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Texas renewable generation jumps 16% from 2011
Wind energy makes up the bulk of Texas' 13,108 MW of total renewable power capacity.
By Malena Amusa • May 23, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Deloitte Energy Conference: How can utilities prevent cyberattacks?
Three cybersecurity experts told us what they think the grid needs to protect itself.
By Davide Savenije • May 22, 2013 -
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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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Lawmakers pass ComEd rate bill, override Ill. Gov.'s veto
But is the two-year battle over ComEd's smart grid project really over?
By Davide Savenije • May 22, 2013 -
Good news: New York's got the capacity it needs for summer
Meanwhile, NYISO predicts that peak demand will be higher than 2012.
By Brian Warmoth • May 22, 2013 -
Illinois Senate rejects Gov. Quinn’s ComEd veto
But the road is not all clear for the utility’s grid modernization plan.
By Malena Amusa • May 22, 2013 -
Daily cyber attacks bug more than a dozen utilities
Utilities are under a constant barrage of cyber threats, a new study reveals.
By Malena Amusa • May 22, 2013 -
Deep Dive
5 cyber attacks that have shaken up energy security policy
The U.S. Homeland Security inspector general calls for greater incident reporting to improve readiness.
By Malena Amusa • May 22, 2013 -
It's official: Moniz sworn in as Energy Secretary
The oath swearing ceremony took place at the Department of Energy.
By Davide Savenije • May 21, 2013 -
Xcel advances biomass demo project in Colo.
The power provider wants to understand the potential for biomass.
By Davide Savenije • May 21, 2013 -
Southern Co.’s Ed Day gets the boot for Kemper plant cost overruns
Problems with the pricey coal-gasification in Mississippi plant led to the lay-off.
By Malena Amusa • May 21, 2013 -
Feds delay San Onofre nuclear restart decision indefinitely
The delay is only the latest in a series of delayed decision dates from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
By Davide Savenije • May 20, 2013 -
SCOTUS sides with PPL in IRS dispute over tax credits
The utility can now proceed to claim $39 million in U.S. foreign tax credits.
By Brian Warmoth • May 20, 2013 -
Nevada's $267M energy efficiency program lacks follow-up measures
A former public utility commissioner questions missing pieces in NV Energy's roadmap for the future.
By Malena Amusa • May 20, 2013 -
EPA Eyes Plant Startup, Shutdown Cap
Monday, May 20, 2013 Search: EPA Eyes Plant Startup, Shutdown Cap Electric cooperatives are calling on the Environmental Protection Agency to withdraw a proposal that could fundamentally change regulations governing power plant startups, shutdowns and malfunctions. In comments to EPA, co-ops warn...
May 20, 2013 -
Most Read Utility News of the Week: Obama, startups and ABB
Head into the weekend better informed about what everyone else on Utility Dive was reading this week.
By Brian Warmoth • May 17, 2013 -
SolarCity inks $500M rooftop solar deal with Goldman Sachs
The distributed energy company will go after new customers with lower credit scores.
By Malena Amusa • May 17, 2013 -
SoCal’s radiation controversy requires transparency
Confidential documents reveal SoCalEd knew about a radioactive leak all along.
By Malena Amusa • May 17, 2013 -
Meet the USA's newly confirmed Energy Secretary
The vote was unanimous.
By Davide Savenije • May 16, 2013 -
NY Gov. Cuomo unveils LIPA takeover blueprint
LIPA’s overhaul includes layoffs, a three-year rate freeze and many more dramatic changes.
By Malena Amusa • May 16, 2013 -
Deep Dive
How utilities are investing in the smart grid
A new survey reveals where utilities' smart grid investment priorities are.
By Davide Savenije • May 15, 2013 -
Minnesota compromises on solar legislation
Lawmakers agreed on a more modest solar requirement.
By Malena Amusa • May 15, 2013 -
Sebastopol, Calif. to require solar on every building
In this lush California city, you can install solar systems or face a fine.
By Malena Amusa • May 15, 2013 -
Deep Dive
A new breed of electricity middleman?
Data centers are becoming a "kind of wildcat power utility."
By Davide Savenije • May 14, 2013 -
PSEG takes over LIPA after Sandy failure
Governor Cuomo announced PSEG will take over the N.Y. utility company.
By Malena Amusa • May 14, 2013 -
FBI: Radio-controlled airplane crashed near coal plant
An FBI probe turned up an airplane hobbyist whose plane spiraled out of control.
By Malena Amusa • May 14, 2013
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