
Robert Walton
Senior Reporter | @TeamWetDogRobert Walton has spent 15 years covering policy, regulation and business in Washington, D.C., with a focus on the natural gas and electric utilities. In addition to a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina, he has a culinary diploma from the Art Institute of Washington and his documentary photography has been supported by the National Endowment of the Arts. Robert left Washington in 2013 to explore the United States, and he now lives in a tiny off-grid cabin in upstate New York. His exact location is a mystery.
6002 articles by Robert Walton
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World hurtling toward critical global warming benchmark, but IPCC report highlights clean energy potential
March 21, 2023 -
Texas court rules for Vistra, says PUC exceeded authority with Winter Storm Uri $9,000/MWh pricing order
March 20, 2023 -
NERC issues alert, recommendations to solar resources following inverter-based grid disturbances
March 15, 2023 -
Texas regulators to set Oncor return on equity at 9.7%, maintain capital structure in pending rate decision
March 15, 2023 -
Lower gas prices to drive 35%-45% ‘plunge’ in 2023 peak power prices across most of US: Moody’s
March 14, 2023 -
‘Welcome to ERCOT.’ Regulators approve city of Lubbock, Texas, shift to retail competition
March 10, 2023 -
Efficiency, demand response and EV charging are priorities for commercial building sector: GridPoint survey
March 8, 2023 -
Florida regulators streamline energy efficiency goal-setting process as advocates push for broader reforms
March 8, 2023 -
New White House cyber strategy could drive utility costs higher, warns security expert
March 6, 2023 -
As more Americans struggle to pay power bills, states must be ‘deliberate’ in equity efforts: report
March 3, 2023 -
Performance credit mechanism could cost Texas energy consumers $5.7B annually, broad coalition warns
March 2, 2023 -
NARUC examines how states can make power grids more flexible with performance-based mechanisms
March 1, 2023 -
SRP issues 500 MW all-source RFP as potential replacement for new gas resources
March 1, 2023 -
APS parent Pinnacle West’s 2022 net income plunges 22% on disallowed cost recovery
Feb. 28, 2023 -
PNM sees movement on proposed Avangrid merger as 2022 earnings slide 13% on investments
Feb. 27, 2023 -
DOE announces $48M to improve semiconductor technologies for better grid control and protection
Feb. 27, 2023 -
Hackers are ‘increasingly bold,’ NERC warns, as Dragos report identifies new grid threats
Feb. 24, 2023 -
Federal incentives help drive $52B of investments in 17 EV battery production facilities: BofA
Feb. 23, 2023 -
Duke Energy to build ‘first-of-its-kind’ facility to accelerate fleet electrification with Daimler, Electrada
Feb. 22, 2023 -
Texas Sen. Menéndez: Performance credit could take years to implement, but efficiency and DR are immediate
Feb. 17, 2023 -
Proposed distribution transformer standards ‘could significantly impact’ grid reliability, utilities warn DOE
Feb. 16, 2023 -
Tesla to make some of its EV chargers public as White House announces rules for national charging network
Feb. 15, 2023 -
EPA outlines $27B in clean energy grants as Biden administration remains open to national green bank
Feb. 15, 2023 -
200-MW Texas project is first to leverage IRA tax credit for stand-alone energy storage, Eolian says
Feb. 14, 2023 -
DOE proposes new energy efficiency standards for refrigerators, clothes washers to save consumers billions
Feb. 13, 2023 -
‘Modest’ transmission buildout would have yielded millions in benefits in December storm: ACORE
Feb. 8, 2023 -
FBI thwarts neo-Nazi plot to attack Baltimore Gas & Electric substations, ‘completely destroy’ city
Feb. 7, 2023 -
Demand for Tesla storage products exceeds supply as Q4 deployments rise 152% to 2.5 GWh
Jan. 26, 2023 -
‘We got lucky.’ A stronger 2022 storm season could have threatened grid recovery: EEI
Jan. 26, 2023 -
Number of grid-interactive buildings worldwide expected to grow almost 13% annually: Guidehouse
Jan. 25, 2023 -
Minnesota electric vehicle legislation would allow Xcel Energy to corner charging market, retailers warn
Jan. 25, 2023 -
As Puerto Rico moves to privatize generation, DOE study outlines 3 pathways to 100% renewables
Jan. 24, 2023 -
NARUC digs into commercial EV charging rates as federal government requires states to review offers
Jan. 20, 2023 -
Texas regulators adopt performance credit in market overhaul proceeding, teeing up battle with lawmakers
Jan. 20, 2023 -
Small modular reactors could hold key to electrifying heavy transport: Michigan study
Jan. 18, 2023 -
Electric vehicles near ‘tipping point’ in 2023, but tax credit questions, utility interconnection challenges lie ahead
Jan. 18, 2023 -
New Mexico transmission authority backs 400-mile Invenergy project
Jan. 17, 2023 -
Substation attacks may lead to new energy security rules in 2023, experts say
Jan. 17, 2023 -
Texas PUC nears market redesign decision amid criticism performance credit will not spur new generation
Jan. 13, 2023 -
Louisiana, North Carolina, Colorado would benefit most from stronger building energy codes: ACEEE
Jan. 11, 2023 -
DOE’s cybersecurity accelerator to focus on industrial control systems with 2nd cohort
Jan. 10, 2023 -
Avangrid-PNM merger could get 2nd review by New Mexico’s restructured Public Regulation Commission
Jan. 9, 2023 -
Samsung’s home energy management system is 1st mass-market offering to receive ENERGY STAR certification
Jan. 6, 2023 -
2 charged with conspiracy to damage energy facilities in Washington substation attacks
Jan. 5, 2023 -
DOE proposes new efficiency rules for distribution transformers, potentially saving consumers $15B
Jan. 4, 2023 -
Duke Energy apologizes for winter storm outages as FERC, NERC open investigation into grid failures
Jan. 4, 2023 -
Puget Sound Energy, Tacoma Power substations damaged in Christmas Day attacks
Dec. 26, 2022 -
US smart meter penetration continues steady growth, tops 100M in operation: FERC
Dec. 21, 2022 -
Sens. Shaheen, Portman urge Biden administration to update efficiency standards for federally-backed homes
Dec. 21, 2022 -
Department of Energy proposes 120 lumens/watt standard for general service light bulbs
Dec. 20, 2022 -
Utilities sound alarm over distribution transformer shortage as procurement times surpass 1 year and costs triple
Dec. 19, 2022 -
Most of US electric grid faces risk of resource shortfall through 2027, NERC finds
Dec. 16, 2022 -
US reaches 140k public EV charging ports as key federal official says $90B infrastructure investment needed
Dec. 15, 2022 -
E3 defends Texas market analysis as early comments on reliability proposals turn negative
Dec. 14, 2022 -
EPA proposes rule to cut HFC use, speed transition to efficient heating and cooling technologies
Dec. 14, 2022 -
Environmental advocates sue EPA for failure to update NOx standards for new gas plants
Dec. 12, 2022 -
Manchin calls for Senate vote on permitting reform, warns of billions of dollars stranded without it
Dec. 9, 2022 -
Florida PSC approves Duke’s fixed bill offering with demand response component
Dec. 7, 2022 -
Duke anticipates Wednesday recovery from firearms attacks on North Carolina substations
Dec. 7, 2022 -
On-peak wholesale power prices this winter expected to be more than 60% higher in some regions, EIA warns
Dec. 7, 2022 -
California tops ACEEE’s energy efficiency scorecard as states shift focus to equity, decarbonization
Dec. 6, 2022 -
FBI called to investigate firearms attacks on Duke Energy substations in North Carolina; 40K without power
Dec. 4, 2022 -
Texas lawmakers want to hit brakes on electricity market redesign, bring dispatchable generation online sooner
Dec. 2, 2022 -
SPP unveils details of proposed Western energy market, phased implementation plan
Dec. 1, 2022 -
Biden administration makes $80M available to lower energy consumption of public schools
Nov. 30, 2022 -
Texas grid vulnerable to blackouts in extreme scenarios, ERCOT says as it adds storage to assessment
Nov. 30, 2022 -
NuScale’s small modular reactor design draft application has several ‘significant’ issues, NRC staff says
Nov. 29, 2022 -
DOE tests blockchain technology to ensure grid security, resilience in first-of-its-kind demonstration
Nov. 28, 2022 -
Biden requests $3B for residential solar, battery systems in Puerto Rico
Nov. 23, 2022 -
Biden administration makes $550M available for community-based clean energy projects
Nov. 23, 2022 -
House lawmakers, advocates want $5B to help Puerto Rico install rooftop solar, storage systems
Nov. 22, 2022 -
DOE opens $13B funding opportunity for transmission expansion, smart grid integration projects
Nov. 21, 2022 -
North American electric grid faces ‘unprecedented’ widespread risk this winter: NERC
Nov. 18, 2022 -
Utilities are spending more on low-income efficiency programs, but disparities remain: ACEEE
Nov. 18, 2022 -
Rising steel prices, interest rates could push NuScale Utah project cost to $100/MWh, but support remains
Nov. 16, 2022 -
SDG&E partners with General Motors to study electric vehicle bidirectional charging potential
Nov. 16, 2022 -
Gas utilities look to hydrogen, renewables integration while facing ‘existential threat’ of decarbonization
Nov. 15, 2022 -
Texas regulators weigh $460M ‘performance credit mechanism’ to ensure electric grid reliability
Nov. 14, 2022 -
Moody’s adopts negative outlook for regulated utility sector, warns on gas prices, economy and cost recovery
Nov. 11, 2022 -
SMUD tests tool to accelerate rooftop solar interconnections
Nov. 10, 2022 -
Fossil fuel, renewable trade groups explore potential paths to energy bipartisanship in a divided Congress
Nov. 10, 2022 -
Government electricity price forecast ticks higher, as consumer advocate warns there is little relief in sight
Nov. 10, 2022 -
With control of Congress unknown, clean energy advocates cheer state wins and press for climate action
Nov. 9, 2022 -
NiSource to sell minority share of NIPSCO subsidiary to fund $15B 5-year growth plan, 2040 net-zero goal
Nov. 9, 2022 -
PNM sees diverging load impacts from crypto, supply chain as it awaits court action on Avangrid merger
Nov. 8, 2022 -
Texas moves ahead with expanded 80 MW distributed energy resource pilot designed to boost grid reliability
Nov. 4, 2022 -
Clean energy deployments tumble 22% in Q3 to 3-year low as delayed projects rise to 36 GW: report
Nov. 3, 2022 -
NERC warns of cybersecurity, reliability risks as it outlines strategy for adding tens of gigawatts of DER
Nov. 3, 2022 -
Sunrun to develop 17-MW virtual power plant for Puerto Rico’s electric utility, connecting 7,000 homes
Nov. 2, 2022 -
PG&E formally asks NRC to extend Diablo Canyon power plant license to 2030 to boost grid reliability
Nov. 1, 2022 -
The energy system is ‘inherently racist,’ advocates say. How are utilities responding to calls for greater equity?
Oct. 26, 2022 -
DOE taps 20 companies to receive $2.8B for battery manufacturing, minerals processing build-out
Oct. 20, 2022 -
New California load management standards, including retail rates that change hourly, are a ‘huge leap’: CEC
Oct. 19, 2022 -
Sen. Warren leads probe of Bitcoin impact on Texas power grid, ERCOT use of demand response ‘subsidies’
Oct. 19, 2022 -
Inflation Reduction Act will drive development of 111 GWh of energy storage: BloombergNEF
Oct. 18, 2022 -
Most, least energy-efficient states named in WalletHub analysis
Oct. 18, 2022 -
Distributed resources like solar and batteries open growing pathway to cyberattacks: DOE
Oct. 18, 2022 -
What upcoming US elections could mean for the Inflation Reduction Act, FERC and US energy policy
Oct. 13, 2022 -
Duke Energy, 3 other utilities to join Southeast Energy Exchange Market ahead of next month’s launch
Oct. 13, 2022 -
EIA raises retail electricity price forecast for this year and next, signaling more pain for consumers
Oct. 13, 2022 -
Oakland tests electric transit buses for resilience in vehicle-to-building pilot
Oct. 12, 2022 -
Maine opposes Versant Power, CMP rate increases as New England wrestles with higher power prices
Oct. 12, 2022 -
New Jersey BPU storage incentive proposal targets 1 GW of 4-hour batteries by 2030
Oct. 11, 2022 -
Evergy, Avista, Portland General Electric earnings poised to jump on hotter Q3, says Bank of America
Oct. 11, 2022 -
Generators navigating MISO interconnection queue have seen costs triple in 4 years: Berkeley Lab
Oct. 10, 2022 -
Texas regulators deny Sierra Club petition to bolster energy efficiency, but say improvements needed
Oct. 7, 2022 -
Texas designing 80 MW virtual power plant pilot spurred by Tesla desire to aggregate Powerwall batteries
Oct. 7, 2022 -
Biden pledges to transform Puerto Rico’s power system as thousands remain without power
Oct. 4, 2022 -
PNM proposes 6-year, $344M grid modernization plan including smart meters for all customers
Oct. 4, 2022 -
Consolidated Edison sells renewable energy businesses to Germany’s RWE for $6.8B
Oct. 3, 2022 -
More than 600,000 customers still without power in Florida; FPL has restored power to almost 80%
Oct. 3, 2022 -
New York begins implementation of 2035 ban on new gas-powered cars and trucks, following California lead
Sept. 30, 2022 -
More than 2.5M customers in Florida without power; parts of southwest grid must be rebuilt, says FPL
Sept. 29, 2022 -
How will residential solar + storage fare in a blackout? Berkeley Lab looks to historical data for insight.
