Regulation & Policy: Page 352
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Why is Penn.'s solar market shrinking?
The U.S. solar market grew 76% in 2012, but Pennsylvania seems to be heading in the opposite direction.
By Malena Amusa • April 2, 2013 -
Exelon grows hostile to clean energy
Exelon has recently reversed course on renewable energy generation, and here's why.
By Davide Savenije • April 1, 2013 -
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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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N.J. to cut clean energy spending
After massive growth in solar, a new proposal may slash the program that created 13,000 new jobs over the last five years.
By Malena Amusa • April 1, 2013 -
No enthusiasm for renewable spending limits in N.C.
A bill to curb green spending is not getting much support as the state's solar market is flourishing.
By Malena Amusa • April 1, 2013 -
Mass. requires utilities to seek renewable power
The new provision promises incentives for fast-acting companies.
By Malena Amusa • April 1, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Utility News of the Week: Duke's logo, ComEd and crime
Catch up on Utility Dive's biggest posts of the week before you head into the weekend.
By Brian Warmoth • March 28, 2013 -
Duke Energy faces suit after study reveals contamination in water
Here's what two environmental agencies say they found.
By Malena Amusa • March 28, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Why investor-owned utilities should fear munis and co-ops
Dive Insight: Silver Spring Networks is shifting its attention away from investor-owned utilities — a move indicative of a greater trend.
By Davide Savenije • March 27, 2013 -
Xcel reduces Minn. request after 'rate shock' criticism
The difference for the company should come out to about $65 million.
By Brian Warmoth • March 26, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Are utilities gradually being cut out of the U.S. energy business?
Dive Insight: Utilities are confronting the challenges posed by old infrastructure, smart grid innovations and market stagnation.
By Davide Savenije • March 25, 2013 -
Duke Energy's logo, public identity refresh begins Monday
After Duke's merger with Progress Energy made it the largest utility in the U.S., the company came out with a new logo.
By Davide Savenije • March 22, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Utility News of the Week: Energy Star buildings and power outages
Too busy to check out what was happening in the utility world this past week? No worries, we've got you covered.
By Davide Savenije • March 22, 2013 -
California regulators deny two utility power contracts
San Diego Gas & Electric was only awarded one of the three agreements they were seeking.
By Christopher Sacco • March 22, 2013 -
Missouri regulators to hear surcharge bill
The bill would let power companies add surcharges between traditional rate cases.
By Christopher Sacco • March 22, 2013 -
Duke Energy's retiring CEO made this much money in 2012
Duke Energy's securities filing in anticipation of its May 2 stockholders meeting revealed the figures of some high-priced salaries and severance packages.
By Davide Savenije • March 21, 2013 -
Smart grid bill in Ill. heads to governor, likely veto
ComEd backed the bill, but Pat Quinn could send it packing.
By Brian Warmoth • March 21, 2013 -
Deep Dive
11 things criminals do when they pretend to be utility workers
People posing as utility workers have been a thorn in the side of utility companies and police for years.
By Roger Riddell • March 21, 2013 -
Smart meter tug-of-war breaks out in Texas House
The Texas House of Representative was considering granting regulators additional powers when a clash erupted over the health effects of smart meters.
By Davide Savenije • March 21, 2013 -
NC regulators approve Duke solar project
The 20-MW solar farm will be built in Beaufort County.
By Christopher Sacco • March 21, 2013 -
Texas may grant regulators 'cease and desist' powers
Newly proposed legislation would expand the Texas Public Utilities Commission's authority.
By Davide Savenije • March 20, 2013 -
SCE hands over $4M in stray electricity lawsuit
A California woman was awarded $4 million after her house became a literal live wire.
By Davide Savenije • March 20, 2013 -
Idaho electricity proposal could lower bills
The proposal is part of the FCA's annual adjustment to electric rates.
By Christopher Sacco • March 20, 2013 -
New England's natural gas dependency creates reliability dilemma
The ISO predicts cold winter days will cause power plants to struggle to supply reliable energy to the grid.
By Davide Savenije • March 19, 2013 -
Michigan city would sell bonds to replenish its reserve fund
The utility has to wait for a 45-day countdown to expire if it wants to sell the bonds.
By Christopher Sacco • March 19, 2013 -
Philippines' DOE to create smart grid road map
The department's new committee will be tasked will harmonizing existing initiatives.
By Christopher Sacco • March 19, 2013
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