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Transmission line is 'game changer' for AEP's $4.5B Wind Catcher, Texas PUC chair says
Texas regulators last week honed in on ratepayer risks and benefits of the proposed 2,000 MW wind farm and 360 mile transmission line.
By Peter Maloney • July 18, 2018 -
APS spends $11 million to keep 50% renewables measure off ballot
The utility says it is concerned the measure would lead it to retire its Palo Verde nuclear plant early, an argument contested by environmental groups.
By Gavin Bade • July 18, 2018 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineSustainability
Companies are pursuing increasingly ambitous sustainability goals around clean energy, but integrating rising amounts of renewables, minimizing environmental impacts, and achieving carbon reduction targets can be challenging.
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Duke nixes 500 MW wind buy over transmission cost concerns
A request for proposals for wind projects capable of supplying energy for 20 years has been abandoned, said Duke, after proposals came in at too high a cost.
By Robert Walton • July 17, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Has FERC's landmark transmission planning effort made transmission building harder?
An Obama-era rule to grow transmission for the power system’s transition to renewable resources has been called into question.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 17, 2018 -
Arizona regulators open first US transactive energy docket
Other utility reform dockets have considered elements of transactive energy, but the Arizona Corporation Commission is the first to address the issue in a specific proceeding.
By Gavin Bade • July 17, 2018 -
California regulators approve 2nd SoCal Ed pilot to test DER over gas
The state's Public Utilities Commission authorized Southern California Edison to recover the costs of 19 contracts for preferred resources, including solar+storage.
By Robert Walton • July 16, 2018 -
Deep Dive
As corporate PPAs surge, consultants aim to bring lower prices
A lack of transparency and reliance on bilateral deals could mean corporations are leaving money on the table.
By Peter Maloney • July 16, 2018 -
Duke region hits South Carolina net metering cap
As other utilities move toward the 2% limit on distributed energy resources, Duke Energy Carolinas will allow customers to sign up for the net metering program through the end of July.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 13, 2018 -
Rising renewables, falling gas propel California past carbon reduction goal
The state is two years ahead of its plan to reduce carbon emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. But more difficult goals lie ahead — the state must cut emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2050.
By Robert Walton • July 13, 2018 -
Deep Dive
New investor-backed campaign targets a trillion dollars for US renewables
The right policies could bring significant investment to renewables by 2030, but first the White House must see such clean energy resources as the right politics for Trump country.
By Herman K. Trabish • July 13, 2018 -
DC considering 100% renewable by 2032, but no carbon tax
A new measure could require 100% renewable energy, but some advocates are disappointed that the bill did not require a carbon tax.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Pennsylvania draft plan calls for 11 GW in-state solar
The Department of Environmental Protection issued a draft plan to expand solar resources to make up 10% of the state's retail sales by 2030.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Missouri delays closing Asbury coal plant, advances scaled-back wind program
Empire District Electric had proposed developing 800 MW but regulators trimmed the renewable capacity to 600 MW. The closure of its Asbury coal plant has been delayed.
By Robert Walton • July 12, 2018 -
Summer demand could push US gas generation to record levels: EIA
Gas-fired generation could challenge 2016's high water mark for electricity generation share, EIA says.
By Peter Maloney • July 12, 2018 -
New York power users fear paying twice for clean energy attributes
A group of large electric customers has asked the PSC to ensure a carbon pricing proposal being considered by the state's grid operator does not lead to double payments for some clean energy suppliers.
By Robert Walton • July 11, 2018 -
Duke boosts solar in North Carolina, but storage addition brings controversy
The utility launched two programs July 10 that are expected to significantly increase solar power in the state — an RFP for 680 MW of renewable resources and a $62 million solar rebate program.
By Peter Maloney • July 11, 2018 -
Deep Dive
New York's energy storage target could end up at 3 GW by 2030
The state's target could go beyond the 1,500 MW goal, but the roadmap outlined key regulatory recommendations necessary to foster investment and deployment.
By Peter Maloney • July 10, 2018 -
Wind developers wait for November to see market signals in Maine
After months of a moratorium on wind development, the industry is waiting for this fall's election to see if a new governor will create a more supportive policy environment.
By Iulia Gheorghiu • July 10, 2018 -
Diamond Generating wins key permits for $1.5B gas plant to power NYC
The 1.2 GW plant in New Jersey's Meadowlands received crucial water permits but still needs air quality authorizations and approval from state and federal agencies.
By Peter Maloney • July 10, 2018 -
Opinion
Energy & utility leaders: How to transform with little to no room for error
From repairing and replacing decades-old infrastructure, to innovating new ways of providing clean energy, the utility industry is facing a powerful set of circumstances with high risk, writes David Carder of Kotter.
By David Carder • July 9, 2018 -
Arizona regulator seeks efficient path for 80% clean energy rule
Commissioner Andy Tobin proposed July 5 to merge his Arizona Energy Modernization Plan into the state's existing Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff framework.
By Robert Walton • July 7, 2018 -
California lawmakers push 100% clean energy bill closer to governor's desk
If approved by the California Assembly and signed by Gov. Jerry Brown, the state would target 100% renewables and emissions-free energy by 2045.
By Robert Walton • July 6, 2018 -
First Great Lakes offshore wind project scores tentative Ohio approval
It's taken almost a decade, but Lake Erie Energy Development Co.'s Icebreaker project may be in the home stretch.
By Robert Walton • July 6, 2018 -
Future of Minnesota Power gas plant uncertain after ALJ ruling
Administrative Law Judge Jeanne Cochran found the utility did not give enough consideration to alternatives such as wind and solar power, energy efficiency or even a small gas-fired peaking plant.
By Peter Maloney • July 5, 2018 -
Hawaii far from 100% renewables — but running ahead of schedule, state finds
Last year, Hawaii's renewable portfolio topped 25%, far ahead of 2015's interim statutory target of 15%. Still, a large majority of the island's electricity is generated by oil.
By Robert Walton • July 5, 2018
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