Sept. 28, 2022 -
Florida utilities brace for potentially ‘catastrophic’ Hurricane Ian as storm nears Category 5
Sept. 28, 2022 -
Republicans oppose ‘sweeping’ transmission reforms, force Manchin to withdraw energy permitting bill
Sept. 28, 2022 -
DOE opens $7B hydrogen hub funding opportunity, issues draft production standard
Sept. 23, 2022 -
NYPA burns up to 44% green hydrogen in GE turbine in first such retrofit of a US natural gas plant
Sept. 23, 2022 -
New York launches 2 GW renewable energy solicitation as natural gas prices drive up electricity bills
Sept. 22, 2022 -
More than 1M still without power in Puerto Rico as island assesses damage from Hurricane Fiona
Sept. 21, 2022 -
Most of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Fiona hits transmission lines
Sept. 19, 2022 -
Electric vehicle ‘range wars’ could boost V2G potential, say Rivian and other automakers
Sept. 19, 2022 -
New York launches review of $10B in clean energy programs, focusing on energy efficiency and electrification
Sept. 16, 2022 -
Biden administration awards $900M to 35 states for EV charging network as automakers ramp up battery plans
Sept. 15, 2022 -
EV sales are booming, but can battery production keep pace? Several factors could hamper growth, say experts
Sept. 14, 2022 -
A decade after FERC tried to tackle New England gas issues, concerns remain and solutions are uncertain
Sept. 13, 2022 -
White House eyes power reliability standards, energy efficiency rules for Bitcoin, other crypto mining
Sept. 12, 2022 -
Inflation Reduction Act could raise prices on clean energy, warns Bank of America
Sept. 12, 2022 -
Retail electricity prices continue rapid rise; US homes could pay more than 15 cents/kWh next year: EIA
Sept. 9, 2022 -
US power sector emissions rose 7% in 2021 amid economic recovery, reversing pandemic-led drop: Ceres
Sept. 8, 2022 -
To decarbonize industry, DOE road map focuses on efficiency, electrification and low-carbon fuels
Sept. 8, 2022 -
Few states have comprehensive plans to integrate the expected surge in EVs. ACEEE wants to change that
Sept. 7, 2022 -
MISO opens energy, operating reserve markets to storage with over 13 GW in interconnection queue
Sept. 7, 2022 -
5 New England states propose ‘modular’ transmission plan to incorporate 8.4 GW of offshore wind
Sept. 6, 2022 -
DOE moves to fund additional nuclear-coupled hydrogen projects
Sept. 2, 2022 -
After DLR boosts transmission line capacity 25%, Duquesne Light expands LineVision partnership
Sept. 2, 2022 -
Coal advocates warn NERC is underestimating plant retirements by about 68 GW, threatening reliability
Sept. 1, 2022 -
Slow adoption of smart thermostats in the US misses big potential energy savings: S&P
Aug. 31, 2022 -
ISO New England floats ‘energy reserve’ to ensure grid reliability, access to LNG at Everett terminal
Aug. 31, 2022 -
Inflation Reduction Act could shift EV battery composition: BofA Global
Aug. 30, 2022 -
PECO Energy agrees to $150K civil penalty, energy assistance payments, for improper 2018-19 disconnections
Aug. 30, 2022 -
DOE begins accepting applications for $425M in major boost to state clean energy funding
Aug. 29, 2022 -
Texas opens efficiency and demand response docket as NGO pushes for tougher utility targets, lower rewards
Aug. 26, 2022 -
New wind additions plummet in Q2, declining 77% from a year ago: S&P
Aug. 25, 2022 -
Growing building sector carbon emissions threaten 2050 net-zero goal, report warns
Aug. 24, 2022 -
There is a place for natural gas on a zero-carbon grid: EPRI
Aug. 24, 2022 -
US gas-fired generation set 3 daily records last month, says EIA
Aug. 23, 2022 -
$60/MWh for advanced nuclear electricity is achievable, says GE Hitachi executive
Aug. 22, 2022 -
DOE to support development of ‘next-generation cyber tools’ to protect grid
Aug. 18, 2022 -
Pepco gets approval for $92M efficiency, demand response program in District of Columbia
Aug. 17, 2022 -
New ERCOT CEO Pablo Vegas must address soaring energy costs, market observers say
Aug. 17, 2022 -
Utility-scale solar capacity delays hit 20% in first 6 months of 2022: EIA
Aug. 16, 2022 -
National Grid RFI finds ample renewable gas, green hydrogen available in New York, Massachusetts
Aug. 16, 2022 -
Texas regulators developing aggregated DER pilot project to boost reliability
Aug. 8, 2022 -
Entergy rate case spurs Texas regulators to assess potential utility ownership of EV charging stations
Aug. 5, 2022 -
Avangrid will take over operation of Vineyard Wind, nation’s 1st large-scale offshore wind facility
Aug. 4, 2022 -
Xcel expands transportation plan to provide carbon-free energy to all vehicles in its service areas by 2050
Aug. 4, 2022 -
Avangrid works to turn electric vehicles into a grid resource in Connecticut, New York
Aug. 3, 2022 -
Global renewable investment sets new record at $226B in H1 despite supply chain constraints: BNEF
Aug. 3, 2022 -
Reserve margin may need to rise to 300% by 2040 as more renewables added to grid: ISO New England
Aug. 2, 2022 -
FERC, NERC urge North American Energy Standards Board to help boost gas-electric coordination
Aug. 2, 2022 -
Massachusetts climate bill heads to Gov. Baker’s desk after last-minute Senate, House approval
Aug. 1, 2022 -
Vistra, Sempra and Exelon poised for solid earnings this week: Morgan Stanley
Aug. 1, 2022 -
NYPA does not want new authority to build renewable generation, officials tell New York lawmakers
July 29, 2022 -
Electric heat pumps will be the cheapest clean option to heat most US homes by 2030: ACEEE
July 28, 2022 -
DOE closes $102M loan to Syrah Technologies to grow EV battery manufacturing, materials processing
July 27, 2022 -
Retailers warn demand charges, utility competition could impede national EV charging network
July 27, 2022 -
US becomes world's largest LNG exporter amid Ukraine war-driven demand, rising gas and power prices
July 26, 2022 -
DOE announces $2.5B loan to GM, LG Energy JV to support EV growth as US battery manufacturing heats up
July 26, 2022 -
New York City expands role in ConEd demand response program amid second week of stifling temperatures
July 21, 2022 -
'Batteries aren't going to do it': NERC's Moura calls for gas investment to maintain reliability
July 21, 2022 -
USPS to purchase 40% electric vehicles, expanding previous commitments
July 21, 2022 -
Smart thermostats can drive higher peak electricity demand, Cornell researchers find
July 20, 2022 -
FirstEnergy proposes $626M Ohio grid modernization plan with smart meters, bidirectional EV chargers
July 20, 2022 -
Texas heat wave could mean big payday for Vistra in ERCOT market: Morgan Stanley
July 19, 2022 -
Sen. Warren leads lawmakers calling for DOE, EPA to track 'disturbing' Bitcoin, Ethereum energy use
July 19, 2022 -
No near-term credit quality risks for US public power, cooperative utilities from potential blackouts: Fitch
July 18, 2022 -
Puerto Rico's electricity rates have nearly doubled since 2020: IEEFA
July 18, 2022 -
Manchin refuses to support new climate spending, likely tanking clean energy package
July 15, 2022 -
Texas expands industrial demand response program as grid goes to the brink of rolling outages
July 15, 2022 -
Offshore wind developer Equinor to acquire battery company East Point Energy
July 14, 2022 -
Texas narrowly avoids rolling blackouts after 2nd conservation plea by ERCOT this week
July 14, 2022 -
DOE awards weatherization, efficiency funding to address 'critical gap' in federal assistance
July 13, 2022 -
Nuclear industry applauds Tennessee Valley Authority request for 5 GW of clean energy by 2029
July 13, 2022 -
Exelon, PG&E, PSEG and others call on Congress to pass 'ambitious' clean energy spending package
July 13, 2022 -
US energy storage capacity tripled in 2021: EIA
July 12, 2022 -
New York turns to transmission expansion to meet clean energy goals as NextEra energizes 3.7-GW line
July 12, 2022 -
Texas energy retailer Octopus Energy launches electric vehicle leasing business
July 11, 2022 -
Battery prices to rise for first time since 2010, slowing EV adoption: BNEF
July 11, 2022 -
Poll: More than half of Republican voters in 3 states unwilling to spend on climate change solutions
July 8, 2022 -
Connecticut approves 3-year, $708M energy efficiency plan with focus on equity, affordability, decarbonization
July 8, 2022 -
New England grid capacity likely to rise over 100% by 2042 amid heating, transportation electrification: ISO
July 7, 2022 -
New York must balance climate mandates with declining reserve margins to ensure reliability: ISO
July 6, 2022 -
Federal incentives needed for ‘wholesale shift’ to medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks: Third Way
July 5, 2022 -
Massachusetts releases clean energy plan, roadmap to cut GHG emissions 50% by 2030
July 1, 2022 -
New Jersey authorizes PSE&G to spend $511M on 4-year grid modernization program
June 30, 2022 -
Energy sector job growth outpaces overall US economy, with strength in transportation, renewables: DOE
June 28, 2022 -
Salem Harbor to pay $17.1M fine, disgorge profits to settle allegations it improperly received ISO-NE capacity payments
June 27, 2022 -
Conservative approach to Texas grid operations could cost consumers $1.5B this year, says market monitor
June 24, 2022 -
House bills would require demand response-enabled water heaters, strengthen weatherization program
June 23, 2022 -
New York regulators approve new transmission cost analysis approach, bill credits, 135 MW battery facility
June 21, 2022 -
A third of Texas energy efficiency budgets could go to pay utility performance bonuses: Sierra Club
June 17, 2022 -
Rhode Island governor signs 'most aggressive renewable energy standard' in US, targets 100% offsets by 2033
June 16, 2022 -
Arizona utility regulator proposes confidential infrastructure meetings with state's businesses community
June 15, 2022 -
Proposed gas furnace efficiency rule expected to move 9% of customers toward electric heat: DOE
June 14, 2022 -
DOT proposes rules for national EV charging network, including 97% uptime and 150 kW requirements
June 10, 2022 -
Defense Department picks BWXT to build 1st US advanced nuclear microreactor, with 2024 delivery
June 9, 2022 -
New York lawmakers abandon bill to grow renewables as state's grid operator warns margins tightening
June 9, 2022 -
As storm season begins, White House building code initiative aims to cut energy waste, build resilient homes
June 6, 2022 -
New York announces 22 solar, storage projects, pushing projected 2030 energy mix to 66% green
June 3, 2022 -
Inside Ithaca’s plan to electrify 6,000 buildings and grow a regional green workforce using private equity funds
June 2, 2022 -
Rising costs won't stymie the global EV market, but BNEF identifies 'growing risk' of inequitable transition
June 2, 2022 -
Customer and conservation groups urge New York regulators to tackle medium- and heavy-duty EVs
May 31, 2022 -
Invest federal funds in energy efficiency, dozens of groups, companies urge state officials
May 26, 2022 -
Cybersecurity threat extends to utility credit ratings: Fitch
May 25, 2022 -
New York utilities fear 'potentially unlimited' obligation under proposed refund rules for prolonged outages
May 24, 2022 -
North American Energy Standards Board to work with DOE, national labs on distributed resource definitions
May 20, 2022 -
DOE's manufactured home efficiency rule disappoints conservation advocates, manufacturers
May 20, 2022 -
NERC sounds alarm on solar tripping in 'sobering' summer reliability report
May 19, 2022 -
ERCOT says grid is ready for summer, but extreme weather and generator outages could challenge reliability
May 18, 2022 -
Arizona regulators again reject SRP's proposed 820-MW gas plant expansion
May 17, 2022 -
After calls for conservation and generator failures, Texas' grid survived the weekend. It's still May.
May 16, 2022 -
Washington, D.C., is 'ideally poised for electrification,' Sierra Club finds. The city's gas utility disagrees.
May 13, 2022 -
New Maine utility law requires integrated planning to support state goals, sets penalties for reliability failures
May 11, 2022 -
Investigation into solar tariffs could threaten the 2035 US clean energy goal, says DOE's Granholm
May 6, 2022 -
PSE&G continues to grow rate base, expects decision on $848M 'last mile' program this fall
May 4, 2022 -
Can the grid handle millions of EVs? In Tennessee, distribution systems will be 'canary in the coal mine'
May 2, 2022 -
Arizona Public Service asks court to reverse ACC cost recovery, ROE decisions
April 29, 2022 -
MISO prepares for 'worst-case scenarios,' heads into summer with insufficient firm generation
April 29, 2022 -
DOE finalizes rules to phase out older light bulbs, estimates consumers will save $3B annually
April 27, 2022 -
As Congress returns, Google proposes legislative action to help it and others to achieve 24/7 clean energy
April 25, 2022 -
Texas regulators look to distributed resources, additional coal reserves, to boost reliability
April 22, 2022 -
Global decarbonization is a more than $50 trillion opportunity for private capital: Blackstone
April 21, 2022 -
New York approves transmission contracts to advance Clean Path NY, Champlain Hudson projects
April 20, 2022 -
Energy sector on high alert after discovery of new malware targeting industrial control systems
April 18, 2022 -
Arizona regulators deny SRP gas plant expansion, citing community impacts and insufficient supporting evidence
April 13, 2022 -
New Hampshire regulators approve new EV charging rates for Unitil, Liberty and cut demand charges in half
April 12, 2022 -
NERC's mock cyberattack reveals 'urgent need' to bolster grid restoration communication systems
April 8, 2022 -
House climate committee hearing on efficiency delves into pipeline policy, gas bans, China and Putin
April 8, 2022 -
GAO: Postal service used questionable assumptions to make case for continuing gas-powered fleet
April 6, 2022 -
Customers, advocacy groups and elected officials oppose ConEd's proposed double-digit rate increase
April 5, 2022 -
To enhance reliability, Texas regulators will consider standardizing distribution system interconnections
April 4, 2022 -
Connecticut regulators want grid pilots to 'fail fast' in new approach to energy innovation
April 1, 2022 -
New York adjusts standby, buyback rate methodologies, sweetening value proposition for NYC storage
March 24, 2022 -
FBI: US energy sector faces 'reconnaissance, scanning' by Russian hackers; 5 companies targeted
March 23, 2022 -
Maryland lawmakers set low-income energy savings target in 'crucial' equity, efficiency legislation
March 23, 2022 -
Consumers Energy to expand low-income efficiency programs under Michigan-approved agreement
March 21, 2022 -
Virginia report lays groundwork for state's exit from regional emissions trading group
March 18, 2022 -
SRP faces backlash on proposed Arizona gas plant expansion: 'You're pushing it down their throat'
March 17, 2022 -
Puerto Rico emerges from bankruptcy, but its electric utility is still struggling with $9B in debt
March 16, 2022 -
A 'conservative' approach to Texas grid operations is raising costs for consumers: ERCOT market monitor
March 15, 2022 -
Republicans use EV hearing to knock Biden's clean energy policy as US bans oil and gas imports from Russia
March 9, 2022 -
Itron, Utilismart tackle metering, data gaps for small utilities with commercial, industrial customers
March 8, 2022 -
Golf course transmission reroute case could upend decades of precedent, Texas regulators say
March 7, 2022 -
Electricity prices and customer debt are rising: 'There will be suffering,' warns consumer advocate
March 3, 2022 -
Biden touts charging network expansion in State of the Union amid 85% jump in 2021 US EV sales
March 2, 2022 -
Could Russia's invasion of Ukraine mean fewer near-term cyberattacks on US utilities?
March 1, 2022 -
Texas regulators direct utilities to file emergency operations plans
Feb. 28, 2022 -
New Jersey will need nuclear at least until 2050, may extend ZEC cycle: PSEG CEO
Feb. 25, 2022 -
Duke may offer some EV customers ‘all you can charge’ for just $19.99/month (restrictions apply)
Feb. 23, 2022 -
Bitcoin mining as a grid resource? 'It's complicated.'
Feb. 17, 2022 -
Utility cybersecurity insurance premiums are on the rise, more than doubling for some independent power producers
Feb. 17, 2022 -
Integrating efficiency into demand-side management portfolios may introduce equity risks: analysts
Feb. 17, 2022 -
Dozens of lawmakers press Biden to prioritize appliance efficiency standard updates
Feb. 15, 2022 -
US must increase manufacturing of core grid equipment, despite costs: Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Feb. 15, 2022 -
California lowers electric sector GHG target, directs procurement of more than 40 GW of clean energy resources
Feb. 14, 2022 -
New Hampshire PUC restores energy efficiency funding, but advocates say uncertainty remains
Feb. 11, 2022 -
Texas gas generators fared better than wind during last week's winter storm: ERCOT
Feb. 11, 2022 -
Utility capital spending remains strong, but inflation, federal policy uncertainty complicate outlook: EEI
Feb. 10, 2022 -
States must develop EV infrastructure plans to access $5B in federal funding: DOE, DOT
Feb. 10, 2022 -
The number of natural gas customers will continue to rise, even as US decarbonizes: AGA report
Feb. 9, 2022 -
Biden administration promises 'a year of action' in drive to 100% clean energy for Puerto Rico
Feb. 7, 2022 -
Massachusetts approves $4B efficiency plan. Is it 'transformational' or a 'missed opportunity' on equity?
