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FERC, New Mexico's PNM settle transmission rate case
The settlement clears the way for the company to file a formulas-based rate structure.
By Ron Gallagher • July 19, 2012 -
Johnson's testimony on Duke differs from Rogers' account
Former Progress CEO tells North Carolina regulators that he was blindsided by the Duke board's decision to remove him.
By Brian Warmoth • July 19, 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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Smart meter hacking tool to be shown at Las Vegas conference
SecureState researcher's Termineter tool is meant to test smart meter security.
By Brian Warmoth • July 19, 2012 -
National Grid agrees to $1.6M settlement with New York regulators
The deal comes after an 18-month investigation and resignations at the state Public Service Commission.
By Brian Warmoth • July 19, 2012 -
Jersey Central Power and Light ordered to justify rates
A petition preceded the order, which requires JCPL to explain its profits.
By Brian Warmoth • July 19, 2012 -
5 smart meter anxieties
The benefits of smart meters are clear, but the devices do not come without worries for utilities and their customers.
By Shehryar Nabi • July 19, 2012 -
5 smart meter benefits
Smart meters are a big part of utilities' plans to modernize their technology and services right now. Here are five ways that the devices can help companies, as well as consumers.
By Shehryar Nabi • July 19, 2012 -
Texas utilities test Nest and iPhone thermostat programs
Reliant Energy and TXU Energy are watching to see how customers respond to their new smart thermostat programs with home energy controls launching this summer.
By Lindsey Smith • July 18, 2012 -
Illinois Gov. Quinn signs laws affecting utilities and power issues
Utilities' responsibilities for contacting credit reporting bureaus, electrical aggregation and net metering are all mentioned in the new laws.
By Brian Warmoth • July 18, 2012 -
Connecticut regulators call CLP's storm response 'inadequate'
The utility faces potential consequences if officials stick with the assessment in their draft review of 2011 work.
By Brian Warmoth • July 18, 2012 -
Florida commission now wants Duke's Rogers to testify
Florida regulators are concerned about Duke's plans for the Crystal River nuclear station after its merger with Progress.
By Brian Warmoth • July 18, 2012 -
Smart grid cybersecurity threats outlined at Senate committee hearing
Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hears concerns over smart grid weaknesses a lawmakers consider new cybersecurity legislation.
By Brian Warmoth • July 18, 2012 -
The case for higher Texas electricity prices
The peak price for wholesale electricity in Texas goes up on Aug. 1, but critics doubt that the regulatory decision will accomplish what it was intended to do.
By Brian Warmoth • July 17, 2012 -
N.C. regulators may hire outside counsel in Duke inquiry
The North Carolina Utilities Commission is reportedly considering outside counsel as hearings over the Duke-Progress merger continue.
By Brian Warmoth • July 17, 2012 -
Con Ed ends voltage reduction in NYC, filing answer to union complaint
The New York utility will respond to an attempt to end its lockout after ending voltage reductions and repairing equipment.
By Brian Warmoth • July 17, 2012 -
EnergyHub smart thermostats to be offered by two utilities
On the heels of the Nest/Reliant deal, EnergyHub will get its smart thermostats into Gibson Electric Membership Corporation and Mid-South Synergy customers' homes.
By Brian Warmoth • July 17, 2012 -
Manhattan sees Con Ed brownout amid heat wave and lockout
The New York-based utility company announced that it has reduced voltage in some NYC neighborhoods.
By Lindsey Smith • July 16, 2012 -
Bill Johnson replaced as Nuclear Energy Institute chairman
The president of Energy Future Holdings will replace Johnson, leaving Duke Energy without an NEI board member.
By Brian Warmoth • July 16, 2012 -
Texas 'Pecan Street' smart grid project featured on PBS NewHour
The Pecan Street Project's executive director discusses smart grid advantages in a video segment about what utility companies and residents gain from new smart tech.
By Brian Warmoth • July 16, 2012 -
New Mexico regulators approve $60 million Xcel Energy upgrades
The Public Regulation Commission gave the go-ahead for Xcel to add a substation and new lines.
By Brian Warmoth • July 16, 2012 -
Maine electric customer disconnections hit record high
29,554 homes in Maine were disconnected in 2011 due to unpaid bills, according to records obtained by the Maine Sunday Telegram.
By Brian Warmoth • July 16, 2012 -
Poor capital-project planning boosts energy companies' costs worldwide
Accenture said after a survey of executives that 32% said they delivered projects on schedule, avoiding extra expenses.
By Ron Gallagher • July 16, 2012 -
Con Ed reinstates worker health insurance as union negotiations resume
Public pressure and high temperature continue to test the utility as benefit disagreements persist.
By Brian Warmoth • July 16, 2012 -
N.C. attorney general asks for more records in Duke-Progress investigation
The AG's staff wants more records from the firm of Duke Energy director Michael Browning of Indianapolis and a Duke consultant.
By Ron Gallagher • July 16, 2012 -
Xcel to face Colorado judge over SmartGridCity project
Boulder officials want to keep Xcel Energy from collecting additional $16.5 million after completing smart grid work.
By Brian Warmoth • July 16, 2012
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