The two new reactors are plagued by construction delays and cost overruns.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 7, 2013 -
Austin, Texas doubles down on wind as price drops
The city is among the nation's most aggressive users of renewables.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 7, 2013 -
Kan. Supreme Court kills new coal plant permit over emissions
Sunflower Electric Power says it will work with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment on a new permit.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 4, 2013 -
You've got to be kidding me: This week's most read utility news
From Ikea's rooftop solar game-changer to the entirely absurd government shutdown, here's what you need to know about one of the craziest weeks in recent memory.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Consumers Energy to spend $7B in quest for clean air
The utility's first-ever Accountability Report outlines its plans to make Michigan's air "the cleanest it has been in a generation."
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Ky. utilities to diminish coal dependence with new plants
The move was driven by federal environmental regulations.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 4, 2013 -
ATC plots $3.6B Midwest grid investment
News lines would ease congestion and keep prices in check.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Bad omen for utilities in Ariz. rooftop solar war
State regulators appear ready to reject Arizona Public Service's changes to net metering.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 3, 2013 -
PG&E's smart grid investment is already paying off
The installation of 9.72 million electric and gas smart meters is turning into real dollars saved.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Extension of wind tax credit would cost billions
The wind sector is feeling the urgency as the credit expires at year's end, but a new Congressional analysis doesn't help their case.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 3, 2013 -
U.S. court rules regulators' power plant deal unconstitutional
The Maryland Public Service Commission sought to boost reliability in the state.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Why aren't energy efficiency and smart grid on the same team?
Utility Dive spoke with Dan Delurey, executive director of the Association for Demand Response and Smart Grid, about the need for integration.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 2, 2013 -
N.Y. regulators, utilities want to hit brakes on market changes
They fear consumers would pay $350 million more for power.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 2, 2013 -
Georgia—the latest utility vs. solar battleground
Georgia Power wants added fees for homeowners using solar.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 2, 2013 -
Deep Dive
What the U.S. government shutdown means for the energy sector
From data models to nuclear inspections, Utility Dive breaks down the shutdown's implications.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 1, 2013 -
Pres. Obama calls on country to care about its energy future
The White House has signaled its intent to shape the future of U.S. energy policy.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 1, 2013 -
Xcel plans new 'solar garden' program
The utility has filed plans with Minnesota regulators to double solar generation.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 1, 2013 -
Texans complaining more since deregulation
Despite the trend, complaints are down this year.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 1, 2013 -
FERC nominee Ron Binz is out
President Obama is said to be looking for a new candidate.
By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 1, 2013 -
NYC sets new precedent for energy data
The first-ever publishing of residential energy use data is a Bloomberg legacy.
By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 30, 2013 -
Regulators approve Minn. Power's energy plan
Minnesota Power plans to wind down how much coal it's burning.
By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 30, 2013 -
FERC addresses fears as shutdown looms large
95% of FERC employees will be furloughed in the event of a government shutdown.
By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 30, 2013 -
Net metering will cost solarless Californians up to $1.1B per year
Will a new study from the California Public Utilities Commission impact rooftop solar policies nationwide?
By Davide Savenije • Sept. 27, 2013
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