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

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

Explore the Trendline➔

Data Centers and the US Grid

A look at how data centers are affecting the U.S. grid today and how new technologies and rate structures could affect that trajectory in the years to come.

By Utility Dive staff

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

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

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

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

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

Nevada Gov. Sandoval signs storage, electric vehicle bills

A measure that would resurrect retail net metering is still being considered by the Nevada Senate, however. 

By Robert Walton • June 2, 2017

Sunrun enters Texas solar market with virtual net metering offer

Sunrun customers will use Think Energy as their retail energy provider, enabling the solar company to offer a 20-year net metering arrangement.

By Robert Walton • June 2, 2017

Despite budget worries, DOE SunShot director 'bet his life' on program's survival

SunShot Director Charlie Gay is optimistic about Trump's approach to renewables and the DOE's controversial baseload study.

By Krysti Shallenberger • June 1, 2017

Is renewable energy threatening power reliability?

In Texas and elsewhere, reliability concerns are merely a "Chicken Little argument" fossil generators use to advance their financial interests, analysts say.

By Herman K. Trabish • June 1, 2017

Low carbon prices hang over RGGI as June auction approaches

In the March auction, CO2 allowances sold for $3/short ton, the lowest price in more than three years.

By Peter Maloney • June 1, 2017

Trump set to announce Paris decision Thursday

The president is expected to pull the United States out of the historic climate accord, but details on how remain sketchy. 

By Gavin Bade • June 1, 2017

Resurrecting retail rate net metering could could cost $1.3B, NV Energy warns

The Nevada Senate is considering AB 405, which would restore net metering rates to a level very close to the full retail rate. 

By Robert Walton • June 1, 2017

More than 30 states embrace grid modernization, new policy tracker finds

A new quarterly report from the folks who brought you "50 States of Solar" aims to chronicle grid modernization initiatives across the U.S.

By Herman K. Trabish • May 31, 2017

US tells WTO it is considering tariffs on solar panels

The U.S. International Trade Commission told the WTO it will decide by mid-September whether to slap duties on imported solar cells and parts. 

By Peter Maloney • May 31, 2017

Younicos, Austin Energy sign deal for 1.75 MW, 3.2 MWh energy storage system

The project is part of the Department of Energy’s Sustainable and Holistic Integration of Energy Storage and Solar PV program. 

By Peter Maloney • May 31, 2017

How can Tucson Electric get solar + storage for 4.5¢/kWh?

Subsidies and aggressive pricing strategies are key to the stunning Arizona PPA price, analysts say.

By Peter Maloney • May 30, 2017

Updated: Trump will pull US out of Paris climate accord, reports say

The details of the withdrawal will reportedly be worked out by a small group of White House officials, including EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. 

By Gavin Bade • May 30, 2017

How water can save solar: Using bulk storage to flatten the duck

While batteries are making progress toward providing low cost energy storage, bulk storage facilities are currently the best suited technologies for solving the Duck Curve.

By Charles Janecek, Dave Cherney and Mark Repsher • May 30, 2017

ABB plans to roll out modular microgrid unit by end of 2017

The company says the unit can be applied to remote villages that are not connected to the grid, and as a back-up source of power for small commercial and industrial facilities. 

By Peter Maloney • May 30, 2017