Energy Storage: Page 82
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UK’s National Grid announces winners of 201 MW storage solicitation
New storage deployments will target ultra-fast frequency response for the grid.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 31, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Location matters: Utilities focus on charger placement to drive electric vehicle adoption
EV pilot programs from Avista and Kansas City Power & Light demonstrate that just building charging stations isn’t enough.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 31, 2016 -
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TrendlineVirtual Power Plants
Virtual power plants and their ability to balance energy supply and demand are increasingly sought by utilities as electricity demand increases, but their lack of standardization remains a barrier.
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German researchers to test new underwater energy storage devices
The Fraunhofer Institute in Germany is developing an underwater storage system that works like a pumped storage plant.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 30, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Public purpose microgrids: Mixed-ownership models spur utility investment in growing sector
Thinking of microgrids as public infrastructure — and financing them like it — could point the industry to new growth.
By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 30, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Walking a tightrope: ACC Chair Doug Little looks for balance in Arizona’s solar debate
Arizona’s head utility regulator says the state’s ongoing value of solar docket will be key in informing future rate design.
By Krysti Shallenberger • Aug. 25, 2016 -
FERC approves CAISO tariff changes for demand response, distributed storage
Federal regulators approved California Independent System Operator tariff changes that tweak how non-generator resources bid into markets.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 24, 2016 -
GTM: Germany’s C&I energy storage market still lags behind residential
A GTM Research report highlights sharp divide between large and small energy storage systems in German, which can be a result from of the structure incentives and price signals specific to the German markets.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 23, 2016 -
SoCal Edison to build 20 MW storage project at Pomona gas plant site
Alberta-based AltaGas will construct the project, expected to be online by the end of the year.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 23, 2016 -
Global utility M&A up 105% in Q2 amid rush to renewables, regulated assets
Deal value hit $43 billion in the second quarter of 2016, with North American companies leading the way.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 23, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Fixed charge battle looms in Texas as regulators tackle rate design reform
A legislative effort to chart new ratemaking mechanisms in the Lone Star State has the utility sector drawing familiar battle lines.
By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 23, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Rocky Mountain compromise: Inside Xcel’s landmark Colorado solar settlement
In a summer of solar contention, Colorado stakeholders chose a path of less-resistance. Their deal could be a model for more than just rate design.
By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 22, 2016 -
Washington commits $12.6M to grid modernization effort
The funds will be matched by five utilities and used for projects focused on renewable energy, battery storage and a “shared energy economy.”
By Robert Walton • Aug. 22, 2016 -
California regulators approve SDG&E energy storage projects
AES will begin construction will begin immediately on two projects totaling 37.5 MW of storage capacity as part of a directive to expedite storage deployment.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 22, 2016 -
Australia developer moves ahead with 5 MW solar+storage virtual power plant
Australian energy company AGL will install 1,000 batteries in South Australian homes and businesses with a combined 7 MWh of energy delivery.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 16, 2016 -
Report: California lawmaker wants 15% of cars to be emission-free in a decade
Automaker advocates, however, worry such legislation could rig the system in favor of EV automakers such as Tesla Motors.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 16, 2016 -
PG&E files joint proposal to close Diablo Canyon nuclear plant
Because it will take time to develop clean energy resources to replace the facility, Pacific Gas & Electric intends to operate Diablo Canyon until its operating licenses expire.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 14, 2016 -
Stem secures $100M in financing to fuel battery deployment
Borrowing from the financing models that helped propel solar growth, some storage companies are using financial engineering to offer customers no-cost-down financing options for battery installations.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 12, 2016 -
DOE partners with India in a $30M investment to push smart grid, energy storage research
The two countries will each commit to $1.5 million in funding annually for five years, an amount that must be matched by private sector developers.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 12, 2016 -
GSA to request information on deploying storage in federal government buildings
The General Services Administration has more than 10,000 buildings under its control and wants the storage industry to explain how it could save Uncle Sam money.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 12, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Smart sharing: Sun-saturated Hawaii debates first TOU community solar proposal
Crediting community solar users depending on time of day could open new markets for storage and help optimize the grid, regulatory staff argue in a recent proposal.
By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 11, 2016 -
SolarCity trims solar installation expectations in wake of Tesla merger bid
An expected slowdown in installations is partially due to a focus on profitability over growth after Tesla offered to buy the installer.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 11, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Blackouts looming, California speeds battery deployment after Aliso Canyon gas leak
A new SDG&E storage proposal shows how the natural gas shortage may accelerate the integration of batteries into the bulk power system.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 11, 2016 -
Massachusetts Gov. Baker signs wind, hydro bill into law
The law calls for long-term contracts for 1,600 MW of wind power and 1,200 MW of hydropower or other renewables.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 10, 2016 -
Deep Dive
If you build it, will they charge? Utilities cautious in plans to spur electric vehicle adoption
Utilities are well positioned to expand EV infrastructure, but many are waiting for an uptick in adoption or a push from regulators.
By Herman K. Trabish • Aug. 10, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Bay State storage: New law could give Massachusetts 3rd US energy storage mandate
Massachusetts was already a top state for energy storage. A new law could bolster that position with a mandate and utility ownership.
By Peter Maloney • Aug. 9, 2016
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