Navigant: Energy storage for renewables integration to reach $23B by 2026

Utility-scale and behind-the-meter storage applications are expected to show the strongest growth, with peak shaving and incentive programs driving the latter.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 2, 2018

Could rate design help California's struggle with flat demand?

The commercial and industrial sector could be the front line for rate design experimentation. 

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 27, 2017

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Sustainability

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.

By Utility Dive staff

3 offshore wind developers submit proposals for Massachusetts target

Deepwater Wind, Bay State Wind and Vineyard Wind all submitted proposals to help meet the state's 1,600 MW of offshore wind target. The initial RFP is seeking 400 MW of offshore wind capacity.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 22, 2017

Has Xcel Minnesota designed the ideal residential time-of-use rate?

The pilot program, to determine if price signals can get customers to shift energy usage away from peak times, has garnered wide acclaim. The main concern? it doesn't start soon enough.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 22, 2017

Biggest policies that defined solar in 2017

The solar trade case and the GOP tax bill signal a shift from state to federal policy as the dominant driver for solar growth next year. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Dec. 21, 2017

California regulators approve $1B solar rebate plan for low-income residents

Landlords will apply for the SOMAH incentives, which are available on buildings that include at least five subsidized units for low-income residents.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 21, 2017

Congressional lawmakers urge 'strong and effective' remedies in solar trade case

President Donald Trump will make a final decision on potential trade duties for imported crystalline silicon photovoltaic modules and cells by January. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 21, 2017

NARUC urges federal regulators to reform PURPA

The organization wants to move away from administratively-determined avoided costs and encourage competitive solicitations. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 20, 2017

NOPR, nukes and taxes: The top 10 Utility Dive stories of 2017

It's been a frantic year of energy news. Here's a recap of what Utility Dive readers found most important.

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 20, 2017

Austin Energy solar PPA could be lowest-priced in US, analysts say

GTM Research estimates a 150 MW solar contract signed last week could run as cheap as $21/MWh.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 20, 2017

Chasing the Holy Grail of battery storage, scientists test solid state magnesium electrolyte

Scientists at Argonne and Berkeley labs say they have found a compound that could improve battery safety and energy density.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 19, 2017

Millstone nuclear plant is profitable, new Connecticut draft report says

However, Dominion says the report fails to reflect the "true financials" of the nuclear facility, which it said would have to retire absent any economic incentives. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 19, 2017

Will batteries and solar have a place in Puerto Rico's reimagined grid?

Reimagining the island's electric grid is an opportunity to modernize, but the need for poles and wires remains, say power sector experts. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 19, 2017

5 steps renewable providers can take to simplify energy procurement and increase business opportunities

Utilities and other providers should customize renewable energy offerings to small and mid-cap companies or risk ceding significant significant growth opportunities, Deloitte's U.S. and Global Renewable Energy Leader, Marlene Motyka, writes.

By Marlene Motyka • Dec. 19, 2017

Groups petition Congress for stand-alone energy storage tax credits

The Energy Storage Association and 36 others want storage to be eligible for the Investment Tax Credit whether deployed alone or paired with any type of generation.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 18, 2017

How the GOP tax overhaul could affect the power sector

Congress is expected to vote on tax legislation this week. Here's a cheat sheet for what it means for your industry and more.

By Industry Dive Staff • Dec. 18, 2017

Northvolt, Vestas to partner on wind-storage integration

The two companies are working to integrate battery storage solutions into wind turbines and full power plant system designs to aid with renewable integration and grid stability.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 18, 2017

Path to zero carbon: Navigating the urban energy transformation

The emerging Urban Energy Cloud vision is of a smart city that integrates large- and small-scale energy initiatives and solutions, citywide improvements in energy efficiency and low carbon transportation.

By Eric Woods • Dec. 18, 2017

Montana solar advocates sue PSC for slashing rates to small renewable developers

Three groups are suing the state's Public Service Commission for cutting PURPA payment rates by 40%, saying the decision was arbitrary and a violation of Montana law.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 18, 2017

California air regulator approves 'bold' plan to reach 2030 climate goals

The California Air Resources Board laid out a pathway to reducing greenhouse gas emissions 40% below 1990 levels by 2030, while improving air quality and public health.  

By Robert Walton • Dec. 18, 2017

Updated: GOP includes BEAT fix, drops nuclear credits in tax bill

The final bill would allow companies to offset 80% of BEAT payments accrued due to energy tax credits, but renewable power interests are still concerned it could stifle wind energy financing. 

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 15, 2017

Tendril energy management platform reduced utilities' HVAC load 85% in summer

First introduced last year, the company's Orchestrated Energy platform rolled out in 15 states in partnerships with Indiana Michigan Power and Xcel Energy, to name a few. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 15, 2017

Energy tax credits appear safe as GOP tax bill speeds toward a vote

Incentives for wind and solar power are likely intact, analysts say, but credits for other energy technologies could end up in a separate bill. 

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 15, 2017

Trade case holds back solar growth, new report says

A cumulative year-to-date analysis shows solar capacity additions fell 22% compared to this point last year, according to GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 14, 2017

Moody's: Merchant coal plants at risk in global transition to greener economy

Trump Administration efforts to support the fossil fuel might mitigate the risk, but they would be working against state policies and larger market dynamics, the credit ratings firm says.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 14, 2017