Duke Energy pleads guilty to bird deaths by wind farm

The Department of Justice is reviewing more possible cases.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 25, 2013

Who is the next FERC nominee?

Utility Dive's Davide Savenije explores whether a figure already inside FERC will take up the commission's empty spot.

By Davide Savenije • Nov. 25, 2013

Explore the Trendline➔

Data 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.

By Utility Dive staff

FERC makes it easier for PV solar to interconnect

FERC's decision may spur rooftop development.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 25, 2013

PG&E seeks lower rates for big energy users

The plan would make rates more fair, but lower the headroom for rooftop solar.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 25, 2013

Calm before the storm: This week's most read utility news

The net metering "debate" in Arizona is just a premonition of what's coming.

By Davide Savenije • Nov. 22, 2013

Congress may finally vote on energy efficiency bill

The Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act lives on.

By Bill Opalka • Nov. 22, 2013

Rule change opens up Texas demand response market

More participants expected after ERCOT rule change.

By Bill Opalka • Nov. 22, 2013

Conservative group ALEC sets sights on net metering

With the American Legislative Exchange Council taking interest, the net metering debate could spread.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 22, 2013

Dynegy wins emissions waiver for coal plants

The decisions clears way for Dynegy to buy five Illinois power plants.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 22, 2013

FERC chairman steps down

Jon Wellinghoff faced conflict-of-interest concerns.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 21, 2013

State regulators want flexibility for EPA carbon regs

NRDC supports states' role in crafting power plant rules.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 21, 2013

New Mexico regulators weaken renewable standards

The move to lower costs is a hit to renewable development.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 21, 2013

Utilities join fight against FERC's grid cost allocation

Millions of dollars in ratepayer funds are at stake.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 20, 2013

Regulators approve PNM's $22.5M energy efficiency plan

Efficiency gains funding in New Mexico.

By Bill Opalka • Nov. 20, 2013

Boulder presses muni case with regulators

The city wants to acquire Xcel Energy's distribution assets.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 20, 2013

Court throws out utilities' $750M nuclear waste bill

The Energy Department needs to come up with a plan to get rid of nuclear waste.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 20, 2013

PNM seeks renewables to meet goals, replace coal

The utility wants solar for its low cost.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 19, 2013

San Francisco bypassing PG&E, regulators in clean energy quest

The city is looking to take part in a public power program. 

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 19, 2013

Google pressures Okla. utility on renewable energy

Public Service Co. of Oklahoma doesn't seem too keen on the idea.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 19, 2013

Duke Energy offers large users a renewable option

The pilot program will help gauge future generation mix.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 19, 2013

Georgia Power drops proposed solar fee

The utility reached an agreement with regulators on the larger rate case.

By Ethan Howland • Nov. 18, 2013

Who won the Arizona solar showdown?

Utility Dive's Davide Savenije gives his take on the historic Arizona solar verdict.

By Davide Savenije • Nov. 18, 2013

Moniz: DOE not interested in BPA takeover

Bonneville Power Administration's massive grid is a cornerstone of the Northwest power system.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 18, 2013

FERC asked to cut returns on high-voltage power lines

Higher rates have been granted in the name of reliability.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 18, 2013

N.M. regulators approve Xcel's 700 MW wind buy

The deal would save customers $590M in fuel costs.

By Rod Kuckro • Nov. 18, 2013