Feb. 4, 2022 -
States are accelerating efficiency, electrification efforts in wake of pandemic disruption: ACEEE
Feb. 2, 2022 -
A year after widespread blackouts, Texas grid prepares for looming winter freeze
Feb. 1, 2022 -
Eversource digs out of 'major snowstorm' after 300k lose power
Jan. 31, 2022 -
Connecticut launches 'comprehensive' and 'complex' charging program to support 500,000 EVs by 2030
Jan. 28, 2022 -
FERC proposes internal monitoring requirements for bulk electric facilities to address security 'gap'
Jan. 28, 2022 -
DTE to expand energy efficiency in underserved communities, develop 'geographic targeting' approach
Jan. 27, 2022 -
Extremists have developed ‘credible, specific plans’ to attack the US power grid, DHS says in new warning
Jan. 26, 2022 -
DOE, DOT scramble to hire 'Energy Corps,' roll out EV charging network
Jan. 21, 2022 -
Republicans, industry resist FERC oversight of pipeline reliability, security as Glick cites grid threats
Jan. 20, 2022 -
'Unacceptable:' Texas market reforms will not be quick, electric grid operator tells dissatisfied regulators
Jan. 18, 2022 -
Biden decarbonization goals could triple reliance on electric grid: EPRI
Jan. 14, 2022 -
New Hampshire legislators, conservation advocates fight PUC decision gutting efficiency program
Jan. 12, 2022 -
PNM prepares for spring launch of $9M transportation program, anticipates EVs to double in 2 years
Jan. 10, 2022 -
NRC denies Oklo Power's plan to construct 1.5 MW advanced nuclear reactor in Idaho
Jan. 7, 2022 -
Gov. Hochul announces $500M offshore wind investment, electrification push for New York
Jan. 6, 2022 -
South Carolina grid 'adequately prepared' for winter, but smaller utilities have work to do: report
Jan. 6, 2022 -
US East Coast begins 2022 with winter storm, almost 1M outages
Jan. 4, 2022 -
DOE announces technical assistance for 21 states on grid modernization, energy transition challenges
Dec. 23, 2021 -
'Anecdotal evidence' points to price gouging during winter storm Uri, NERC official says
Dec. 22, 2021 -
On the road to electric vehicles, EPA's new 40 mpg fuel efficiency rules get mixed reviews
Dec. 21, 2021 -
US smart meter penetration hits 65%, expanding utility demand response resources: analysts
Dec. 21, 2021 -
Extreme weather, plant retirements challenge US grid amid a looming Midwest capacity shortfall: NERC
Dec. 20, 2021 -
Arizona regulators approve plan to accelerate EV investment, require utility transportation plans by June
Dec. 20, 2021 -
New Mexico denies PNM bid to exit Four Corners coal plant, citing lack of replacement resources
Dec. 16, 2021 -
North American Energy Standards Board to tackle gas-electric coordination in 2022
Dec. 15, 2021 -
White House unveils EV charging action plan, prepares network rollout guidance for cities, states
Dec. 14, 2021 -
ISO New England can meet winter power demand 'if the weather is mild,' grid operator warns
Dec. 13, 2021 -
New Mexico regulators unanimously reject Avangrid-PNM merger, but observers see a second chance in 2023
Dec. 9, 2021 -
Major US utilities plan nationwide charging network, anticipating 22M EVs by 2030
Dec. 8, 2021 -
DOE proposes tougher light bulb efficiency standard, finalizes testing waiver rule
Dec. 7, 2021 -
Texas power plants 'ready for winter' following weatherization assessment, ERCOT says
Dec. 6, 2021 -
A month after 'malicious' cyberattack, a small Colorado utility still doesn't have all systems back online
Dec. 6, 2021 -
Education is top predictor of efficiency program enrollment, LBNL finds, pointing to equity issues
Dec. 3, 2021 -
Weaker efficiency standards for manufactured housing could ‘threaten grid reliability,’ says California agency
Dec. 2, 2021 -
US to add 200 GW of renewable capacity by 2026, but IEA warns 30 GW offshore target 'challenging'
Dec. 1, 2021 -
‘A long way to go’: How ConEd, Xcel and 4 other utilities are helping cities meet big EV goals
Nov. 30, 2021 -
DOE undoes Trump era hurdles to setting appliance efficiency standards, finalizes process rule updates
Nov. 23, 2021 -
Extreme weather, low hydro and fuel shortages could threaten grid in multiple regions this winter: NERC
Nov. 19, 2021 -
Pro-union electric vehicle purchase credits could be dropped from reconciliation bill
Nov. 17, 2021 -
EVs hit 1M sold, are now California's top export as energy transition drives economy: CEC chair
Nov. 16, 2021 -
Global EV sales rise 80% in 2021 as automakers including Ford, GM commit to zero emissions: BNEF
Nov. 12, 2021 -
FERC kicks off 3-year task force examining transmission issues, state-federal divide
Nov. 11, 2021 -
Northeast utilities are spending billions on resilience, and the investments are paying off
Nov. 10, 2021 -
Texas blackouts prompt New York ISO to consider 'once in a century' winter events
Nov. 10, 2021 -
Infrastructure bill allots billions to enhance grid's cyber defenses, creates new authority for Homeland Security
Nov. 8, 2021 -
New England electricity use will grow more than 1% annually amid electrification push, says ISO
Nov. 5, 2021 -
Electric vehicle adoption poised to surge, say experts, if Congress OKs $100B in purchase incentives
Nov. 4, 2021 -
Avangrid-PNM merger in doubt after New Mexico hearing examiner warns of reliability, oversight issues
Nov. 2, 2021 -
COP26: Biden apologizes for US climate inaction, issues long-term plan for reaching net zero emissions
Nov. 2, 2021 -
Sophisticated hackers could crash the US power grid, but money, not sabotage, is their focus
Oct. 28, 2021 -
California markets in the Lone Star State? Texas regulators consider 'quasi-capacity' market system
Oct. 22, 2021 -
To secure the energy supply chain, feds want to reimagine the power sector as defense
Oct. 21, 2021 -
Texas regulators tee up market changes, weatherization standards in response to February crisis
Oct. 20, 2021 -
California, 14 other states urge DOE to strengthen efficiency programs, rescind Trump-era rules
Oct. 19, 2021 -
By 2030, Portland General sees distributed resources meeting up to 25% of peak demand
Oct. 18, 2021 -
Southern California Edison eyes building electrification filing later this year
Oct. 15, 2021 -
These 7 efficiency policies could help Texas avoid $8B in new gas plants, ACEEE says
Oct. 14, 2021 -
House lawmakers demand answers from LUMA Energy regarding Puerto Rico's failing electric grid
Oct. 12, 2021 -
Extending Dominion's Millstone nuclear plant a 'critical' part of path to zero carbon, Connecticut finds
Oct. 11, 2021 -
Puerto Rico's grid is 'arguably the worst in the US,' LUMA CEO tells skeptical House committee
Oct. 7, 2021 -
DOE teams with Xcel, Berkshire Hathaway Energy on cybersecurity program to protect clean energy
Oct. 7, 2021 -
Final reconciliation bill likely to include energy efficiency funding, but some cuts possible: Rep. Welch
Oct. 6, 2021 -
'Maybe it's not the right approach anymore' — FERC Chair Glick mulls new security paradigm for power sector
Oct. 4, 2021 -
16 utilities took $1.2B in COVID relief while continuing power shutoffs: report
Oct. 1, 2021 -
California utility energy savings goals now account for fuel-switching potential
Sept. 29, 2021 -
FERC's Danly: Democrats' clean electricity plan an 'H-bomb' that would 'end the markets'
Sept. 29, 2021 -
PPL makes 'small' investment to gain insight into 'innovative' $2.5B SOO Green transmission project
Sept. 27, 2021 -
FERC Chair Glick wants mandatory winterization standards for power plants following Texas grid failure
Sept. 24, 2021 -
Taking Charge: Equity must be ‘baked in’ to energy laws, tax policy, says ASE President Glover
Sept. 23, 2021 -
AEP has most to gain among US utilities from transmission reforms, incentives: Morgan Stanley
Sept. 23, 2021 -
New Orleans City Council votes to investigate Entergy's Ida-related failures
Sept. 22, 2021 -
US can meet Paris climate commitments but will need to rely heavily on electric utilities: report
Sept. 21, 2021 -
Vendor role in NERC's upcoming cyberattack exercise unclear despite growing power sector threat
Sept. 17, 2021 -
'We're obviously in the middle of a dramatic transformation,' FERC's Glick says amid market reform talks
Sept. 16, 2021 -
Shared-savings approach to transmission incentives finds support, concern at FERC conference
Sept. 14, 2021 -
Connecticut falls behind state's GHG goals: 'We told you so,' says Acadia Center
Sept. 13, 2021 -
Biden taps DC regulator Phillips to fill FERC's 5th seat; 'a gift to corporate utilities,' says critic
Sept. 10, 2021 -
More than 300,000 Entergy customers still without power after Ida; some parts of system are 'truly a rebuild'
Sept. 8, 2021 -
With FERC now split 2-2, clean energy advocates call for caution and urgency to fill vacant seat
Sept. 3, 2021 -
Residential electric panels represent a nearly $100B 'roadblock' to full electrification, report finds
Aug. 31, 2021 -
Ida knocks out all transmission lines into New Orleans, leaves 1M+ without power
Aug. 30, 2021 -
EPA urges FERC to use social cost of carbon in gas project reviews
Aug. 27, 2021 -
Biden administration expands cybersecurity initiative piloted by electric sector
Aug. 26, 2021 -
Narrow House budget vote tees up billions in efficiency investments, but advocates want more
Aug. 25, 2021 -
Generators, labor groups urge New York to develop incentives for nonrenewable generation
Aug. 24, 2021 -
While bulk power system remains reliable, key metric suggests worrying trend, NERC finds
Aug. 18, 2021 -
Arizona 2050 clean energy mandate could increase utility bills nearly $60/month, study finds
Aug. 16, 2021 -
DOE planning public-private partnerships to develop new battery chemistries, supply chains for EVs
Aug. 13, 2021 -
DOE moves to reverse Trump rollback, subject billions of light bulbs to higher efficiency standard
Aug. 12, 2021 -
'An enormous lift': Biden's goal of 50% EV sales by 2030 will test supply chains, utilities, experts say
Aug. 10, 2021 -
Biden DOE continues to undo Trump efficiency rule changes with proposed testing revisions
July 30, 2021 -
Biden orders voluntary cybersecurity performance goals for electric utilities, other critical sectors
July 29, 2021 -
DOE says new building codes to cut energy costs by $138B, but EV backers see failure to advance charging
July 28, 2021 -
EPRI-NERC partner to improve resilience, resource adequacy after Texas and California blackouts
July 26, 2021 -
As Pepco outlines plan to meet DC climate goals, consumer advocates say equity must be a focus
July 21, 2021 -
APS launches incentive to tap 80% of residential customers' battery capacity during peak demand
July 20, 2021 -
Sen. Lankford voices doubts over Democratic clean energy standard, calling it 'punitive' for fossil fuels
July 16, 2021 -
Amazon, Exelon, others press Congress on EV incentives amid growing focus on potential grid role
July 15, 2021 -
Congress to examine ransomware threat as NERC, FERC call for 'continued vigilance' to secure electric grid
July 14, 2021 -
DOE to propose first efficiency standards for manufactured homes in almost 25 years
July 14, 2021 -
As Google, Microsoft and others pursue 24x7 clean energy, RMI report shows how they can do it better
July 14, 2021 -
Corporate solar interest surges as companies exit pandemic and turn focus to ESG issues
July 9, 2021 -
Energy equity depends on data, and experts say there isn't enough of it
July 8, 2021 -
DOE proposes 2nd round of process rule changes to navigate 'maze of obstacles' left behind by Trump
July 6, 2021 -
Decarbonize the power sector by 2035? 'I'm skeptical,' NRG VP says of Biden plan
July 2, 2021 -
California braces for energy resource shortfalls amid extreme heat and drought
June 28, 2021 -
Consumers Energy to end Michigan coal use by 2025, but critics wary of plan to buy existing gas plants
June 24, 2021 -
House passes broad bipartisan measure to help states fund energy cybersecurity efforts
June 24, 2021 -
'Reports of energy efficiency's death are greatly exaggerated.' The cost keeps falling as the resource grows
June 23, 2021 -
New York scrutiny: National Grid faces bribery investigation; revenues docked for Con Edison, NYSEG, RG&E
June 22, 2021 -
Bipartisan $973B infrastructure proposal alarms EV advocates with annual surcharge on vehicles
June 21, 2021 -
In 10 years, the energy transformation will look simple. For now, 'it can feel like a slog,' says NextEra VP
June 18, 2021 -
NERC partners with Dragos on operational security, collective defense for electric sector
June 17, 2021 -
ConEd 'uniquely positioned' to lead clean energy transition, CEO says, laying out broad path
June 16, 2021 -
Utilities to DOE: More information, not new regulations, needed to secure the grid
June 14, 2021 -
'An eye for an eye': The electric sector's defense will depend on federal government's might, says Southern CEO
June 11, 2021 -
'Private industry can't do it alone': Lessons for electric utilities from the Colonial ransomware fallout
June 9, 2021 -
DC approves disputed Pepco rate increase in new approach to utility regulation
June 8, 2021 -
ESG issues weigh on utility credit ratings, particularly PG&E, Edison and FirstEnergy: Moody's
June 3, 2021 -
PG&E, BMW smart-charging pilot highlights potential for electric vehicles as grid resource
June 1, 2021 -
LUMA takes over Puerto Rico's grid amid questions of staffing and readiness
June 1, 2021 -
NERC sees potential summer energy shortfalls, says energy transition 'pace' may threaten reliability
May 27, 2021 -
California is changing the way it values energy efficiency to look beyond resource savings
May 26, 2021 -
Industry presses House committee on facilitating new transmission critical to Biden climate goals
May 21, 2021 -
Rapid 'energy efficiency as a service' growth belies financing, other difficulties, analysts say
May 20, 2021 -
Biden decarbonization focus shifts to buildings, with goal to triple efficiency, see up to $200B in savings
May 19, 2021 -
NERC identifies 4 regions facing potential summer energy shortages
May 18, 2021 -
As Colonial pipeline returns to service, Congress looks to bolster utility-government security efforts
May 14, 2021 -
Biden cybersecurity order tackles software risks in energy, other sectors following Colonial hack
May 13, 2021 -
Colonial Pipeline hack highlights grid disruption risks even with IT-focused cyberattack, analysts say
May 11, 2021 -
ERCOT looks to 'restore trust,' identifies 3 unlikely summer blackout scenarios after winter disaster
May 7, 2021 -
'We are simply not ready' for EV charging at scale, House Republicans say, warning of China dependence
May 6, 2021 -
DOE turns its focus toward equity with commitment to lowering solar deployment barriers
May 5, 2021 -
LEED-certified federal buildings aren't using less energy, Carnegie Mellon study finds
May 4, 2021 -
Equity, security and load: FERC conference considers the challenges and potential of electrification
May 3, 2021 -
New York lawmakers pass bill requiring all new vehicle sales be zero-emissions by 2035
April 29, 2021 -
White House eyes $42B in existing funding for Biden electric vehicle push
April 27, 2021 -
New York regulators address data access issues in bid to grow clean energy development
April 26, 2021 -
Annual peak loads are shifting to winter; ACEEE report details how utilities can manage
April 23, 2021 -
Biden pledges to halve US carbon emissions by 2030, sending signal to businesses and world leaders
April 22, 2021 -
Republicans test lines of attack on White House jobs, infrastructure plan
April 21, 2021 -
DOE launches 100-day grid security push as Biden ends Trump ban on some Chinese-made equipment
April 20, 2021 -
Rural electric co-ops warn Congress a 2035 100% clean electricity target is 'overly ambitious'
April 20, 2021 -
NERC finding 25% of utilities exposed to SolarWinds hack indicates growing ICS vulnerabilities, analysts say
April 15, 2021 -
Biden's infrastructure plan goes big on EVs, but his first budget starts small, analysts say
April 14, 2021 -
White House considers doubling Obama-era carbon reduction targets: BNEF
April 14, 2021 -
Tesla praises, ConEd opposes different New York EV bills
April 9, 2021 -
Utility distribution systems 'increasingly at risk' for cyberattacks, GAO report concludes
April 8, 2021 -
States, utilities must ensure equitable investment in electric vehicle infrastructure, new report warns
April 7, 2021 -
New York regulators have 'effectively accelerated' the state's storage market, report finds
April 6, 2021 -
DOE begins 'repairing damage' done by Trump to energy efficiency program, say advocates
April 5, 2021 -
State of the Electric Utility 2021: Utilities' cybersecurity approach shows cause for concern, experts say
April 1, 2021 -
Zero-emission vehicles 'are coming very fast now,' says author of Congressionally-mandated report
April 1, 2021 -
NYPA approves transmission line rebuild, targeting $447M in annual savings, 1 GW new capacity
March 31, 2021 -
Large consumers blame renewables for 2020 declines in C&I power reliability
March 31, 2021 -
Tacoma Power's first foray into demand response could support green fuels production
March 29, 2021 -
As EV economics improve, medium- and heavy-duty trucking may be 'next big frontier' for clean transportation
March 25, 2021 -
DC first in Mid-Atlantic to require long-term renewable PPA for standard offer customers
March 24, 2021 -
Tri-State's clean energy, cost reduction efforts have not quelled member exit interest
March 22, 2021 -
Bipartisan House lawmakers to reintroduce grid security bill after Texas outages, SolarWinds attack
March 19, 2021 -
Rhode Island court clears way for PPL acquisition of National Grid's Narragansett Electric
March 18, 2021 -
FERC's expected jurisdiction claim over Puerto Rico LNG terminal could impact PREPA gas plant, renewables plans
March 16, 2021 -
States, California IOUs urge changes to Trump energy efficiency policies, but not everyone agrees
March 15, 2021 -
Senate Democrats plan to reintroduce energy tax reform bill, focus on long-term incentives
March 11, 2021 -
What's in your software? Federal initiative targets frequently overlooked electric utility vulnerabilities
March 10, 2021 -
DOE will spend billions on electric vehicle R&D in jobs fight with China, Granholm says
March 10, 2021 -
Global climate models may vastly overstate energy savings from efficiency measures, analysis finds
March 9, 2021 -
New York Senate advances environmental justice package, including energy efficiency jobs bill
March 5, 2021 -
Facing an EV boom, AEP, Duke, 4 other utilities unveil plan for multi-regional charging network
March 3, 2021 -
US lags international peers on renewables development, and federal policy is to blame: Moody's
March 2, 2021 -
Gas isn't going anywhere, say finance gurus. 'The death of the LDC has been way overstated.'
