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  • 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 Sept. 10, 2012
  • 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 Sept. 10, 2012
  • A large data center campus under construction in a desert Explore the Trendline
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    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
  • 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 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
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    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...

    Sept. 6, 2012
  • 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 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 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 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
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    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 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 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
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    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
  • New report proposes a "Networked Energy Web"

    A new report lays out a plan to develop a fully integrated grid network. 

    By Shehryar Nabi • Aug. 31, 2012