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Georgia bill would allow solar leasing
The move is opposed by the state's utilities.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 25, 2014 -
Supreme Court appears divided on EPA greenhouse gas case
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could determine the Environmental Protection Agency's ability to issue permits for greenhouse gas emissions.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 25, 2014 -
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TrendlineData Centers and the US Grid
A look at how data centers are affecting the U.S. grid today and how new technologies and rate structures could affect that trajectory in the years to come.
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Deep Dive
6 energy leaders to watch in 2014
We're taking at look at six key utility players – five are new to their jobs – who will have key roles in the sector's evolution.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 24, 2014 -
Minnesota PUC OKs 'solar garden' rules
Minnesota regulators gave initial approval to rules for community-owned “solar gardens” in the state.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 21, 2014 -
New York PSC approves ConEd climate change plan
New York regulators approved a rate freeze for ConEd that allows the utility to spend $1 billion hardening its system to adapt to climate change.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 21, 2014 -
Oklahoma regulators tighten energy efficiency rules
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission tightened the state's energy efficiency rules for its major utilities.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 21, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Can utilities and solar advocates find middle ground?
EEI's comments to Arizona regulators indicate that the debate is just getting started.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 20, 2014 -
Ex-DOE head 'crushed' by voluntary efficiency standards for TV boxes
Former DOE Secretary Steven Chu says he was “crushed” by voluntary energy efficiency standards for TV boxes and the White House failed to fully support cap-and-trade.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 20, 2014 -
N.C. officials defend oversight after second Duke Energy coal ash leak
Following a second leak at a Duke Energy coal ash pond, North Carolina officials are defending their oversight of the facilities.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 20, 2014 -
New Hampshire may require buried power lines
The New Hampshire Legislature may require new transmission lines to be built underground except for ones deemed needed for reliability reasons by the New England grid operator.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 20, 2014 -
Deep Dive
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 -
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
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
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