Feb. 26, 2021 -
USPS to continue purchasing gas vehicles, despite Biden all-electric pledge
Feb. 25, 2021 -
Texas grid operator makes progress restoring power, will end emergency conditions today
Feb. 19, 2021 -
S&P: Despite storage growth, US to achieve 'marginal' carbon-free capacity increases through 2035
Feb. 18, 2021 -
FERC reliance on ratepayers to fund utility cybersecurity insufficient to meet rising threat, analysts say
Feb. 16, 2021 -
ERCOT board members to resign following mass outages
Feb. 16, 2021 -
Texas grid operator braces for record electric demand, warns generators to prepare
Feb. 12, 2021 -
Electric sector can learn from the Florida water utility hack, say experts
Feb. 11, 2021 -
Carmakers in US to spend $250B on electrification by 2023, push for national standard, group says
Feb. 10, 2021 -
Electric vehicles could be 'imperfect substitutes' for gas-powered cars, new study suggests
Feb. 8, 2021 -
SolarWinds fallout could last for years, as power industry secures vulnerable equipment: Dragos CEO
Feb. 5, 2021 -
As GM gives 'huge' boost to EVs, states vary in advancing supportive policies, reports find
Feb. 3, 2021 -
'This is just the beginning': Southwest Power Pool begins operating Western imbalance market
Feb. 2, 2021 -
New Jersey OKs PSE&G's $166M EV infrastructure program, omits heavy duty vehicles
Jan. 28, 2021 -
Senate confirms Granholm to lead DOE
Jan. 28, 2021 -
Biden plan to electrify federal fleet will boost EV market, but many questions remain, experts say
Jan. 27, 2021 -
FirstEnergy, Duke challenge Sierra Club claims of 'greenwashing' on climate goals
Jan. 26, 2021 -
New York approves $854M transmission line, outlines path to reach storage, renewables goals
Jan. 25, 2021 -
Fleet electrification can have 'outsized influence' on EV adoption, RMI analysis concludes
Jan. 22, 2021 -
New York to build nation's largest offshore wind program to bolster green economy
Jan. 15, 2021 -
Colorado approves Xcel's $110M transportation electrification plan, with strong equity emphasis
Jan. 14, 2021 -
New transmission approaches can cut billions in decarbonization costs: MIT, clean energy coalition
Jan. 13, 2021 -
Kauai Island Utility Cooperative, AES pursue nation's first solar-powered pumped hydro project
Jan. 12, 2021 -
2021 Outlook: The future of electric vehicle charging is bidirectional — but the future isn't here yet
Jan. 12, 2021 -
New Jersey greenlights $800M PSE&G smart meter rollout, work to continue on data access
Jan. 8, 2021 -
Massachusetts Gov Baker signs climate legislation, setting net-zero 2050 target
Jan. 6, 2021 -
New England begins work on FERC Order 2222 compliance, but system impact is unclear
Jan. 4, 2021 -
FERC approves tariff for Southwest Power Pool's Western imbalance market
Jan. 4, 2021 -
FERC proposes incentives for voluntary cybersecurity investments, in race to secure nation's electric grid
Dec. 22, 2020 -
Xcel to accelerate Hayden coal plant closure as 3 other Colorado plants get reprieve
Dec. 21, 2020 -
DOE confirms its systems were compromised by SolarWinds hack
Dec. 18, 2020 -
Rising renewables penetration is a threat to grid reliability in some regions, NERC concludes
Dec. 18, 2020 -
Trio of New England decisions could help or hurt renewables as ISO-NE, NEPOOL face off at FERC
Dec. 16, 2020 -
Clean energy groups cheer reports Biden will tap former Michigan Gov. Granholm to lead DOE
Dec. 16, 2020 -
Electric vehicle models expected to triple in 4 years as declining battery costs boost adoption
Dec. 14, 2020 -
Transmission, local resources, market improvements key to decarbonization: CAISO and NYISO chiefs
Dec. 10, 2020 -
In this Congress or the next, experts see opportunity to boost electric investment and secure the grid
Dec. 9, 2020 -
Are utilities legally required to plan for climate change? 'The devil is in the details.'
Dec. 8, 2020 -
Trump 'midnight regulations' may hinder Biden efforts to advance energy efficiency, advocates say
Dec. 4, 2020 -
Accelerated electrification inevitable, but tech, deployment must meet local needs: report
Dec. 3, 2020 -
NERC expands IT-focused cybersecurity program as hackers actively target grid operations tech
Dec. 2, 2020 -
North Carolina OKs Duke's scaled-down $25M EV pilot, as experts see momentum for bigger programs
Dec. 1, 2020 -
Tri-State, other Colorado utilities may need to shut coal plants earlier than planned to meet state emissions goals
Nov. 25, 2020 -
ConEd faces $102M penalty, possible license revocation for Hurricane Isaias response
Nov. 24, 2020 -
NERC: Pandemic, regional fuel shortages threaten winter grid operations in California, New England
Nov. 23, 2020 -
EV industry optimistic for expanded tax credits, other policy wins under 'car guy' Biden
Nov. 20, 2020 -
DOE R&D plan targets 'immediate risk' hackers present to renewable energy technologies
Nov. 19, 2020 -
Energy efficiency advocates see $1.1T in savings potential with Biden directing DOE
Nov. 18, 2020 -
Manchin 'optimistic' on prospects for passing major clean energy bill in lame duck Congress
Nov. 16, 2020 -
Tri-State accelerates Colorado decarbonization, weighs joining Southwest Power Pool expansion
Nov. 16, 2020 -
PECO: Billions of investment at risk with Pennsylvania court's rejection of smart meter mandate
Nov. 13, 2020 -
Did Evergy reject a $15B bid from NextEra? Maybe — but not recently.
Nov. 11, 2020 -
As EV infrastructure expands, researchers show charging stations vulnerable to low-cost hacking
Nov. 11, 2020 -
Could COVID-19 provide a windfall to utilities from shifting demand? Report says yes, but it's complicated
Nov. 10, 2020 -
14 states, advocacy groups sue DOE over failure to update 25 appliance efficiency standards
Nov. 10, 2020 -
ISO-NE commits to address regional energy security challenges as FERC rejects proposal
Nov. 9, 2020 -
Larger, vertically-integrated utilities better prepared to face cyber threats, says Moody's
Nov. 6, 2020 -
Voltus vies to unleash thousands of MWs of demand response capacity in challenge to MISO restrictions
Nov. 4, 2020 -
In split vote, Arizona regulators take major step toward 100% carbon-free mandate for utilities
Nov. 2, 2020 -
Gov. Cuomo proposes bill to 'dramatically increase penalties' for NY utility storm response failures
Oct. 30, 2020 -
Election 2020: For DOE, staffing, renewables spending, transparency at stake Nov. 3, analysts say
Oct. 28, 2020 -
MidAmerican enlists wind turbine maker Vestas to find 'root cause' of 4 blade failures
Oct. 28, 2020 -
US corporate buyers will drive 44 GW to 72 GW of new renewables over next 10 years: Report
Oct. 21, 2020 -
AVANGRID, PNM Resources announce $8.3B merger to create 'one of biggest clean energy companies' in US
Oct. 21, 2020 -
2019 US wholesale solar prices more than double wind, gas as renewables use reaches record levels: EIA
Oct. 20, 2020 -
New England states call for changes to wholesale markets, transmission planning and grid governance
Oct. 19, 2020 -
New York expands state clean energy standard, moves to boost renewables use in the Big Apple
Oct. 16, 2020 -
NYPA to consider swapping gas peakers for batteries in novel deal with environmental justice groups
Oct. 14, 2020 -
LUMA rejects mounting criticism of Puerto Rico grid operating contract, sees $100M annual savings
Oct. 13, 2020 -
FERC's Glick blasts fellow commissioners for intruding on New York's resource mix decisions
Oct. 12, 2020 -
Taking Charge: How Austin Energy simultaneously managed COVID-19 and a new carbon price adder
Oct. 8, 2020 -
Tri-State proposes rate reduction, resource procurement flexibility, but not enough to stop member exit
Oct. 8, 2020 -
'Buyer beware': Report highlights challenges to new PJM gas plants
Oct. 7, 2020 -
US cybersecurity agency urges utilities to increase protections, warns of potential attacks from China
Oct. 5, 2020 -
Flurry of grid security bills pass House, including public-private training partnership
Oct. 1, 2020 -
Climate change had its presidential debate moment. What did we learn?
Sept. 30, 2020 -
NERC, FERC recommend public anonymity for utilities violating power system security rules
Sept. 28, 2020 -
New York sets minimum 3-year term for new load management programs to drive more energy storage
Sept. 24, 2020 -
Tesla unveils new EV battery design, but Musk downplays vehicle-to-grid application
Sept. 23, 2020 -
White House authorizes $9.6B to rebuild Puerto Rico's grid, but how can it be spent?
Sept. 22, 2020 -
FERC investigates risk of foreign adversary-supplied bulk power equipment, with focus on Huawei, ZTE
Sept. 21, 2020 -
New York issues final rules to speed development of large renewable energy projects
Sept. 18, 2020 -
Security experts cast doubt on FERC, NERC cyber intrusion response report findings
Sept. 17, 2020 -
In contentious vote, Pennsylvania takes formal step towards joining regional cap and trade market
Sept. 16, 2020 -
SPP, MISO launch joint transmission study to address renewables interconnection challenges
Sept. 15, 2020 -
District of Columbia board advances required grid mod investment 4 years after Exelon-Pepco merger
Sept. 14, 2020 -
FERC rejection of NYISO renewables plan could prompt state-managed capacity market, advocates say
Sept. 10, 2020 -
Dominion files to keep Virginia's North Anna nuclear plant operating 80 years
Sept. 8, 2020 -
Utility sector wary of new security rules for distributed resources
Sept. 8, 2020 -
FERC reversal on electric co-op exit fee jurisdiction could have broader rate implications, analysts say
Sept. 3, 2020 -
Louisiana bears brunt of Hurricane Laura as utility COVID-19 protocols threaten restoration time
Aug. 28, 2020 -
Utilities warn New York's $72M 'build-ready' renewables program could cost consumers
Aug. 27, 2020 -
Utilities face growing ransomware threat as hackers improve strategy, execution
Aug. 26, 2020 -
Following botched utility response to Hurricane Isaias, New York governor proposes stricter penalties
Aug. 26, 2020 -
Puerto Rico regulators set island on a 5-year course to procure renewables, storage
Aug. 26, 2020 -
Energy sector divided over transmission incentives for voluntary cybersecurity investments
Aug. 25, 2020 -
FBI warns Russia is probing energy sector cyber systems as threat to industrial control technology grows
Aug. 21, 2020 -
Following outrage over Hurricane Isaias response, Connecticut bill would put utilities on the hook for outage costs
Aug. 20, 2020 -
Propelling the transition: New and better transmission is key to zero carbon; here's what's driving it
Aug. 19, 2020 -
After utility filing error, DC stakeholders call for dismissal of Pepco's multi-year rate proposal
Aug. 14, 2020 -
Grid security group calls for declassified threat information, new federal agency focused on resilience
Aug. 14, 2020 -
Florida approves utility storm protection plans; analysts advocate measures beyond undergrounding
Aug. 13, 2020 -
Xcel Energy unveils plan to serve 1.5M EVs by 2030
Aug. 13, 2020 -
PPL to exit UK market, focus on growing US utility investments
Aug. 11, 2020 -
PSEG to sell almost 7 GW of fossil fuel generation, retain nuclear plants
Aug. 3, 2020 -
'Take a deep breath': Arizona drive to 100% clean energy breaks down amid commissioner disputes
July 31, 2020 -
NYPA, Siemens partner on new cybersecurity center as COVID-19-driven changes increase threats
July 30, 2020 -
Utilities must prioritize customer experience to advance role of electric vehicles on the grid: experts
July 29, 2020 -
DC regulators consider 'light touch' when it comes to microgrid rules
July 28, 2020 -
Amid 'heightened tensions,' US government issues warning to critical infrastructure providers
July 27, 2020 -
Changing grid architecture creates resilience opportunities: report
July 23, 2020 -
New York announces 4 GW renewables solicitation with 2.5 GW offshore wind
July 22, 2020 -
Arizona regulatory staff proposes 100% clean energy standard by 2050
July 22, 2020 -
New York investor-owned utilities to fund $701M make-ready EV infrastructure program
July 21, 2020 -
PREPA CEO sees bright future for embattled utility, but funding, grid mod challenges remain
July 20, 2020 -
New York adopts net metering alternative, delays implementation due to COVID-19
July 17, 2020 -
Microgrid of the future emerges in Washington as Avista preps transactive DER project
July 15, 2020 -
Colorado ALJ sides with United Power against Tri-State over exit charge methodology
July 14, 2020 -
Virginia Supreme Court blocks Walmart bid to aggregate store load, shop for cheaper electricity
July 13, 2020 -
DOE lists China, 5 other 'foreign adversaries' as it asks how to enforce Trump's grid security order
July 10, 2020 -
As COVID-19 surges, federal regulators worry about energy sector supply chain
July 9, 2020 -
Enel ransomware attack highlights the value of a top-down security culture
July 8, 2020 -
'Simple' or a 'Band-Aid'? ISO-NE leans toward Eversource/National Grid $49M solution for Mystic plant replacement
July 2, 2020 -
FPL proposes $0.30/kWh rate for utility-owned EV stations, rider to address high demand charges
July 1, 2020 -
Why clean car advocates expect to prevail in court battle over California emission standards
June 30, 2020 -
Should the US beef up cybersecurity rules for distributed resources? FERC solicits public input
June 26, 2020 -
DC to LA: Electrify America completes nation's first cross-country EV fast charging corridor
June 25, 2020 -
Nevada moves to adopt stricter vehicle emission standards amid continuing federal-state battle
June 24, 2020 -
FERC considers transmission incentives for voluntary cybersecurity investments
June 23, 2020 -
Much of New York City's generation needs to be displaced to reach state renewables target, agencies say
June 22, 2020 -
Divided FERC approves New England ISO short-term fuel security plan despite cost concerns
June 19, 2020 -
EnergyHub partners with Vivint Solar as utility incentives for residential energy storage ramp up
June 18, 2020 -
Clean energy groups to propose FERC rules for national transmission system saving $47B a year
June 18, 2020 -
Rising energy loads from fewer COVID-19 limits, warming weather spark utility readiness concerns
June 17, 2020 -
FERC accepts Tri-State exit fee methodology as jurisdiction battle looms with Colorado
June 16, 2020 -
PG&E to plead guilty on 84 counts of involuntary manslaughter ahead of bankruptcy court decision
June 16, 2020 -
Utility ransomware attacks becoming more sophisticated, new 'honeypot' operation finds
June 15, 2020 -
DOE's Better Buildings initiative notches $11B in savings across 10 years
June 12, 2020 -
New Jersey sets 'top tier' energy efficiency goal, targets more than 2% electricity savings
June 11, 2020 -
New York's economy is slowly reopening, but electricity demand remains clipped due to COVID-19
June 11, 2020 -
Trump's grid security order sows confusion in power sector — but don't expect a quick fix
June 10, 2020 -
DC to investigate distributed resource ownership issues as part of grid modernization effort
June 9, 2020 -
FERC plans technical conference to tackle long-term energy sector impacts of COVID-19
June 8, 2020 -
Xcel preps new EV programs to address 'suboptimal' charging incentives in Minnesota
June 5, 2020 -
Massachusetts attorney general urges state examine shift from natural gas heating
June 5, 2020 -
When storms collide: Utilities' new approach to hurricane restoration in the age of COVID-19
June 4, 2020 -
Businesses, lawmakers urge $22B in federal clean energy investment as sector job losses top 600K
June 3, 2020 -
Efficiency significantly cheaper than natural gas, DOE study concludes
June 1, 2020 -
New Jersey EV infrastructure plan targets private capital over ratepayer dollars 'wherever possible'
May 26, 2020 -
Ameren capitalizes as FCC enables new generation of utility communications networks, grid mod
May 21, 2020 -
Colorado ALJ clears way for Tri-State exit fee determinations
May 20, 2020 -
New York grants flexibility, works to limit 'bad actors' in demand response programs hit by COVID-19
May 19, 2020 -
Energy storage poised to tackle grid challenges from rising EVs as mobile chargers bring new flexibility
May 18, 2020 -
Texas coal generator may restart to meet projected record summer demand
May 15, 2020 -
Illinois advances pioneering proposal for utility rate recovery of cloud computing investments
May 14, 2020 -
Texas regulators tamp down authority of proposed cybersecurity monitor
May 13, 2020 -
Replace NYC peakers with renewables+storage? Plant owners say they're working on it
May 12, 2020 -
New England takes key step to 1.2 GW of Quebec hydro as Maine approves transmission line
May 12, 2020 -
Great River Energy to exit coal, close 1.15 GW plant, but North Dakota governor vows rescue
May 11, 2020 -
Trump's security order could have 'chilling effect,' slow smart grid deployment, experts say
May 7, 2020 -
United Power sues Tri-State claiming 'civil conspiracy' to block Colorado jurisdiction over exit fees
May 6, 2020 -
Buildings are huge sources of load flexibility, but what's that worth to utilities? DOE investigates
May 5, 2020 -
Google machine learning shifts data center operations to maximize efficiency, renewables use
May 4, 2020 -
Trump's grid security executive order will create vendor 'black list,' complicate equipment sourcing
May 4, 2020 -
Duke to double renewable capacity in 5 years, but critics say utility lags on storage deployment
April 29, 2020 -
Chicago requires new residential, commercial construction include EV charging capabilities
April 28, 2020 -
Tri-State, Colorado cooperatives in 'race to the courthouse' over exit fee jurisdiction
April 28, 2020 -
New York expedites energy efficiency vendor payments to bolster industry rattled by COVID-19
April 27, 2020 -
Electric grid challenges will grow if COVID-19 impacts extend into summer demand season: NERC
April 24, 2020 -
ConEd COVID-19 cases grow past 350 as utilities forced to adjust pre-pandemic emergency plans
April 23, 2020 -
