Obama's State of the Union speech coincides with cybersecurity order

Infrastructure enters the spotlight as the POTUS bypasses Congress to push for protections against cyberattacks.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 13, 2013

West Virginia anticipates bad weather, rate increases likely

The state's PSC is seeking significant changes to the power outage repines time.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 13, 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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ClearEdge acquires UTC Power

The Oregon-based fuel cell manufacturer will acquire its larger Connecticut competitor.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 13, 2013

Relay manufacturer blames Entergy for Super Bowl blackout

S&C Electric Co. defended the quality of its product and claimed the system operators were at fault. 

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 12, 2013

Obama expected to issue cybersecurity order

Ahead of tonight's State of the Union address, President Obama plans to issue an executive order creating a cybersecurity program.

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 12, 2013

Xcel introduces rate hike to upgrade aging infrastructure

The utility is struggling to upgrade its equipment while still supplying adequate service to its customers.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 12, 2013

San Diego regulators approve solar project

When fully operational, the project will generate 7.5 megawatts of energy.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 12, 2013

National Grid, NStar working to restore power to 100,000

NStar estimates restoration may have it occupied through Thursday.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 11, 2013

Nemo knocks out power to 650,000 as crews race restore service

The storm dropped up to three feet of snow in areas across the region.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 11, 2013

Iowa utility mulling decision on nuclear plant

The utility is trying to add a mix of fuels to its energy portfolio.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 11, 2013

Federal government announces $150 million for clean energy

The money comes in the form of tax credits for manufacturing energy efficient products.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 11, 2013

NRECA asks for clarification on FERC ruling

The ruling revised the definition of a a Bulk Electric System and was first rendered in December.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 11, 2013

Utah residents fight rate increases

The ratepayers are objecting to what they believe are are unusually high increases.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 11, 2013

Most Read Utility News of the Week: The Superdome, Data and Crystal River

Miss out on the biggest utility industry news this week? Utility Dive has you covered.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 8, 2013

NRC finds no problems with Michigan nuclear license

The announcement is an important milestone in the application process for the proposed reactor.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 8, 2013

Illinois regulator proposes alternative smart meter plan

The plan is an attempt to force a compromise between Naperville and a smart meter foes.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 8, 2013

A Super Bowl XLVII blackout timeline: What we know so far

From the 34-minute power outage to the accusations and conspiracy theories that followed—here's everything you need to know.

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 7, 2013

Ga. bill: If $6B budget exceeded, Georgia Power to lose profit

The utility faces the threat of reduced profits if costs continue to rise on the construction of two new nuclear reactors.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 7, 2013

Conn. governor plans right-to-sell electricity auctions

In a bid to bring cheaper energy to ratepayers, Governor Malloy plans to enact a system in which utilities bid on the right to sell electricity.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 7, 2013

U.S. releases electricity data to spark app innovation

Hoping to enable app development, the Energy Information Administration released up-to-date electricity data in an API format. 

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 6, 2013

Duke requests rate increase from North Carolina regulators

The utility is seeking a 9.7 percent increase to help with capital improvements.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 6, 2013

Xcel seeking proposals for wind power projects

The proposals are being sought to take advantage of the extended federal tax credit.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 6, 2013

Entergy: Outside experts to investigate Super Bowl outage

The utility and the Superdome's management company announced their plan to hire outside experts to investigate the blackout. 

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 5, 2013

Super Bowl blackout exposes not-so-smart grid

The much-discussed power outage during the Super Bowl only served to remind experts of the U.S. electrical grid's vulnerabilities.

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 5, 2013

PG&E gets approval for solar purchase agreement

The utility will buy the power generated by a 150 MW plant in California.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 5, 2013