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BP: Global coal consumption drops to lowest level since 2004
Wind and solar power, on the other hand, accounted for nearly one-third of the increase in primary energy use last year.
By Peter Maloney • June 14, 2017 -
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Will California's 100% renewables goal survive the political process?
With current clean energy goals in sight, liberal lawmakers are pushing the state to ratchet up its ambitions. But utility companies could prove a powerful roadblock.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 14, 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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SaltX, Aalborg team up to develop CSP project with storage
A prototype using SaltX’s EnerStore technology is scheduled to be built later this year with the aim of securing a commercial pilot plant in 2018.
By Peter Maloney • June 13, 2017 -
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EEI 2017: The utility sector's business case for deep decarbonization
Utility executives have discovered that cleaning up their power mixes and electrifying other sectors is their best chance at strong growth. But it's easier said than done.
By Gavin Bade • June 13, 2017 -
PacifiCorp drafts RFP for 1.2 GW of Wyoming wind energy
Projects with a minimum resource size of 20 MW must be in operation no later than Dec. 31, 2020.
By Robert Walton • June 13, 2017 -
Vivint Solar will return to Nevada if Gov. Sandoval signs net metering bill
The solar company is the latest to announce its return to the state. Tesla and Sunrun also announced similar plans to resume sales last week.
By Robert Walton • June 12, 2017 -
Report: Utility-scale solar prices drop below $1/watt for first time
Solar companies also installed 2 GW of new solar capacity for the sixth consecutive quarter, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.
By Robert Walton • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What makes a successful utility-led community solar program?
An examination of shared solar programs across the country reveals diverse pathways to success — so long as the customer demand is there.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 8, 2017 -
LG subsidiary will install 40 MW of batteries on Guam
The two storage facilities are expected to help reduce intermittent power outages and integrate more solar energy for the U.S. territory.
By Peter Maloney • June 8, 2017 -
Santa Barbara commits to 100% renewable energy by 2030
The California city's pledge markets the 30th municipal commitment to 100% clean energy in the U.S.
By Robert Walton • June 8, 2017 -
North Carolina solar reform bill easily clears House, moves to Senate
The "Competitive Energy Solutions" measure would allow utilities to competitively bid against independent clean energy developers and revise the state's net metering policy.
By Robert Walton • June 8, 2017 -
Los Angeles hits pause on $2.2B gas plant investment plan
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power will consider whether to rebuild old natural gas plants or use renewable energy to meet demand.
By Robert Walton • June 7, 2017 -
California, China strike collaboration on clean energy technology
As President Trump pulls the United States out of the Paris climate accord, China has signaled it is willing to take a leading global role.
By Robert Walton • June 7, 2017 -
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Colorado decoupling proposal unites Xcel, distributed energy advocates
Separating utility revenues from power sales would benefit efficiency and DERs, but some critics worry customer bills will rise and argue for a more extensive regulatory overhaul.
By Herman K. Trabish • June 7, 2017 -
Duke files for grid modernization rider in Ohio, proposes 10 MW storage pilot
The battery project would be located to allow it to provide ancillary services to the grid and backup power to critical infrastructure.
By Peter Maloney • June 7, 2017 -
Nevada Legislature clears bills raising net metering rates, RPS mandate
The bills would restore net metering rates close to retail and increase the state's renewables mandate to 40% by 2030. The measures await Gov. Brian Sandoval's signature.
By Robert Walton • June 7, 2017 -
Updated: Connecticut revives nuclear support bill after Dominion threatens Millstone review
Legislation to support Dominion's Millstone nuclear plant in Connecticut appeared dead until the operator said it would consider shuttering the facility if a support bill was not approved.
By Gavin Bade , Peter Maloney • June 7, 2017 -
Massachusetts announces regulations for solar incentive program
This step brings the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target Program, which aims for 1,600 MW of new solar capacity, closer to final approval.
By Robert Walton • June 7, 2017 -
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Maryland, Hawaii turn to storage incentives as state markets gain momentum
A new GTM Research report examines Hawaii and Maryland as examples of a trend in state energy storage incentives.
By Peter Maloney • June 6, 2017 -
New York will sink $1.5B into renewable energy projects to spur clean energy jobs
The "unprecedented investment" of $1.5 billion in major renewable energy projects is part of an effort to attract 40,000 jobs to the state by 2020.
By Robert Walton • June 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
PJM auction results could push nuke operators to 'double down' on subsidies
Unexpectedly low prices in the May capacity auction could mark a turning point for market reform debates, particularly in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
By Peter Maloney • June 5, 2017 -
Updated: California Senate votes for 100% renewable energy goal by 2045
The ambitious proposal now moves to the Assembly, where Democrats have a supermajority.
By Robert Walton • June 5, 2017 -
Nevada Senate clears bill to raise net metering export rates
The Nevada Assembly will need to approve the amended bill today, which is the last day of the state's legislative session.
By Robert Walton • June 5, 2017 -
Stem tapped by Austin Energy for up to 1MWh of aggregated energy storage
The partnership is part of Austin Energy's SHINES grant from the Energy Department, which assists in integration of renewables and distributed energy.
By Peter Maloney • June 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Utilities post-Paris: Uncertainty rules power sector as Trump shatters climate consensus
There are plenty of factors still pushing the utility sector to cut carbon, but time is running out to avert the worst impacts of climate change.
By Gavin Bade • June 2, 2017
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