Crashing oil prices, COVID-19 restrictions give boost to embattled Puerto Rico utility
April 22, 2020 -
COVID-19 forces delay of 7 reliability standards, including cybersecurity supply chain protections
April 21, 2020 -
New England grid operator, market participants divided over how to improve region's energy security
April 20, 2020 -
New York demand response providers press regulators for flexibility as COVID-19 challenges mount
April 20, 2020 -
Texas regulators approve new smart meter rules, limiting access to real-time data
April 16, 2020 -
Groups sue DOE over 'arbitrary' threshold they say will avoid tougher efficiency standards for appliances
April 15, 2020 -
Colorado cooperative reaches $136.5M agreement to exit Tri-State service
April 14, 2020 -
Efficiency sector gets creative to stem COVID-19 job losses, maintain energy savings
April 13, 2020 -
Clearer picture of coronavirus-driven grid load declines emerges in US after weeks of lockdowns
April 9, 2020 -
Global EV sales will drop 43% in 2020 due to COVID-19, lower oil prices: WoodMac
April 9, 2020 -
New York becomes first state to establish renewables siting office in an effort to speed up deployment
April 7, 2020 -
Energy efficiency efforts are shutting down due to COVID-19, threatening jobs and savings
April 6, 2020 -
New Jersey's energy efficiency approach could reduce incentive to invest, stakeholders warn
April 2, 2020 -
NERC struggles to involve utility vendors in its biennial cyberattack simulation, and that's a big problem, analysts say
April 1, 2020 -
New Jersey looks to exit PJM capacity market, worried MOPR will impede 100% carbon-free goals
March 31, 2020 -
Amid charging pilot developments, Virginia regulators to investigate EV grid impacts
March 30, 2020 -
National Grid suspends pending rate increases in response to COVID-19
March 27, 2020 -
Colorado expedites Tri-State member exit charge case, as power supplier gets 'split decision' on FERC jurisdiction
March 27, 2020 -
Massachusetts is 3 months from implementing nation's 1st clean peak standard
March 26, 2020 -
Ameren Missouri supplier hit by ransomware attack amid growing concern for critical infrastructure
March 25, 2020 -
'Defensive' utility stocks hit hard amid COVID-19 fears; Xcel, ConEd among those expected to recover quickly
March 24, 2020 -
Utilities beginning to see the load impacts of COVID-19 as economic shutdown widens
March 23, 2020 -
Maryland efforts for low-income energy efficiency target stalled by COVID-19
March 19, 2020 -
DOE nixes automatic confidentiality designations for utilities, seen by NGOs as potential boost for coal and nuclear
March 18, 2020 -
New York taps developers for almost 1.3 GW of solar, wind and storage across upstate region
March 17, 2020 -
Florida, Utah, Washington approve bills to boost EVs, including $50M Rocky Mountain Power charging plan
March 16, 2020 -
Duke, AEP, Dominion among utilities to halt service shutoffs in coronavirus response
March 16, 2020 -
Grid operators cancel travel, shift to remote meetings, as industry preps for broad coronavirus absenteeism
March 12, 2020 -
Over reliance on gas in PREPA IRP jeopardizes Puerto Rico's 100% clean energy goals, groups say
March 12, 2020 -
DTE readies 'troubled customer pilot' to nearly double efficiency help for Detroit at-risk consumers
March 11, 2020 -
Utilities on high alert as phishing attempts, cyber probing spike related to coronavirus
March 9, 2020 -
Eversource, 7 others propose 36 ISO-NE transmission upgrades to offset loss of Exelon's Mystic station
March 6, 2020 -
Additional gas capacity, baseload generation 'critical' to maintaining reliability: DOE analysis
March 4, 2020 -
Duke settles with Chargepoint, expanding options for $76M North Carolina EV pilot
March 3, 2020 -
Ameren boosts Missouri 5-year smart grid investment to $7.6B, plans $1.2B wind purchase
Feb. 28, 2020 -
NARUC offers Puerto Rico guidance on FEMA funding use, public-private approach to grid operations
Feb. 27, 2020 -
SCE's novel energy efficiency deal with price 'premium' draws scrutiny, protest in Pacific Northwest
Feb. 26, 2020 -
With FERC tariff filing, Southwest Power Pool moves closer to Western imbalance market launch
Feb. 25, 2020 -
New York governor proposes renewable energy permitting office to speed projects
Feb. 24, 2020 -
Natural gas ransomware attack offers critical lessons for electric utilities, analysts say
Feb. 24, 2020 -
Michigan finds 'fundamental flaws' in DTE's resource plan, directs utility to pursue renewables
Feb. 21, 2020 -
Southern Company decreases coal burn, moves closer to completing Vogtle nuclear project
Feb. 20, 2020 -
PNM smart meter plans could see boost as New Mexico Senate considers grid mod grant program
Feb. 19, 2020 -
Oregon approves Portland General's transportation electrification plan, setting stage for 1M EVs
Feb. 19, 2020 -
ConEd developing $13M curbside EV charging program with AddEnergie
Feb. 14, 2020 -
APS partners with clean energy business group to reach 100% carbon-free target
Feb. 14, 2020 -
Utilities say they are prepared to meet cyber threats. Are they?
Feb. 14, 2020 -
Bipartisan energy efficiency bill targets national building code to save consumers an estimated $51B
Feb. 12, 2020 -
Dominion Energy sets 2050 net-zero carbon goal, buys Southern's stake in Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Feb. 12, 2020 -
Ameren's hourly pricing program could reduce EV charging costs 50%, study finds
Feb. 11, 2020 -
NERC eyes stronger measures to secure utility supply chains, forms EMP task force
Feb. 11, 2020 -
ChargePoint commits $1B to expand EV charging as Ocasio-Cortez, others unveil bills for a national network
Feb. 10, 2020 -
Pepco's proposed EV charger incentive puts environmental and consumer groups at odds
Feb. 10, 2020 -
ISO-NE capacity prices fall to new low, but latest auction shut out some renewables and storage
Feb. 7, 2020 -
Maryland regulators take cautious approach to multi-year rates, approve pilot for 1 utility
Feb. 6, 2020 -
Navajo Nation calls for Tucson Electric to pay millions for coal retirements, as more rural areas impacted
Feb. 4, 2020 -
Texas PUC website 'defaced' in low-level attack as state inks new cybersecurity contract
Jan. 31, 2020 -
SPP approves $545M in transmission upgrades, eyes storage to help reduce costs
Jan. 30, 2020 -
Fueled by flexible PPAs, corporate clean energy purchases surged to 19.5 GW in 2019: BloombergNEF
Jan. 29, 2020 -
Oncor, other Texas utilities aim to avoid enforcement power for proposed cybersecurity monitor
Jan. 29, 2020 -
DC grid mod order 'falls short' on 100% clean energy goals, commissioner says
Jan. 28, 2020 -
Seattle to test paying for commercial building efficiency through long-term PPAs
Jan. 28, 2020 -
US utility M&A fell to $43B in 2019, but renewable tax incentive phaseout could re-establish interest: PwC
Jan. 27, 2020 -
New Jersey proposes utilities recover lost revenues, earn bonuses for beating energy savings targets
Jan. 24, 2020 -
Itron-Bidgely partnership could help utilities get more value from smart meters
Jan. 24, 2020 -
New York ISO carbon pricing proposal 'in a holding pattern,' says grid chief
Jan. 23, 2020 -
Arizona Public Service sets 100% clean energy target, but doesn't rule out carbon capture for gas plants
Jan. 23, 2020 -
Wide gap seen in energy efficiency costs between public utility customer classes, but overall spending rising
Jan. 22, 2020 -
2020 Outlook: From light bulbs to dishwashers, court battles to continue on DOE's efficiency moves
Jan. 22, 2020 -
Most utilities aren't getting full value from smart meters, report warns
Jan. 13, 2020 -
'Most dangerous and capable' hacking group now targeting electric sector, Dragos report finds
Jan. 10, 2020 -
Google, NV Energy renewable megadeal includes rare storage component
Jan. 10, 2020 -
Tri-State to shut New Mexico, Colorado coal plants by 2030, but move may not satisfy unhappy members
Jan. 10, 2020 -
SWEPCO settles with Sierra Club to plan 650 MW coal plant retirement by 2026
Jan. 9, 2020 -
ConEd will redesign NYC commercial building efficiency pilot after participation hurdles
Jan. 9, 2020 -
Entergy, Duke, ConEd adding millions of smart meters, but overall deployment slowing
Jan. 8, 2020 -
4th Circuit nixes key permit for Dominion's Atlantic Coast Pipeline, citing environmental justice concerns
Jan. 8, 2020 -
More than 2 years after Hurricane Maria, earthquake shows Puerto Rico electric grid remains 'fragile'
Jan. 8, 2020 -
PJM: Electric vehicles could boost load 1.5 GW by 2035
Jan. 7, 2020 -
Utilities 'caught in the crosshairs' as US-Iran tensions rise; experts say domestic cyberattack likely
Jan. 7, 2020 -
DC regulators OK 2nd phase of PEPCO's grid mod, but NGOs doubt value for 100% renewables goal
Jan. 6, 2020 -
Tri-State members develop alternative generation plans in their bid to exit the utility's service
Jan. 3, 2020 -
Court rules California can enforce stricter lightbulb standards amid challenges to DOE rollbacks
Jan. 3, 2020 -
Minnesota appeals court rejects PUC approval of Wisconsin gas plant, orders environmental review
Dec. 24, 2019 -
Washington Gov. Inslee proposes to slash emissions, reach net-zero carbon by 2050
Dec. 23, 2019 -
Navigant predicts rapid growth in vehicle-grid integration revenues
Dec. 20, 2019 -
NERC: Grid operators must prepare for 330 GW of renewables by 2029
Dec. 20, 2019 -
Clean energy advocates want New York to move quickly on 70% renewables goal
Dec. 19, 2019 -
Xcel, 3 other Colorado utilities choose California's imbalance market over Southwest Power Pool
Dec. 18, 2019 -
Colorado sets initial timelines for performance-based regulation review as it looks to other states
Dec. 18, 2019 -
US investment in energy efficiency dropped estimated 18% in two years: Report
Dec. 18, 2019 -
California approves new energy efficiency frameworks expected to boost emerging technologies
Dec. 17, 2019 -
The rise of cloud computing is having an impact on data center efficiency — and it's not great
Dec. 17, 2019 -
FERC: Wholesale demand response grows in step with smart meter proliferation
Dec. 16, 2019 -
National Petroleum Council calls for sharp increase in carbon capture subsidies
Dec. 13, 2019 -
Republicans and Democrats are divided on many energy issues, but with farmers, it's a bipartisan affair
Dec. 13, 2019 -
Tesla's Australian virtual power plant propped up grid during coal outage
Dec. 11, 2019 -
Southwest Power Pool registers Voltus as first demand response services provider
Dec. 11, 2019 -
NorthWestern Energy unveils plan to buy 25% of Colstrip coal unit for $1
Dec. 11, 2019 -
Buttigieg's McKinsey controversy draws attention to candidate's work on energy efficiency
Dec. 10, 2019 -
PG&E reaches $13.5B settlement with wildfire victims, including Tubbs, Butte and Camp blazes
Dec. 9, 2019 -
Nevada regulators approve NV Energy plan for 1,190 MW solar, 590 MW storage
Dec. 9, 2019 -
Xcel's proposed TOU rates could mean big peak demand savings for DER owning customers
Dec. 9, 2019 -
ERCOT sees brighter days ahead on system reserves despite rising peak demand
Dec. 6, 2019 -
AEP, Ameren, TVA team up with EPRI to connect clean energy startups with utilities
Dec. 6, 2019 -
Dominion suspends plan to add 1.5 GW of peaking capacity as Virginia faces gas glut
Dec. 5, 2019 -
After 2 court losses, DOE signals it will publish 4 appliance efficiency standards
Dec. 4, 2019 -
Southwest Power Pool launches reliability coordinator services in Western interconnection
Dec. 4, 2019 -
Third time's a charm? New Hampshire legislators work to break impasse on net metering
Dec. 3, 2019 -
Boulder makes $94M 'final offer' for Xcel Energy assets, in bid to avoid condemnation
Nov. 27, 2019 -
Montana rejects NorthWestern's bid to end net metering, add separate rate class for solar
Nov. 27, 2019 -
Small, regional utilities located near critical infrastructure targeted in cyberattack: WSJ
Nov. 26, 2019 -
For South Carolina solar, 'things look bleak,' advocates warn, as utilities defend lower rates
Nov. 25, 2019 -
ISO New England chief presses for carbon price in response to Sanders, Warren and others
Nov. 25, 2019 -
Ohio denies AEP cost recovery for 400 MW proposed solar, but projects expected to proceed
Nov. 25, 2019 -
New York's last coal plant expected online through winter, says NYISO, despite shutdown plans
Nov. 22, 2019 -
Efficiency to meet peak demand? New study considers potential beyond energy savings
Nov. 20, 2019 -
Sanders, Warren join fellow senators in urging New England to speed clean energy transition
Nov. 20, 2019 -
California groups challenge Sempra rate decisions allowing recovery of 'charitable contributions'
Nov. 20, 2019 -
Hawaii regulators call out HELCO cost controls in initial rate hike denial
Nov. 19, 2019 -
RMI: World is 'badly off track' on Paris climate goals, needs heightened focus on energy efficiency
Nov. 19, 2019 -
Generators call on PJM to expedite delayed capacity auction, once new rules are set
Nov. 18, 2019 -
Texas proposes smart meter cost recovery for El Paso Electric, Entergy Texas, boosting AMI
Nov. 15, 2019 -
Salt River Project to install Arizona's largest battery system, helping to replace giant coal plant
Nov. 15, 2019 -
NERC's simulated grid attack leaves thousands of New York customers in hypothetical darkness
Nov. 15, 2019 -
EV-specific rates are the gateway to direct load management, SEPA report finds
Nov. 14, 2019 -
Hawaiian Electric defends management, renewables approach amid investor dissatisfaction
Nov. 14, 2019 -
Entergy Texas, Georgia Power lead on business customer satisfaction amid growing divide: JD Power
Nov. 13, 2019 -
From EV integration to wildfire prevention, utilities accelerate AI use to drive efficiencies, profits
Nov. 13, 2019 -
PG&E raises wildfire compensation offer to $13.5B as California turns up pressure
Nov. 12, 2019 -
Simulated grid attacks prepped in US amid mounting cyber risks, shortage of security talent
Nov. 12, 2019 -
As Oregon lags behind on its EV goals, PGE makes TOU rates optional to expand access
Nov. 11, 2019 -
Renewables continue to get cheaper, just not as fast as before, Lazard analysis finds
Nov. 8, 2019 -
Tri-State faces growing member rebellion, challenges at Colorado PUC
Nov. 8, 2019 -
Renewables growth, market changes tanked Invenergy's Rhode Island gas plant, regulators say
Nov. 7, 2019 -
Hawaii regulators audit HECO management as utility targets Oahu rate increase
Nov. 7, 2019 -
Dominion Virginia plan for 1.5 GW new peaking capacity will lead to more gas plants, NGOs fear
Nov. 7, 2019 -
Tesla, Walmart settle lawsuit over fires; solar panels to remain in place
Nov. 6, 2019 -
Canadian pension fund pays $6B for Pattern Energy's 4.4 GW renewables portfolio in latest yieldco deal
Nov. 5, 2019 -
Trump administration continues efforts to ease utility regulatory burdens with dual coal ash proposals
Nov. 5, 2019 -
US power grid attack points surge with proliferating DERs: A hacker 'will eventually get in'
Nov. 4, 2019 -
California governor floats PG&E takeover, moves to expedite bankruptcy proceeding
Nov. 4, 2019 -
First cyberattack on solar, wind assets revealed widespread grid weaknesses, analysts say
Nov. 4, 2019 -
CAISO takes expanded western reliability services live
Nov. 4, 2019 -
Solar, energy efficiency to drive drops in load, peak demand over next 10 years, ISO-NE says
Nov. 1, 2019 -
PG&E found more than 100 damaged assets, hazards following massive power shutoff
Nov. 1, 2019 -
Massachusetts to hit 1.6 GW offshore wind requirement with 804 MW from Mayflower Wind project
Oct. 31, 2019 -
PG&E shares jump 32% amid power shutoffs as judge appoints bankruptcy mediator
Oct. 30, 2019 -
Buildings as grid resources? NASEO sees 'far reaching' implications
Oct. 30, 2019 -
Florida Power & Light passes key milestone in quest for first US 80-year reactor license
Oct. 30, 2019 -
Puerto Rico grid modernization plan tops $20B
Oct. 29, 2019 -
Murray Energy, largest US producer, joins long list of bankrupt coal companies
Oct. 29, 2019 -
California proposes energy efficiency market overhaul with single administrator
Oct. 29, 2019 -
Time running out for energy efficiency, other tax credit extensions as next spending deadline nears
Oct. 28, 2019 -
PG&E deploys largest-ever power shutoff, but responsibility for Kincade Fire now in question
Oct. 28, 2019 -
Next-gen demand response is coming online, and utilities are calling on it more often: SEPA
Oct. 25, 2019 -
Tesla earnings surprise includes storage, solar growth
Oct. 24, 2019 -
California urges energy providers procure additional 4 GW to avoid potential shortages starting in 2021
Oct. 24, 2019 -
Lack of mega deals pressures quarterly utility M&A value to lowest since Q2 2017: PwC
Oct. 24, 2019 -
Old Windows and bad passwords: Utility cyber vulnerabilities grow despite comparative strengths
Oct. 23, 2019 -
DTE, Consumers Energy push back on Michigan legislators' plan to rewrite 2016 energy law
Oct. 23, 2019 -
Distributed solar to drive global renewable growth 50% by 2024: IEA
Oct. 22, 2019 -
Arizona regulator floats new IRP process to reduce reliance on APS, other utility load forecasts
Oct. 22, 2019 -
San Jose proposes multibillion PG&E buyout. Utility says it's 'not for sale'
Oct. 22, 2019 -
PG&E 'failed on so many levels' in executing mass power shutoff, CPUC tells utility execs
Oct. 21, 2019 -
Virginia signs largest state renewable energy contract in US with 420 MW Dominion deal
Oct. 21, 2019 -
New York adopts utility-ESCO cybersecurity standards, rejects insurance requirements
Oct. 18, 2019 -
DOE, NRC team up to accelerate deployment of advanced reactors
Oct. 18, 2019 -
Michigan joins spate of state grid modernization initiatives
Oct. 18, 2019 -
With 10% penetration, EVs could shift all residential peak load to night, analysis of SoCal Ed finds
Oct. 17, 2019 -
Ohio Supreme Court nixes cap on FirstEnergy efficiency spending, but state slated to drop standard
Oct. 17, 2019 -
Electric revolution: As EV demand increases, can utilities and cities keep up?
