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This is what a well-functioning renewable rebate program looks like
In California, subsidy cash is going to consumers, but questions remain on solar pricing.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 6, 2014 -
Wisc. regulators approve 83% jump in fixed charges
The Wisconsin Public Service Corp. had requested a 140% increase.
By Gavin Bade • Nov. 6, 2014 -
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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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Arizona regulatory staff rejects APS bid to own rooftop solar
The staff of the Arizona Corporation Commission says the utility's plan is too costly.
By Gavin Bade • Nov. 6, 2014 -
Deep Dive
While some talk of new business models, Iowa's coops invent them
"Those who say renewables are a threat ... should realize that they are also an opportunity.”
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 6, 2014 -
Republican midterm wins cloud picture for Obama energy policy
Renewables advocates could see legislative support evaporate in the Senate.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 5, 2014 -
HECO develops plan to clear solar backlog
More than 5,000 rooftop solar customers, including 4,800 on Oahu, are waiting for interconnection.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 4, 2014 -
Abengoa to take full ownership of Palen solar project
The deal is a result of "reassessing the needs of the California energy market," the company said.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 4, 2014 -
Did a utility lobbying group in Wisconsin falsify 2500 signatures?
Solar advocates challenged the validity of comments submitted in support of raising flat monthly fees in the state.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 4, 2014 -
Deep Dive
The fight over solar moves from net metering to rate design
Everybody wants electricity; the debate is about who produces it and who pays for it.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Oklahoma Gas & Electric considers new charge for distributed generation
Higher fixed charges and lower per-kilowatt-hour rates would be fairer, says the utility.
By Herman K. Trabish • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Deep Dive
How solar power spreads among neighbors 'like a contagion'
Known as "peer effects," researchers find you are more likely to install solar panels if your neighbor does first.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Is the Ivanpah solar facility living up to expectations?
Data show the facility is producing far less power than project owners had anticipated.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 31, 2014 -
Study: At least 36 states will see solar hit grid parity in 2016
That number could increase up to 47 states if tax credits are extended, says Deutsche Bank.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 30, 2014 -
Department of Energy
Deep DiveHow utilities can integrate solar into their distribution plans
New tools make it easier to ascertain how distributed generation should be handled on the grid.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 28, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Activists say We Energies' rate plan would 'effectively demolish' rooftop solar
The utility believes rooftop solar is being subsidized heavily, and the short-term gains hurt the industry's future.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 28, 2014 -
HECO to add 50 MW fast-acting power plant to support solar integration
The plant will help the utility smooth power fluctuations in the grid caused by solar PV.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 28, 2014 -
FERC: Renewables account for 40% of capacity additions this year
Solar and wind still make up a small portion of overall installed capacity.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 28, 2014 -
Xcel plans 187 MW of new solar
Xcel continues to add solar at lower costs and delay implementing the VOST.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 27, 2014 -
Edison Electric Institute lobbies black lawmakers against net metering
The utility trade group hosted a meeting with Congressional Black Caucus members to push them against net metering.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 27, 2014 -
Southern Power buys 150 MW solar farm in California
Southern Company continues to make waves with more solar.
By Davide Savenije • Oct. 24, 2014 -
Department of Energy
Solar discounts are the new employee benefit at 3 major companies
3M, Kimberly-Clark, Cisco and the National Geographic Society will help employees purchase solar systems.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Study: US consumers largely unaware of falling solar prices
70% of Americans believe cost is a barrier to installing solar, the report found.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Texas cities: Centerpoint's rate of return is too high
A coalition of municipalities says the utility earned $46.5M more than regulators allow.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Deep Dive
The 'epic fail' on solar's doorstep—and how the grid can help
There is about to be too much solar at the midday peak and, without the grid, the cost could be great.
By Herman K. Trabish • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Stem, Kyocera launch integrated solar-storage product
Stem says the system can save customers 20%, help utilities respond to peak demand.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 22, 2014
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