PacifiCorp launches RFP for 1,270 MW of Wyoming wind

Projects must be capable of interconnecting with PacifiCorp’s Wyoming transmission system, but could also be located in Oregon or Utah.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 29, 2017

Connecticut energy plan raises tough questions on comparative resource valuation

Critics say the state's comprehensive energy plan falls short in capturing the full costs and benefits of energy technologies.

By Herman K. Trabish • Sept. 28, 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. 

By Utility Dive staff

GTM: Grid-tied residential storage to outpace off-grid deployments in 2017

Utilities are encouraging homeowners to deploy grid-connected storage as a way to reduce the effect of high solar penetration on the grid.

By Peter Maloney • Sept. 28, 2017

South Dakota project to make Xcel first over 10 GW wind capacity

The Apex Clean Energy-developed facility will be the first publicly announced wind farm to advance under the phase down of federal tax credits, utility officials said. 

By Robert Walton • Sept. 28, 2017

Arizona utility will use 'reverse demand response' to avoid renewables curtailment

Growth in renewable energy has occasionally led to excess power and negative pricing. Utilities are finding creative ways to help balance the system while lowering costs.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 27, 2017

SolarCity to pay $29.5M to settle false claims allegations

The U.S. Department of Justice alleged that beginning in 2009, SolarCity submitted thousands of claims that overstated the cost of its solar projects.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 27, 2017

Imagining the Utility of the Future

How National Grid is evolving to put customers at the core of all that it does.

By Chris Warren • Sept. 27, 2017

Renewable developers respond in droves to New York solicitation

The state is allocating $1.5 billion for renewable projects that can generate 2.5 million MWh; developers proposed more than 13 GW in response.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 27, 2017

Helping the Sun Shine Everywhere

A National Grid project delivers the benefits of solar energy to an underserved Buffalo community.

By Chris Warren • Sept. 26, 2017

New Jersey to examine solar incentives, cost differentials

At the end of last month, the Garden State had 2.25 GW of installed solar capacity at more than 80,000 individual projects.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 26, 2017

More renewables, much less coal in Ameren Missouri's future

Ameren Missouri has filed a 20-year Integrated Resource Plan calling for more renewable power and the closure of the coal-fired Meramec Energy Center by the end of 2022.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 26, 2017

Kansas solar customers could face higher rates, fees

The Kansas Corporation Commission has determined that utilities may create a separate rate class and propose new rate designs for distributed generation customers.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 26, 2017

San Francisco studying solar-plus-storage systems to boost local resiliency

The city is studying alternatives to diesel generators to help in earthquakes and other major disasters.

By Peter Maloney • Sept. 26, 2017

What you need to know about renewables integration

Wind and solar power are growing nationwide, propelled by improving economics, renewable portfolio standards and positive consumer sentiment.

By Gavin Bade • Sept. 25, 2017

Solar sector steels for tariff fight after ITC harm ruling

Industry groups are pushing for softer trade remedies after the ITC found harm to domestic solar manufacturers last week. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Sept. 25, 2017

Facebook selects 100% renewable energy option for headquarters

The social media giant has switched all electric accounts at its headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif., to Peninsula Clean Energy’s ECO100 option.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 25, 2017

Sempra-backed study slams San Diego community choice aspirations

While the city believes developing a community choice aggregation program could grow clean energy, a consultant says the cost could reach into the billions.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 25, 2017

CAISO proposes load-shifting product for energy storage

The program aims to reduce the need to curtail solar power during peak generation hours, combating negative prices.

By Peter Maloney • Sept. 25, 2017

Indiana regulators approve Vectren's 7-year grid modernization plan

Per a settlement, Vectren's $514 million proposal was reduced to $446 million in grid modernization investments.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 25, 2017

Updated: ITC finds injury to US solar manufacturers, sending tariff decision to Trump

The ITC will submit formal recommendations to the White House by November, after which President Trump has two months to decide on a final policy.

By Krysti Shallenberger • Sept. 22, 2017

Xcel considers splitting off North Dakota operations

Divergent state renewable energy policies are pushing Xcel to consider separating its North Dakota and Minnesota operations.

By Peter Maloney • Sept. 22, 2017

Solar sector girds for ITC ruling on tariff case

Sector leaders expect the International Trade Commission will find injury to domestic manufacturers, giving President Trump the chance to impose tariffs. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Sept. 22, 2017

Reporter's notebook: Utility pilot projects could soothe contentious regulatory proceedings

Utility Dive reporter Herman Trabish says pilot projects can bridge divides between utilities and stakeholders. 

By Herman K. Trabish • Sept. 21, 2017

Report: States take the reins on clean energy, despite federal policy changes

States have enacted 59 key energy-related policies through 2017, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 21, 2017

General Motors inks PPAs for 200 MW of wind

The turbines will come online at the end of 2018 and provide all the power for the company's factories in Ohio and Indiana.

By Peter Maloney • Sept. 21, 2017