Oct. 16, 2019 -
California's new reliability requirements create short-term opportunity for storage, CAISO says
Oct. 15, 2019 -
PG&E power shutoff 'unacceptable': California calls for refunds, investigation and corrective action
Oct. 15, 2019 -
Alleged National Grid management problems at 'the highest levels' prompt Massachusetts investigation
Oct. 14, 2019 -
FERC cybersecurity report identifies 'potential compliance infractions'
Oct. 11, 2019 -
Mass shutoffs to remain a reality for PG&E as utility calls long-term DER solutions 'speculation'
Oct. 11, 2019 -
DOE must implement 4 long-delayed efficiency standards, 9th Circuit Rules
Oct. 11, 2019 -
Colorado authorizes transfer of Xcel assets to Boulder, boosting city's municipalization efforts
Oct. 11, 2019 -
Powerless: PG&E loses exclusive control of bankruptcy, shuts off power to 800K
Oct. 10, 2019 -
Massachusetts rejects National Grid EV plan, advocates say oil interests sowed disinformation
Oct. 9, 2019 -
NextEra enters the picture as Jacksonville utility targets at least $6.8B in sale
Oct. 8, 2019 -
PG&E announces $34.4B in debt financing heading into 2nd round of exclusivity fight
Oct. 7, 2019 -
FERC rejects Tri-State's proposed tariffs, stymying 1st effort at federal regulation
Oct. 7, 2019 -
Carbon price could allay 'astounding' cost to attain New York's zero carbon target: Report
Oct. 4, 2019 -
PacifiCorp to add 7 GW renewables + storage, close 20 of 24 coal plants
Oct. 3, 2019 -
PG&E admits fault in sparking large 2019 wildfires, judge demands 'precise details' for 3
Oct. 3, 2019 -
ERCOT weathers steamy August, but could Texas become a winter-peaking system?
Oct. 3, 2019 -
How did Dominion shave $300M off its Virginia grid modernization plan?
Oct. 2, 2019 -
DC Circuit rejects EPA air rule, requires tighter emission limits on power plants, other sources
Oct. 2, 2019 -
Maryland sees biggest energy efficiency improvements, Kentucky largest decline: ACEEE
Oct. 2, 2019 -
FERC approves CAISO ability to procure out-of-market, Glick warns of 'unbounded authority'
Oct. 1, 2019 -
Shorthanded FERC allows New England capacity auction results to stand
Oct. 1, 2019 -
California regulators launch investigation into PG&E's reorganization plan
Sept. 30, 2019 -
Storage bill expanding utility rate recovery options for battery projects clears Senate committee
Sept. 30, 2019 -
DTE pledges carbon-free power by 2050 banking on utility-scale storage, small nuclear, CCS
Sept. 27, 2019 -
US electric grid more vulnerable to cyberattacks as DERs increase potential targets, GAO finds
Sept. 27, 2019 -
Demand response top focus as Minnesota regulators adopt Xcel performance metrics
Sept. 27, 2019 -
PG&E wants EV demand charges to mimic smartphone plans. Regulators are skeptical
Sept. 26, 2019 -
PG&E noteholders propose injecting $29.2B in utility in exchange for majority stake
Sept. 26, 2019 -
California proposes eliminating simplified energy resource plans, but SCE says more is needed
Sept. 25, 2019 -
California proposes IOUs collect $900M annually for wildfire fund, with one major hurdle for PG&E
Sept. 25, 2019 -
Tesla CEO Musk knew SolarCity was in trouble but still pushed for acquisition, lawsuit alleges
Sept. 24, 2019 -
Phishing campaign continues to target utilities, evolves attack techniques
Sept. 24, 2019 -
PG&E blasts $24B fire compensation plan as it risks losing control of reorganization
Sept. 23, 2019 -
CAISO to develop regional day-ahead market for renewables after participant push
Sept. 23, 2019 -
Texas wind poised to outstrip coal generation with 87 TWh in 2020, report projects
Sept. 23, 2019 -
Google jumps to top of corporate renewable ladder, with 1.6 GW buy
Sept. 20, 2019 -
Dominion proposes 2.6 GW offshore wind project, positioning Virginia as 'hub' for regional development
Sept. 20, 2019 -
FERC oversight battle heats up as Colorado regulators blast Tri-State petition
Sept. 19, 2019 -
San Jose becomes largest city requiring all-electric buildings, as local climate actions rise
Sept. 19, 2019 -
Utility-scale solar pipeline hits 37.9 GW, driven by falling costs and corporate buying: Report
Sept. 18, 2019 -
Arizonans could save $3.5B with quicker coal to solar+storage transition, report finds
Sept. 18, 2019 -
ConEd, 8 other utilities challenge Trump's energy rule, repeal of Clean Power Plan
Sept. 17, 2019 -
DTE issues renewables RFP, targeting ownership, not PPAs
Sept. 17, 2019 -
The value of customer-sited storage: It's about more than demand charges, study finds
Sept. 16, 2019 -
PJM, parties reach 'agreement in principle' over $160M GreenHat FTR default
Sept. 16, 2019 -
PG&E reaches $11B insurance settlement over wildfire claims
Sept. 13, 2019 -
IREC includes storage for the first time in its updated interconnection procedures
Sept. 13, 2019 -
New England grid operator sees potential for year-round power constraints
Sept. 13, 2019 -
Los Angeles approves 'historically low cost' solar+storage project
Sept. 11, 2019 -
Pacifcorp sees 2 GW coal retirements, $599M savings by 2040 in latest planning scenarios
Sept. 11, 2019 -
Santee Cooper forecasts coal phaseout, 1 GW new solar as base case for potential sale
Sept. 11, 2019 -
Tri-State joins suite of new participants in Southwest, California energy imbalance markets
Sept. 11, 2019 -
PG&E reorganization plan includes $17.9B for wildfire claims, but funding remains uncertain
Sept. 10, 2019 -
San Francisco offers PG&E $2.5B for city's grid
Sept. 9, 2019 -
SDG&E looks to raise minimum bill 400%, citing solar-driven cost shift
Sept. 9, 2019 -
PG&E bankruptcy plan includes $14B equity commitments, no liability estimates: Bloomberg
Sept. 6, 2019 -
Boulder's plan to condemn Xcel assets, form municipal utility faces new setback
Sept. 6, 2019 -
DOE downplays impact of new light bulb rules, but NGOs ready to sue
Sept. 4, 2019 -
Outages begin to mount as Dorian slams into US
Sept. 4, 2019 -
Tri-State subject to FERC regulation as it adds non co-op member
Sept. 4, 2019 -
Dominion to invest $277M in unauthorized revenue from 2018 in offshore wind, smart meters
Sept. 3, 2019 -
Delayed since 2016, Constitution Pipeline scores win on New York water permit
Sept. 3, 2019 -
Dominion launches electric school bus initiative, aims for 100% electric fleet in Virginia territory by 2030
Aug. 30, 2019 -
North Carolina calls on Duke to examine coal retirement scenarios in next IRP
Aug. 30, 2019 -
EPA proposes to roll back methane rules for oil, gas industry
Aug. 30, 2019 -
EIA data shows coal generation continues precipitous slide
Aug. 29, 2019 -
Santee Cooper to shutter half its coal over next decade
Aug. 29, 2019 -
Lawsuit advances alleging TVA grid access charge discourages renewables adoption
Aug. 28, 2019 -
Wildfires in Alaska? A historic drought has local utility scrambling
Aug. 28, 2019 -
Rocky Mountain Power to operate largest US residential battery demand response project
Aug. 27, 2019 -
Clean energy groups urge FERC to support transmission investment incentives
Aug. 27, 2019 -
Hawaiian Electric pursues approximately 900 MW renewables, mandates some storage pairings
Aug. 26, 2019 -
Vistra to shutter 4 Illinois coal plants, totaling over 2,000 MW
Aug. 23, 2019 -
'Nearly all' high voltage EV charging stations lose money: Report
Aug. 22, 2019 -
Coal sector outlook drops from 'stable' to 'negative': Moody's
Aug. 22, 2019 -
Duke renewables program allows large customers to negotiate directly with suppliers
Aug. 22, 2019 -
Walmart sues Tesla, says solar panels caused series of fires
Aug. 21, 2019 -
Phase 2 of HECO's performance-based rate rollout would reward speedy DER interconnection
Aug. 21, 2019 -
Colorado adopts California's zero emission vehicles mandate
Aug. 21, 2019 -
lllinois budget comes up 500K RECs short of 2025 goals
Aug. 20, 2019 -
North Carolina clean energy plan could reduce power sector emissions up to 70% by 2030
Aug. 20, 2019 -
Tesla relaunches solar division, will rent rooftop systems in 6 states
Aug. 20, 2019 -
Bankruptcy judge maintains PG&E exclusivity and allows Tubbs fire victims to sue
Aug. 19, 2019 -
New CPUC efficiency goals are equivalent to reducing 658,000 cars-worth of GHGs
Aug. 19, 2019 -
NRC hints at upcoming early site determination for TVA advanced nuclear project
Aug. 16, 2019 -
California OKs $100M SDG&E commercial EV charging plan, testing electric buses as grid assets
Aug. 16, 2019 -
ERCOT calls 2 energy emergencies in one week, 3rd in 5 years
Aug. 16, 2019 -
Simultaneous hack of EV chargers could cause Manhattan blackout, NYU researchers find
Aug. 15, 2019 -
EPA details renewables, efficiency health benefits as DOE slows energy savings progress
Aug. 15, 2019 -
PG&E fights for control of its future, access to new wildfire fund
Aug. 15, 2019 -
ERCOT reserves drop below 2,300 MW, forcing Texas grid to call for energy emergency
Aug. 14, 2019 -
Xcel to expand Minnesota renewables program, add 230 MW new solar, wind
Aug. 14, 2019 -
Maryland moves to align with other states on ratemaking, allow multi-year plans
Aug. 13, 2019 -
New York initiative aims to eliminate conflicts between resource adequacy, clean energy goals
Aug. 13, 2019 -
First Energy Solutions accelerates closure of Pennsylvania's largest coal plant
Aug. 13, 2019 -
Puerto Rico's new governor plans to cancel $450K PREPA grid repair deal
Aug. 12, 2019 -
California grid operator asks FERC for broader authority to maintain system reliability
Aug. 5, 2019 -
Colorado regulators propose rules governing Tri-State resource planning
Aug. 5, 2019 -
Foreign hackers impersonated professional licensing board in attack on utilities
Aug. 2, 2019 -
California opens $1B in efficiency funding to electrification
Aug. 2, 2019 -
PG&E asks bankruptcy court to approve 'discounted' PPAs for storage and renewables projects
Aug. 2, 2019 -
PG&E tells court deferred maintenance did not play a role in sparking wildfires
Aug. 1, 2019 -
GE Renewables notches $184M Q2 loss, despite strong revenue growth
Aug. 1, 2019 -
DOE begins development of North American 'energy resilience model'
July 31, 2019 -
California's EV transition gets boost with state-automaker deal; Trump threatens to intervene
July 30, 2019 -
Arizona commissioner pushes for retail competition vote by end of year
July 30, 2019 -
NiSource settles Massachusetts gas explosion claims for $143M
July 30, 2019 -
NextEra inks 700 MW wind + solar + battery project, largest in the US
July 29, 2019 -
Proposed legislation would extend solar investment tax credit 5 years
July 29, 2019 -
4th Circuit Court vacates permits for Dominion's Atlantic Coast Pipeline
July 29, 2019 -
Senators propose national efficiency standard to save 22% of electric utility energy by 2035
July 26, 2019 -
US utility deals reach $12.3B in Q2 2019, renewables growth expected to drive more
July 26, 2019 -
ERCOT: Wind outpaced coal on Texas grid for the first time
July 26, 2019 -
PG&E bankruptcy timeline extended, creditors worry delay may block wildfire fund access
July 25, 2019 -
PSEG on track to reduce emissions 80%, will divest all remaining coal interests
July 25, 2019 -
FERC creates LNG export division, following spike in development applications
July 25, 2019 -
Tri-State files for FERC regulation, Delta-Montrose to exit in 2020
July 24, 2019 -
Duke Energy Renewables acquires 200 MW Texas solar project, largest in its fleet
July 24, 2019 -
Big milestone for a small reactor: NRC completes next phases of NuScale review
July 23, 2019 -
PGE plans 150 MWa renewables, 4 MW storage, finds wind cheaper than gas to meet future capacity
July 23, 2019 -
Island-wide outage on Kaua'i: Clouds block solar recovery after generator's cable failure
July 23, 2019 -
Michigan approves 455 MW DTE wind power purchase
July 22, 2019 -
Bipartisan efficiency legislation targets buildings, industry and federal government
July 22, 2019 -
New York expands access to EV charging incentives, blocks Tesla from qualifying
July 22, 2019 -
AEP commits to retire large Indiana coal unit by 2028
July 19, 2019 -
Hawaiian Electric finalizes largest-ever renewables procurement
July 18, 2019 -
CAISO to require equipment improvements for inverter-based generation
July 18, 2019 -
Tri-State announces 'transformative' plan to provide cleaner, cheaper power
July 18, 2019 -
Moloka'i's storage solution: 'Dynamic load bank' will waste a little solar to allow for more
July 17, 2019 -
Tri-State, Delta-Montrose reach potential settlement on buyout costs
July 17, 2019 -
Regulators unanimously approve Georgia Power plan, adding 80 MW storage
July 17, 2019 -
PG&E's grid inspections revealed almost 10K problems: Report
July 16, 2019 -
$1B Montana pumped storage hydro project secures funding
July 16, 2019 -
ConEd pinpoints cause of July 13 blackout
July 16, 2019 -
AEP plans $2B, 1.5 GW wind purchase in Oklahoma
July 16, 2019 -
Cause of weekend NYC outage still unknown; ConEd to investigate why grid failed to isolate probem
July 15, 2019 -
NV Energy will utilize power shutoffs to reduce wildfire risks
July 15, 2019 -
Duke defends North Carolina EV pilot program after regulatory staff recommends rejection
July 15, 2019 -
Pennsylvania regulators outline criteria for alternative rate proposals to support new tech
July 12, 2019 -
Arizona's new EV growth plan could save customers billions, groups say
July 12, 2019 -
California Gov. Newsom to sign $21B wildfire liability bill today
July 12, 2019 -
Coal could be just 11% of US generation by 2030: Moody's
July 11, 2019 -
PG&E knew of wildfire risks for years, WSJ reports, citing company documents
July 11, 2019 -
Home Energy Reports: Still the 'biggest, baddest way' to drive customer behavior
July 10, 2019 -
Severe weather, cyber, physical attacks: DOE targets better utility, pipeline preparedness
July 10, 2019 -
California Senate passes $21B wildfire fund legislation, as Newsom pushes for final vote Friday
July 9, 2019 -
Wisconsin PSC declines to consider climate impacts of proposed 500 MW gas plant
July 9, 2019 -
NV Energy failed to set aside $10M in storage incentive funds, now faces shortfall, fines
July 9, 2019 -
DOE gas furnace, water heater efficiency proposal will cost consumers billions, NGOs warn
July 8, 2019 -
Connecticut issues draft RFP for 2 GW offshore wind
July 8, 2019 -
Delta-Montrose files restraining order against Tri-State, as others examine buy out costs
July 3, 2019 -
California tees up wildfire liability bill as utility, consumer groups diverge on solutions
July 3, 2019 -
Xcel Minnesota plans to retire 2.4 GW of coal, critics say natural gas has too big a role in IRP
July 3, 2019 -
Xcel, Minnesota Power propose subscription services, lower demand charges to propel EV growth
July 3, 2019 -
Utah approves Rocky Mountain Power's 600-battery apartment project
July 2, 2019 -
TVA 20-year plan includes up to 14 GW new solar, 5.3 GW storage
July 1, 2019 -
FERC rejects PJM tariff proposal to require year-round demand response resources
July 1, 2019 -
Senate passes cybersecurity bill to decrease grid digitization, move toward manual control
July 1, 2019 -
Virginia regulators approve revised Dominion IRP, but warn about understated costs
June 28, 2019 -
Hawaii launches phase 2 of rate modernization initiative, focused on revenue incentives
June 28, 2019 -
Florida mandates 10-year storm protection plans for utilities, sparking cost concerns
June 28, 2019 -
Massachusetts regulators approve state's largest clean energy procurement
June 27, 2019 -
Oregon approval of aggressive EV goals overshadowed by climate bill drama
June 27, 2019 -
CalFire: PG&E power lines sparked Tuesday blaze
June 27, 2019 -
As Trump administration pursues wide-ranging changes on energy efficiency, states, others fight back
June 26, 2019 -
PG&E bondholders propose $30B reorganization plan, new name: Report
