As energy storage matures, leading system integrators embrace a flexible project approach

The best storage integrators do it all — from utility-owned turnkey facilities to merchant battery projects — according to a new report from Navigant. 

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 24, 2017

What Australia's DER revolution can teach US utilities about the age of Trump

When federal support for clean energy faltered, states took the lead on the power sector transition. Sound familiar?

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 24, 2017

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The Energy Transition to Renewables

Rising demand for power is continuing to drive demand for renewables, but policy uncertainty and mixed signals from the Trump administration add to existing challenges.

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Montana PURPA battle returns to PSC jurisdiction after FERC ruling

Utility Northwestern Energy has asked regulators to cut the avoided cost rate paid to solar farms nearly in half. 

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 24, 2017

Massachusetts lawmakers float aggressive bill mandating 100% renewables by 2035

The bill also requires the state to phase out all fossil fuels by 2050. 

By Robert Walton • Jan. 24, 2017

New York PSC chair Zibelman to leave for Australian grid operator in March

Zibelman will head the Australian Energy Market Operator as the country grapples with rising penetration of distributed solar and storage. 

By Krysti Shallenberger • Jan. 23, 2017

FirstEnergy to sell 1,572 MW of generation to LS Power for $925M

The power plant sale is part of FirstEnergy's shift back to a focus on regulated assets. 

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 23, 2017

Tesla batteries help power small North Carolina island

Ocracoke will use a solar-plus-storage microgrid to maintain reliability and cut demand charges.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 23, 2017

DOI: 9 companies picked to bid for North Carolina offshore wind development

The Department of Interior will hold a lease sale in mid-March for 122,405 acres to develop offshore wind near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. 

By Robert Walton • Jan. 20, 2017

Subscriptions or sales: Which community solar approach promises the best growth?

A rapidly maturing community solar market has developers weighing which strategies can get them to scale. 

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 19, 2017

Trump DOE pick Perry pledges to protect energy R&D, climate science

Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry distanced himself from media reports that the Trump White House is preparing a budget that would gut the Department of Energy.

By Gavin Bade • Jan. 19, 2017

Feds approve 1st phase of largest US wind project in Wyoming

Once completed, Wyoming's Chokecherry and Sierra Madre wind project will have 3,000 MW of nameplate capacity.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 19, 2017

Siemens locks up certification for new 8 MW offshore wind turbine design

The new turbine includes an upgraded generator and advanced control system.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 19, 2017

Tesla installs battery system at Sierra Nevada brewery

The 1 MWh Powerpack system will help the brewery reduce its demand charges.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 19, 2017

Third time's the charm? Inside Hawaiian Electric's new, new plan to get to 100% renewables

Stakeholders say the third edition of HECO's Power Supply Improvement Plan is a real improvement, but question its approach to DERs and $26.5 billion price tag.

By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 18, 2017

New York backs 11 large-scale renewable projects

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced $360 million in awards for projects totaling 260 MW in his State of the State address.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 18, 2017

Renewables, efficiency dominate robust job growth in energy sector

The solar and wind industries experienced the strongest growth, but the sector faces a number of workforce challenges — including retirements, skills gaps and a lack of diversity.

By Krysti Shallenberger • Jan. 17, 2017

Zinke skirts climate science, touts 'all of the above' energy approach in DOI hearing

Donald Trump's pick to head the Department of Interior said he supports both fossil fuel development and renewable energy in his confirmation hearing, but refused to be pinned down on climate science. 

By Gavin Bade • Jan. 17, 2017

Why surging lithium prices haven't stopped cost declines for battery energy storage

Lithium is one of the hottest commodities in the market today, but analysts see a muted effect on battery costs.

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 17, 2017

As Trump takes office, job growth is pushing GOP governors to embrace renewables

Economic development is changing the equation for wind and solar, but some say more work remains to ensure benefits are spread to all.

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 17, 2017

Sunrun partners with National Grid to expand rooftop solar, storage

National Grid is contributing $100 million to finance the initial buildout of 200 MW of distributed solar, including direct utility investment in the rooftop systems. 

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 17, 2017

NV Energy appeals December decision to partially restore net metering

The decision in Sierra Pacific Power's service territory transfers savings that were intended for a larger customer group, the utility's parent company told regulators.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 17, 2017

Proposed CA bill would require solar panels on 15% of new buildings

New bill would require solar power on 15% of new buildings in California not more than 10 stories tall.

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 13, 2017

Mercom: Global funding for the solar sector fell 64% in 2016

The largest drops came in the public market and debt market sectors, which saw roughly 30% declines, according to Mercom Capital Group.

By Peter Maloney • Jan. 13, 2017

Minnesota utility begins shift from coal with NextEra wind deal

The 300 MW wind project is proposed to come online in 2019.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 13, 2017

Report: Top retailers, tech companies could contract 60 GW of green energy by 2025

Almost half of Fortune 500 companies are seeking to locate operations in states with clean energy production, according to a new report.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 13, 2017