Murkowski: Energy provisions remain 'in flux' in GOP tax proposal

"Don't panic," the GOP energy leader told the power sector, as provisions not included in this bill could feature in a tax extenders package to follow. 

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 13, 2017

Renewable energy gains market share in EIA 2018 projection, with gas, coal steady

The latest Short Term Energy Outlook sees renewable energy growing to 10% of U.S. electricity generation by 2018 as coal- and gas-fired generation stay at 31% and 32%, respectively.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 13, 2017

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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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Join or die: How utilities are coping with 100% renewable energy goals

Power companies are realizing that in many communities, the choice is between increasing clean energy or decreasing their own electricity sales.  

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 13, 2017

Oregon regulators acknowledge PacifiCorp $3B renewables investment plan, but call for coal study

The acknowledgment from regulators is an important step for the utility's ambitious clean energy plan, but what will it do about its coal fleet?

By Robert Walton • Dec. 13, 2017

Why small businesses are against tariffs on foreign solar suppliers

Industry leaders say the tariffs will cripple U.S. solar manufacturing and cost the industry at least 80,000 jobs.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Dec. 12, 2017

Battle for survival: Can 2 solar manufacturers save their US businesses?

Suniva and SolarWorld’s quest for import relief shook up the solar industry this year. What will happen next after Trump makes his final decision?

By Krysti Shallenberger • Dec. 12, 2017

Maine net metering battle heads to court

Solar installers are now hoping the state's highest court will strike down the new rates after winning a delay in implementation, with oral arguments scheduled for Wednesday.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 12, 2017

New $17.6B plan would rebuild Puerto Rico's grid with renewables, DERs

A working group of utilities, states, national labs and federal agencies unveiled a plan to help the island repair its grid, focusing on short-term repairs and greater resilience. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 12, 2017

Idaho regulators trim renewables integration rates under PURPA for Rocky Mountain Power

The state Public Utilities Commission approved a wind integration rate of $0.57/MWh and a solar integration rate of $0.60/MWh for facilities smaller than 100 kW that qualify for 20-year contracts. 

By Robert Walton • Dec. 11, 2017

The new demand response and the future of the power sector

New reports show system operators and utilities are turning distributed energy resources into demand response and leveraging two-way communications for new levels of price responsiveness.

By Herman K. Trabish • Dec. 11, 2017

PG&E proposes clean energy alternative to new fossil fuel plant, transmission

Company President and CEO Geisha Williams says the steps to replace a jet-fueled peaker in Oakland could be "a model for other cities in California and beyond."

By Robert Walton • Dec. 8, 2017

How solar energy will transform in 20 years

Solar power will be cheaper, more ubiquitous and more versatile than ever before.

By Kyle Pennell • Dec. 7, 2017

Cincinnati signs deal to run most facilities on 100% green energy

The move is expected to cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce the city's utility rates.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 7, 2017

Both sides in solar trade case make their last public stand before Trump's final decision

A final decision from President Donald Trump over trade duties for imported solar panels will come in January. Are the arguments enough?

By Krysti Shallenberger • Dec. 7, 2017

Maine delays plan to reduce payments to rooftop solar customers

The state's Supreme Judicial Court is set to hear arguments next week in a challenge to the new net metering rules.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2017

Illinois Power Agency finalizes new renewables procurement rules

The Illinois Commerce Commission now has 120 days to approve or make modifications to the plan.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 6, 2017

SEIA pushes America First plan to sway Trump against potential tariffs in solar trade case

Language in the plan jives with some of the Trump administration's favorite catchphrases: energy dominance and "Make America First."

By Krysti Shallenberger • Dec. 5, 2017

Analysts expect final GOP tax bill will throttle renewable energy

At least some aspects of the Senate bill harmful to wind and solar — like the BEAT provision and minimum corporate tax — are expected to survive this week's conference committee.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 5, 2017

Are capped landfills and solar panels a natural match?

Hear from experts from the waste and solar sectors — and see some recent examples of solar landfill projects.

By Cody Boteler • Dec. 5, 2017

Cape Wind developers call it quits

Project opponents are celebrating after more than 15 years of fighting the 468 MW offshore wind proposal.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 4, 2017

Feud of the Year: Nuclear and coal vs. competitive markets

The closing of coal and nuclear plants has sparked a regulatory battle that has gone all the way to the top of the energy regulatory food chain.

By Peter Maloney • Dec. 4, 2017

Policymaker of the Year: Scott Pruitt

Pruitt's ambitious deregulation agenda and his influence in the Trump White House could have lasting impacts for federal environmental policy.  

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 4, 2017

SolarCity, Salt River Project antitrust lawsuit heads to Supreme Court

In 2015, SolarCity filed an anti-trust lawsuit against Salt River Project. The U.S. Supreme Court will determine if the public power utility can be sued under those laws.

By Robert Walton • Dec. 4, 2017

Senate passes tax bill, teeing up mad lobbying rush in conference committee

Clean energy interests will push for removal of the Base Erosion Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT) provision, while coal and nuclear lobbyists are reportedly planning a push to secure billions in tax credits for at-risk plants.

By Gavin Bade • Dec. 4, 2017

Report: Suniva may be considering sale and offers from foreign solar manufacturers

A sale of the bankrupt solar panel manufacturer could impact any duties chosen by President Trump on imported equipment in a high-profile trade case, according to Bloomberg.  

By Robert Walton • Dec. 1, 2017