June 26, 2019 -
Split up? Increase oversight? Eliminate holding company? PG&E's future is now open for comment
June 26, 2019 -
California regulators propose 2 GW new peak capacity to address reliability concerns
June 26, 2019 -
Rocky Mountain Power leverages home energy reports to save 41 GWh
June 26, 2019 -
Autogrid's Japan project could be world's largest virtual power plant, company says
June 25, 2019 -
PSEG Power could lose $415M on exit from 2 Pennsylvania coal plants
June 25, 2019 -
Consumers failed to meet thousands of electric and gas line deadlines, prompting Michigan safety query
June 24, 2019 -
New Jersey taps Ørsted's 1.1 GW offshore wind project in country's largest procurement to date
June 24, 2019 -
Duke Indiana IRP adds 2.35 GW wind and solar, keeps some coal online for almost 20 years
June 24, 2019 -
New Jersey's 2021 storage goals could require $650M in subsidies, report for legislature finds
June 21, 2019 -
Rhode Island siting board rejects Invenergy's 900 MW gas plant
June 21, 2019 -
California governor to propose 'liquidity fund' to address wildfire costs
June 21, 2019 -
Tendril buys FirstFuel as it pursues 'end-to-end' utility customer solutions strategy
June 21, 2019 -
Clean Power Plan replacement triggers rush to court
June 20, 2019 -
Ohio Supreme Court rejects FirstEnergy's grid modernization charge
June 20, 2019 -
NERC sees faster storm recovery times, greater cyber vulnerabilities in 2018 grid review
June 20, 2019 -
PG&E reaches $1B wildfire settlement with 18 public entities
June 19, 2019 -
New York passes 100% clean energy bill, but advocate calls it a 'partial victory'
June 19, 2019 -
EPA issues Clean Power Plan replacement as coal bailout remains sidelined
June 19, 2019 -
US sees record solar installations at 2.7 GW in Q1, but challenges remain: report
June 19, 2019 -
BNEF: Wind, solar to hit 48% of global generation by 2050, but coal use to rise until 2026
June 18, 2019 -
Utilities are 'the new cyber battlefield,' as US ramps up pressure on Russia's electric grid
June 18, 2019 -
Southwest Power Pool to launch energy imbalance market as alternative to CAISO
June 18, 2019 -
California approved utility wildfire plans. The next step is to see if they're working
June 18, 2019 -
Congress pushes for storage, renewables to have same private investment incentives as fossil fuels
June 17, 2019 -
Tri-State assesses FERC rate regulation to avoid potential inconsistency of state oversight
June 17, 2019 -
SCE&G customers could grab $146M in VC Summer settlement, largest in state history
June 14, 2019 -
Target aims for 100% renewables by 2030; Walmart announces Minnesota solar deal
June 14, 2019 -
NY utilities to face revenue hit for missed reliability, customer service targets
June 14, 2019 -
Utility, EV coalition calls for 50% transportation energy reduction by 2050
June 13, 2019 -
FERC chair: 'Complex legal challenges' must be addressed before DER rule can be issued
June 13, 2019 -
Largest EV charging companies in US join forces to expand customer access to stations
June 12, 2019 -
Puerto Rico energy plan introduces MiniGrids to avoid repeat of Hurricane Maria
June 12, 2019 -
New Jersey charts path to 100% clean energy by 2050, with 2 GW of storage by 2030
June 12, 2019 -
NextEra loses bankruptcy court jurisdiction fight with PG&E over renewables contracts
June 11, 2019 -
FERC infrastructure report reveals phantom 850 MW coal plant, renewables surpassing coal
June 11, 2019 -
Michigan approves Consumers' IRP eliminating coal, reducing emissions 90% by 2040
June 10, 2019 -
What's the path forward for DC's grid mod? After nearly a year of study, the city is still finding out
June 10, 2019 -
California natural gas costs could spike as state decarbonizes: E3, UC Irvine
June 10, 2019 -
California fire season starts with PG&E power shut-off in 5 counties
June 10, 2019 -
Bloomberg commits $500M to phasing out coal, halting new gas plants
June 7, 2019 -
New Oracle tech aims to locate EVs while improving how utilities manage the load
June 7, 2019 -
Changing Hawaii's utility model may only drive high rates higher, State Energy Office finds
June 7, 2019 -
GE 'badly' misjudged the clean energy transition, costing investors almost $193B: IEFFA
June 7, 2019 -
Wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes: How utilities are preparing for a summer of storms
June 6, 2019 -
Report: PG&E considers $11B fund to settle wildfire claims
June 6, 2019 -
ISO-NE will require wind, intermittent hydro to bid into day-ahead energy markets
June 6, 2019 -
DTE takes on customer range anxiety with electric vehicle incentives, education plan
June 5, 2019 -
California regulators weigh actions to expand storage, demand response roles in state's grid
June 4, 2019 -
California ISO to launch reliability coordinator service in July, as NERC certifies operation
June 4, 2019 -
DC regulators should direct Pepco to consider non-wires grid solutions: SEPA
June 3, 2019 -
DOE: Geothermal generation could reach 60 GW by 2050, with tech improvements
June 3, 2019 -
New York utilities increasingly embrace non-wires alternatives as ConEd forges the path
May 31, 2019 -
California regulators approve utility wildfire mitigation plans; PUC president to step down
May 31, 2019 -
Utah lays claim to world's largest renewable storage project
May 31, 2019 -
Nevada follows Hawaii, moves toward performance-based ratemaking
May 30, 2019 -
California wildfire commission recommends easing liability rules for utilities
May 30, 2019 -
What's the value of energy storage? Minnesota aims to find out
May 29, 2019 -
GM, Bechtel plan thousands of fast charging stations across US
May 29, 2019 -
Advanced technology revenues could grow $65B if market barriers removed: AEE
May 28, 2019 -
Tri-State rebuffs Guzman Energy offer to replace 3 coal plants mostly with renewables
May 28, 2019 -
Hawaii adopts performance-based rate tools to accelerate clean energy transition
May 28, 2019 -
Florida regulators OK utility use of tax savings to pay for hurricane damages
May 24, 2019 -
States squandering $3B VW settlement fund with lack of EV focus: report
May 24, 2019 -
Xcel, Boulder to settle lawsuit; City agrees to dissolve utility
May 24, 2019 -
FPL starts building 750 MW of new solar on its way to 2 GW by 2020
May 24, 2019 -
Utilities have multiple ways to drive lower energy use — on Pecan Street, only price matters
May 23, 2019 -
Eversource turns to non-wires solution in outage-plagued New Hampshire town
May 23, 2019 -
PG&E to bury distribution lines serving fire-ravaged Paradise, California
May 23, 2019 -
Carbon capture advocates, lawmakers call for effective 45Q tax credit implementation
May 22, 2019 -
Murkowski questions need for renewables tax credits
May 22, 2019 -
SCE rolls out $356M charging program to spur electric trucks, buses and other large vehicles
May 21, 2019 -
NRG Energy advances retail expansion with $300M Stream Energy acquisition
May 21, 2019 -
AEP, Honda partner to test vehicle-grid integration with used EV batteries
May 21, 2019 -
Colorado gives utilities one year to file transportation electrification plans
May 20, 2019 -
Facebook to pay half of $85 million New Mexico transmission line under new order
May 20, 2019 -
New York updates price signals to recognize full value, spur distributed energy resources
May 17, 2019 -
PG&E, Dominion, 11 other major companies push carbon tax in new climate initiative
May 17, 2019 -
California concludes PG&E responsible for state's deadliest wildfire
May 16, 2019 -
DOE proposal to roll back lightbulb efficiency puts billions in energy savings on the line
May 15, 2019 -
Charge stations are pain point as Pepco asks DC to reconsider transportation electrification plan
May 15, 2019 -
North Carolina approves Duke's first solar+storage residential microgrid
May 15, 2019 -
OG&E: Coal, cogen plant acquisitions to save customers millions by ending PURPA contracts
May 15, 2019 -
Arizona nears EV plan finish line, but one commissioner rallies in opposition
May 14, 2019 -
San Francisco eyes purchase of PG&E grid assets to increase power independence
May 14, 2019 -
Illinois utilities push cloud computing rules to remove tech investment disincentive
May 13, 2019 -
Smooth operator: PJM credits low Q1 congestion costs to mild weather, cheap fuel
May 13, 2019 -
California electric customers could see rising bills due to wildfires, declining sales: CPUC
May 10, 2019 -
New York to phase out coal by 2020 through strict emissions regulations
May 10, 2019 -
California regulators dig into safety qualifications of new PG&E board
May 9, 2019 -
Moody's developing new system to score companies on carbon transition risk
May 9, 2019 -
Texas grid operator braces for tight supply-demand balance this summer
May 9, 2019 -
Sense targets $41B of 'always on' loads as traditional energy saving measures diminish
May 8, 2019 -
ConEd eases customer DER adoption while gaining data to improve grid planning
May 8, 2019 -
Tendril to acquire EnergySavvy, as utility customer engagement focus grows
May 7, 2019 -
Flat 2018 global renewables growth brings IEA call for policy solutions
May 7, 2019 -
Senate Democrats push tax code overhaul to streamline clean energy incentives
May 6, 2019 -
Nebraska surprise: State poised to become Midwest building efficiency leader
May 6, 2019 -
Michigan regulators approve DTE $273M rate increase, EV pilot, net metering replacement
May 3, 2019 -
Virginia approves $226M suite of Dominion efficiency, DR programs through June 2024
May 3, 2019 -
PG&E faces SEC investigation into public disclosures of wildfire losses
May 3, 2019 -
NYISO: Decarbonization efforts could be slowed without new transmission
May 3, 2019 -
DOJ opens investigation into Kemper plant as Southern warns of possible 'material impact'
May 2, 2019 -
Marijuana prices have collapsed, forcing growers to focus on energy efficiency
May 1, 2019 -
California utilities reject automated demand response incentives for battery storage controls
May 1, 2019 -
In Texas, aggregating public demand is pushing renewables to 'record low prices'
May 1, 2019 -
CPUC directs PG&E to reduce risk of power shut-offs as it mostly OKs utility fire plans
May 1, 2019 -
Tesla cuts solar prices significantly, aims to reduce soft costs of installation
May 1, 2019 -
EIA: Renewables to top coal generation for first time in April/May
April 30, 2019 -
Avista signs on to Western Energy Imbalance Market, projecting more renewables integration
April 30, 2019 -
California PUC proposes guidelines for 'last resort' de-energizations as wildfire season looms
April 30, 2019 -
900 MW Invenergy natural gas plant faces uncertain future in ISO NE
April 29, 2019 -
PG&E revises wildfire mitigation plan to remove hard inspection and improvement deadlines
April 29, 2019 -
California adopts 2030 Preferred System Portfolio with 12 GW new wind, solar, storage, geothermal
April 29, 2019 -
PacifiCorp taps 4 units for potential early retirement in updated coal analysis
April 26, 2019 -
Duke to sell 1.2 GW, $1.25B in renewables assets
April 26, 2019 -
Florida utilities reach storm cost settlement as New York regulators threaten fines
April 25, 2019 -
Iowa regulators clarify EV charging stations not considered utilities
April 25, 2019 -
Oregon directs utilities to show plans for accelerating transportation electrification
April 25, 2019 -
Sempra Energy completes renewables exit with closure of 724 MW AEP wind deal
April 24, 2019 -
New York targets 1.5 TWh of new renewables with latest solicitation
April 24, 2019 -
PG&E asks for higher ROE to fund wildfire safety upgrades
April 23, 2019 -
New York updates distributed solar tariff, clearing path for 1 GW of new generation
April 23, 2019 -
Virginia entry to regional GHG initiative blocked as governor declines to veto budget language
April 23, 2019 -
Duke solar procurement taps 602 MW with first projects from 2017 North Carolina renewables law
April 22, 2019 -
Iowa House jumps on EV registration fee trend as solution to lower gas tax revenue
April 22, 2019 -
Environmentalists push SWEPCO to show value of coal in its IRP
April 18, 2019 -
Tucson Electric proposal would maintain efficiency funding
April 18, 2019 -
SEPA: Transactive energy can support grid modernization, DER coordination
April 18, 2019 -
Utility customer service offerings get digital upgrades
April 17, 2019 -
Montana House unexpectedly rejects bill to save Colstrip coal plant
April 17, 2019 -
Navigant: Residential DR will triple by 2028, global capacity to top 47 GW
April 17, 2019 -
NYISO approves 'historic' transmission to boost transfer capability to 900 MW
April 17, 2019 -
Most MISO zones clear planning auction at $2.99/MW-day
April 16, 2019 -
Vistra, greens at odds over Illinois solar+storage bill that would preserve coal plants
April 16, 2019 -
Iowa bill to hike distributed solar fees stalls after Senate passage
April 16, 2019 -
PG&E shares jump as California report advocates wildfire liability changes
April 15, 2019 -
Calpine sells 2 gas-fired plants to Starwood Energy
April 15, 2019 -
Colorado passes bill to avoid urban-rural divide on EV chargers
April 12, 2019 -
Apple suppliers help tech giant exceed clean energy goal
April 12, 2019 -
Southern California Edison requests higher ROE, citing wildfire risks
April 12, 2019 -
Bipartisan group of lawmakers proposes extending tax credits for electric, fuel cell vehicles
April 11, 2019 -
Montana approves bill to allow utility power sales to EV charging stations
April 11, 2019 -
What role for utilities in deploying public EV chargers, Wisconsin PSC asks
April 11, 2019 -
California utilities support centralized renewables procurement proposal, but urge caution
April 10, 2019 -
Montana AMI bill moves past policy 'animosity', eases state into smart meter technology
April 10, 2019 -
Enel X inks exclusive deal with Ameren, will provide 100 MW demand response
April 10, 2019 -
Global energy demand sees biggest increase this decade, with gas the fuel of choice: IEA
April 9, 2019 -
Minnesota advances on performance-based rates, asks what metrics to consider
April 9, 2019 -
Eversource advances Cape Cod battery project, defers 13-mile distribution line
April 8, 2019 -
ISO-NE considers new seasonal forward market to improve energy security
April 8, 2019 -
Southwest Power Pool considers launching alternative to CAISO energy imbalance market
April 5, 2019 -
States can grow battery resources with 'one simple step,' report finds
April 5, 2019 -
Idaho Power claims one of lowest-priced solar deals at 2.2 cents/kWh
April 4, 2019 -
PG&E taps new CEO, 10 directors to lead utility through bankruptcy
April 4, 2019 -
Moody's: Ire toward PG&E means change to California fire liability rules unlikely
April 4, 2019 -
Chugach Electric files for state approval of $1B Alaska muni purchase
April 4, 2019 -
New control technologies lower microgrid costs, ease renewables integration
April 3, 2019 -
Safety report: PG&E still takes 'reactive' approach to wildfire risks
April 3, 2019 -
NYPA initiative targets quicker commercialization path for storage, EV startups
April 3, 2019 -
DTE accelerates carbon reduction efforts by 10 years
April 2, 2019 -
Blockchain could help modernize Nevada's renewables tracking system
April 1, 2019 -
Hawaii regulators approve HECO's $86M grid mod plan, 6 solar + storage projects under $0.10/kWh
March 29, 2019 -
Dominion reverses on counting lost revenue as part of $870M Virginia efficiency spend
March 29, 2019 -
Iowa approves Alliant's scaled-back efficiency program in wake of 2018 law
March 28, 2019 -
Idaho Power targets 100% carbon free energy by 2045, joining the ranks of Xcel
March 28, 2019 -
What happened to the Tesla solar roof?
