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SunPower contracting to sell solar power to PG&E
The deal has been finalized, pending approval from the California Public Utilities Commission.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 10, 2012 -
Belmans named Global Smart Grid Federation's new executive director
The former chairman of the Belgian distribution system operator Elia steps on after a global search to fill the role.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 10, 2012 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineGrid Resiliency
Utilities and grid operators are facing increasing threats from climate change as well as cyber and physical attacks, and are deploying a variety of responses to meet the rising challenges.
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Dominion Virginia Power proposes energy conservation program expansion
The utility claims that its Smart Cooling Rewards program cuts peak electricity demand by almost 60 megawatts.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 10, 2012 -
Municipal utilities represent next wave of smart grid investment
While only playing a minor role in the power generation industry, municipal utilities are expected to be one of the largest drivers of future smart grid investments.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 10, 2012 -
Florida utility under fire for moving slowly to remove smart meters
After promising that smart meters wouldn’t be installed if customers didn’t want them, FPL is being accused of not living up to its word.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 10, 2012 -
Smart grids have yet to adjust peak demand
Smart grids still have to develop before utility customers reduce peak demand.
By Shehryar Nabi • Sept. 7, 2012 -
Progress Energy asking for first rate increase since 1988
Progress Energy has told the North Carolina Utilities Commission that it will file a rate increase request next month.
By Shehryar Nabi • Sept. 7, 2012 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Utility News of the Week: ComEd fires, Obama and exit signs
Utility Dive readers this week were following President Obama's energy policy, as well as smart meter fires in Chicagoland. Did you miss anything?
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 7, 2012 -
NRG’s acquisition of GenOn would create the largest independent power producer in the country
The combined company would generate 47 GW of capacity in 21 states.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 7, 2012 -
Ohio utility wants regulated gas pricing to end
A northeastern Ohio utility wants to be the first in the state to end its regulated pricing program.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 7, 2012 -
Wisconsin utility CEO sees investment value in state-owned plants
A top We Energies executive says that heating plants could be a “significant investment opportunity” for the utility.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 7, 2012 -
Southern California Edison to install smart meters in San Joaquin Valley
Rosemead, Calif., September 6, 2012 — Southern California Edison (SCE) will install smart electric meters starting in late September in the San Joaquin Valley as part of the Edison SmartConnect program. The technology will enable SCE residential and small business customers to take a...
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Nest smart thermostat sales in the 'mid-hundreds of thousands'
The $249 smartphone-connected devices have gained momentum with consumers according to Nest's assesment.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 6, 2012 -
Alaska winds leave 30,000 without power
Municipal Light and Power customers lose service around Anchorage after worst storm in decades.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 6, 2012 -
California community solar bill fails without a vote
A bill to increase California consumers’ access to renewable energy won’t even be voted on following the annual adjournment of the California State Legislature.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 6, 2012 -
Deep Dive
6 smart grid bill of rights examples from around the U.S.
Utility Dive looks at examples of consumer rights being drafted around the U.S. and how they affect the ways smart grid tech gets used.
By Shehryar Nabi • Sept. 5, 2012 -
City officials defend smart meters after ComEd fire reports in Ill.
Naperville's currently smart meter plans proceed, as ComEd and Naperville's city manager issue assurances.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 5, 2012 -
New Mexico electric cooperative builds interconnected energy project
A New Mexico electric co-op built a 47-MW facility when faced with the need to start generating its own power.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 5, 2012 -
Nearly all power restored in Baton Rouge area of Louisiana
Louisianans are slowly regaining power after hurricane Isaac.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 5, 2012 -
Duke details rebranding effort to N.C. regulators
Subsidiaries' names and Duke's logo are likely to change in the wake of its merger with Progress Energy.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 4, 2012 -
Alstom and Toshiba working on smart grid partnership
The two companies are exploring new, wide-reaching opportunities to partner on smart grid plans.
By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 4, 2012 -
Louisiana still facing the effects of Isaac
Power outages continue to affect Louisiana in the wake of hurricane Isaac.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 4, 2012 -
Alaskan community leaders call for regional electric grid
To avoid rising diesel fuel costs, some Alaska leaders are seeking a regional electric grid powered by natural gas.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 4, 2012 -
QBotix introduces innovative robot tech to solar farm
The startup has invented a system in which robots adjust the angle and tilt of connected solar panels.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 4, 2012 -
Michigan group opposes November energy proposal
The Michigan Electric Cooperative Association announced its opposition to the 25% renewable energy constitutional mandate on the November 6 ballot.
By Christopher Sacco • Sept. 4, 2012
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