March 28, 2019 -
PJM 'naive' about GreenHat's FTR default risks: report
March 27, 2019 -
Trump orders better response plans for EMP attacks, outages
March 27, 2019 -
New York rejects NYSEG, RG&E approach to peak shaving program as too severe
March 27, 2019 -
Con Edison pilots new approach to increasing battery storage on its grid
March 26, 2019 -
Dominion makes final decision to close 10 coal and gas-fired units in Virginia
March 26, 2019 -
Emera to sell Maine utility for $1.3B, completing 3-year fundraising plan
March 26, 2019 -
GE sheds 650 MW of renewable assets
March 26, 2019 -
Digitalization beyond data aggregation: NYPA's progress
March 25, 2019 -
As Arizona's EV policy takes shape, demand charges come under focus
March 25, 2019 -
Vermont eyes 'immediate relief' from demand charges for electric vehicle charging
March 22, 2019 -
CAISO: Changes to RMR procurement could keep generators from gaming the system
March 22, 2019 -
Missouri regulators approve $2.3B Grain Belt Express transmission line, but fight not over
March 21, 2019 -
Rocky Mountain Power proposes 600-battery apartment building among trio of Utah DSM projects
March 20, 2019 -
Michigan ALJ proposes solar compromise in DTE rate case
March 11, 2019 -
Duke defends IRP as greens push North Carolina regulators to reassess
March 11, 2019 -
Brattle: Electrification could drive $600B in transmission spending by 2050
March 7, 2019 -
Oregon OKs dual PGE approach to procure renewables for business customers
March 7, 2019 -
Efficiency leads 2019 energy job growth prospects
March 7, 2019 -
DER integration to fuel energy efficiency growth, reports find
March 6, 2019 -
Splitting apart PG&E could hurt California's carbon neutrality goals, Sierra Club says
March 5, 2019 -
AEP launches electric utility tech accelerator to identify 'compelling' startups
March 5, 2019 -
Pennsylvania removes barrier to third-party EV charging station ownership
March 4, 2019 -
Efforts to save largest Western US coal plant stall; December decommissioning on track
March 4, 2019 -
FERC allows storage to access New England real-time energy markets
March 1, 2019 -
New York moves to phase out older peaking plants as it targets 100% clean energy
March 1, 2019 -
PG&E says its equipment probably sparked deadly Camp Fire last year
March 1, 2019 -
Edison takes $1.8B charge for California wildfires, despite no new liability determination
March 1, 2019 -
Newly-elected Arizona commissioner prepares to subpoena APS over political spending
Feb. 28, 2019 -
PG&E disputes allegations it deferred maintenance on transmission line tied to deadly Camp Fire
Feb. 28, 2019 -
How new ideas of mobility will shape public EV charging infrastructure
Feb. 27, 2019 -
California's review of wildfire mitigation plans will be a sprint
Feb. 27, 2019 -
New York utilities propose cybersecurity protocols for third parties
Feb. 27, 2019 -
DTE's wind-only option spurs Michigan regulators to approve revised green pricing program
Feb. 26, 2019 -
Possible reprieve for New Mexico coal plant is a surprise for PNM
Feb. 26, 2019 -
New Orleans finalizes $5M Entergy fine, buoying utility's gas plant plans
Feb. 25, 2019 -
Alabama Power says federal regulations forcing it to close century-old coal plant
Feb. 25, 2019 -
Missouri regulators open docket to tackle EV infrastructure
Feb. 22, 2019 -
Maine settlement could pave way for Canadian hydro in New England
Feb. 22, 2019 -
DTE, Consumers push natural gas redundancy check in fire-driven Michigan energy review
Feb. 21, 2019 -
Split apart PG&E? The utility is open to it, but warns rates would likely rise
Feb. 21, 2019 -
Iowa regulators OK significant cuts in MidAmerican efficiency spending
Feb. 20, 2019 -
Senate bill targets significant savings from gas demand response amid supply challenges
Feb. 19, 2019 -
DOE proposal to change how it sets efficiency standards creates new hurdles, advocates say
Feb. 19, 2019 -
Ameren files $6.3B grid transformation plan with Missouri regulators
Feb. 19, 2019 -
New England efficiency advocates raise alarm over potential capacity market changes
Feb. 15, 2019 -
Pennsylvania prods utility investment in charging as part of EV growth plan
Feb. 15, 2019 -
New Hampshire grid mod proposal recommends 'tempered' approach to AMI
Feb. 14, 2019 -
PGE, NextEra team up for largest wind-solar-storage project in US
Feb. 14, 2019 -
DC eases path for renewable generators as it pursues 100% goal
Feb. 13, 2019 -
Hawaiian Electric works against the clock to add storage, renewables
Feb. 13, 2019 -
Dominion to halve emissions from gas infrastructure in next decade
Feb. 13, 2019 -
Consumers in retail competition markets saved $300B over the past decade, trade group says
Feb. 12, 2019 -
Talking turbines: NREL aims to link wind generators and increase output
Feb. 12, 2019 -
LA scraps plan to rebuild 3 gas plants, moves towards 100% renewable energy
Feb. 12, 2019 -
Hawaii PUC staff proposes performance-based regulation framework
Feb. 11, 2019 -
Iowa proposes rules for commercial, public EV chargers
Feb. 11, 2019 -
With 288 storage and generation projects lined up, California eases interconnection process
Feb. 8, 2019 -
All PG&E customers at risk of proactive shutoffs under proposed fire mitigation plan
Feb. 8, 2019 -
New York regulators move to address Con Edison's moratorium on new gas service
Feb. 8, 2019 -
DOE targets growing cyber threats to more efficient manufacturing
Feb. 7, 2019 -
DOE move to weaken light bulb efficiency standards could cost consumers $12B
Feb. 7, 2019 -
Oncor teams with IBM to streamline vegetation management and reduce outages
Feb. 6, 2019 -
Despite failures, ConEd targets more energy savings from non-wires pioneer BQDM
Feb. 6, 2019 -
Advanced batteries may be only solution for C&I backup power needs: Navigant
Feb. 5, 2019 -
NIPSCO to add 800 MW wind in first steps to coal-free generation
Feb. 5, 2019 -
Atlantic Coast Pipeline delayed to 2020, Dominion adds $1B to cost estimate
Feb. 4, 2019 -
Deloitte: Nation states, organized crime and angry employees threaten utility cybersecurity
Feb. 1, 2019 -
Shell buys charging company Greenlots as oil majors prep for rise of EVs
Feb. 1, 2019 -
GE restructures renewables business to include solar, storage
Jan. 31, 2019 -
Judge says PG&E violated probation, citing 'clear pattern' of fire ignitions
Jan. 31, 2019 -
Bidgely AI platform targets better efficiency, load-shaping solutions for utilities
Jan. 30, 2019 -
Massachusetts approves 3-year efficiency plan with first fuel-switching incentives
Jan. 30, 2019 -
Texas lawmaker pushes for pipeline safety after deadly gas leak explosion
Jan. 30, 2019 -
Southwest Power Pool to launch reliability coordinator service as part of 2019 priorities
Jan. 30, 2019 -
PG&E files for 2nd bankruptcy, ignoring investor pleas
Jan. 29, 2019 -
Consumers Energy begins to experiment with solar-plus-storage
Jan. 29, 2019 -
FERC claims 'concurrent jurisdiction' in PG&E-NextEra bankruptcy dispute
Jan. 28, 2019 -
PacifiCorp delays IRP 4 months, warns analysis of coal data remains in early stages
Jan. 25, 2019 -
Cal Fire concludes PG&E did not cause 2017 Tubbs Fire, sending shares soaring
Jan. 24, 2019 -
NRC's new Fukushima-driven safety rules not designed for the 'real world,' critics say
Jan. 24, 2019 -
PG&E balks at judge's potential $150B probation terms as it faces bankruptcy
Jan. 24, 2019 -
FirstEnergy Solutions reaches restructuring agreement, could emerge from bankruptcy in 2019
Jan. 24, 2019 -
DOE sees role for coal supporting renewables with $38M funding announcement
Jan. 24, 2019 -
PG&E, NextEra face off in bankruptcy-related FERC filings
Jan. 23, 2019 -
VC funding for storage, smart grid and efficiency companies almost doubled last year: Mercom
Jan. 22, 2019 -
Pepco electrification plan anti-competitive, DC ratepayer advocate argues
Jan. 22, 2019 -
Virginia rejects majority of Dominion's $6B grid modernization plan, smart meter rollout
Jan. 18, 2019 -
Federal judge links PG&E's uninsulated power lines to California wildfires
Jan. 18, 2019 -
2018 global clean energy spending falls 8% to $332B, offshore wind rises 14%: BNEF
Jan. 17, 2019 -
Florida Power & Light aims to install more solar panels than any regulated utility
Jan. 17, 2019 -
PGE demand response pilot offers $1/kWh incentive, targets 10X customer participation rate
Jan. 16, 2019 -
Utilities see opportunity in Energy as a Service offerings
Jan. 16, 2019 -
Oregon 10-year plan aims to reduce energy burden, improve efficiency
Jan. 15, 2019 -
SCANA deliberately misled regulators overseeing nuclear project, South Carolina PSC concludes
Jan. 15, 2019 -
Regulators order investigation of Vermont Gas pipeline, amid scrutiny after Massachusetts explosions
Jan. 14, 2019 -
JD Power: Customer satisfaction will hinge on how utilities manage TOU rates
Jan. 14, 2019 -
Colorado could save $2.5B through 2040 by replacing coal with clean energy: report
Jan. 10, 2019 -
2019 Demand Response Outlook: The rise of distributed resources
Jan. 9, 2019 -
Pennsylvania commits to 26% GHG reductions amid federal inaction, US emissions increase
Jan. 9, 2019 -
ERCOT reserve margin declines further as municipality pulls Texas coal peaker
Jan. 9, 2019 -
California IOUs provide solar developers with map to grow renewables
Jan. 8, 2019 -
Before Columbia Gas explosions, report finds thousands of leaks in Massachusetts
Jan. 8, 2019 -
Murder charges unlikely, but PG&E bankruptcy or asset sales are on the table
Jan. 7, 2019 -
Washington state follows California lead on vehicle emissions
Jan. 4, 2019 -
DP&L envisions smart meters in every home, files $576M grid mod plan
Jan. 3, 2019 -
With Hogan 'no' vote, Maryland board rejects Columbia Gas pipeline expansion
Jan. 3, 2019 -
California AG: PG&E could be prosecuted for murder
Jan. 2, 2019 -
As plant retirements stack up, federal efforts to help coal industry grow more urgent
Jan. 2, 2019 -
As California considers breaking up PG&E, utility 'open to a range of solutions'
Dec. 28, 2018 -
Arizona adopts new EV policy to spur new rate designs, pilot programs from utilities
Dec. 21, 2018 -
NV energy plan to add 100 MW storage, 1 GW renewables gets PUC approval
Dec. 21, 2018 -
Massachusetts imposes gas safety protocols on National Grid following overpressurization incident
Dec. 20, 2018 -
New Jersey moves to end solar RECs, take next steps toward 100% renewables
Dec. 20, 2018 -
Regional initiative to reduce transportation emissions would mirror RGGI
Dec. 19, 2018 -
NYPA board approves $600M credit line for efficiency projects as utility targets double
Dec. 19, 2018 -
New York approves 'innovative' Con Edison pricing pilot with dual recruitment strategies
Dec. 17, 2018 -
South Carolina regulators approve Dominion acquisition of SCANA
Dec. 17, 2018 -
Colorado adopts rule to include storage in utility planning
Dec. 14, 2018 -
NERC: Winter preparedness initiatives will help keep lights on in northern US
Dec. 14, 2018 -
A study examined why customers remain in TOU programs, and the results were terrible
Dec. 12, 2018 -
US unprepared for 'catastrophic' power outage, presidential advisory report finds
Dec. 12, 2018 -
Ameren's latest drone use demonstrates future of transmission line monitoring
Dec. 11, 2018 -
Georgia Power seeks 540 MW of renewables in final REDI solicitation
Dec. 11, 2018 -
Federal government issues RFP for 'coal plants of the future'
Dec. 10, 2018 -
California sees rule potential to de-energize power lines in wildfire conditions
Dec. 10, 2018 -
Black Hills Energy proposes coal plant purchase amid ongoing closures
Dec. 7, 2018 -
US storage market to reach 3.9 GW, $4.5B by 2023: Wood Mackenzie
Dec. 7, 2018 -
LO3 Energy, eMotorWerks partner to connect EVs to microgrids, optimize renewables
Dec. 6, 2018 -
Iowa approves 591 MW wind for MidAmerican, environmentalists say utility's portfolio is 'misleading'
Dec. 6, 2018 -
Utilities not leveraging 'unique' advantages to address low pension funding: report
Dec. 6, 2018 -
Washington rejects Hydro One's acquisition of Avista, pointing to political, financial risks
Dec. 6, 2018 -
Integration is the next step in demand side management: Here's how 3 utilities are pursuing it
Dec. 5, 2018 -
Texas grid to face tighter electricity reserves this summer: 'Does that scare you?'
Dec. 5, 2018 -
Pot, EVs, data to lead electricity demand growth: Morningstar
Dec. 5, 2018 -
Electric power outages in 2017 doubled in duration: EIA faults large storms
Dec. 4, 2018 -
Even in a carbon-constrained world, fossil fuels remain dominant: WoodMac
Dec. 4, 2018 -
Bellefonte nuclear deal implodes: Private developer sues after TVA cancels sale
Dec. 4, 2018 -
Republican introduces 'technology neutral' tax credit bill to boost energy innovation, efficiency
Dec. 3, 2018 -
Ameren EV charger cost recovery should be tied to EV adoption rates: Missouri public advocate
Dec. 3, 2018 -
Project of the Year: REV Connect
Dec. 3, 2018 -
Report: 42% of global coal capacity now unprofitable
Nov. 30, 2018 -
California ISO sketches path to day-ahead trading in Energy Imbalance Market
Nov. 30, 2018 -
SDG&E urges quick action by California Supreme Court on wildfire cost recovery
Nov. 30, 2018 -
PG&E explains decision not to cut power ahead of Camp Fire
Nov. 29, 2018 -
ISO-NE anticipates adequate winter resources, but sees 4 possible challenges
Nov. 28, 2018 -
Smart meter deployments slow as questions emerge over cost effectiveness, saturation
Nov. 28, 2018 -
Invenergy: Loss of New England capacity contract won't affect proposed gas plant
Nov. 28, 2018 -
Florida Power & Light closes in on acquisition of Vero Beach utility
Nov. 28, 2018 -
Nuclear industry pouring money into Georgia PSC runoff
Nov. 27, 2018 -
Legislation aims to shield PG&E from fire liability: 'Bankruptcy is not an option'
Nov. 27, 2018 -
Energy storage industry pushes for clarity on tax credit eligibility
Nov. 27, 2018 -
SCANA agrees to settle $2B class action suit over nuclear costs
Nov. 26, 2018 -
ComEd time-of-use pilot will test importance of price certainty
Nov. 26, 2018 -
Energy efficiency can save the world — if we can figure out how to pay for it
Nov. 21, 2018 -
Dominion offers 15% rate cut in updated bid to acquire SCANA
Nov. 21, 2018 -
GE, Juhl partner for first commercial solar-wind hybrid generation project
Nov. 21, 2018 -
New Jersey moves ahead on nuke subsidies, approving ZEC application process
Nov. 21, 2018 -
Utilities' holiday efficiency tips are the gift that keeps on saving
Nov. 21, 2018 -
New York announces $250M electric vehicle corridor, DC fast charger rollout
Nov. 20, 2018 -
NextEra buys San Francisco transmission cable for $1B
Nov. 20, 2018 -
Entergy Arkansas to phase out 1 gas, 2 coal plants in Clean Air Act settlement
Nov. 20, 2018 -
Connecticut moves to keep Dominion's Millstone nuclear plant afloat
Nov. 20, 2018 -
NY simplifies interconnection standards to ensure 'robust' clean energy pipeline: PSC chair
Nov. 19, 2018 -
NTSB faults NiSource for deadly Massachusetts gas explosions
Nov. 19, 2018 -
Customer demand drives SRP to add 1 GW new solar by 2025
Nov. 19, 2018 -
S&P: Utility financials largely stable, growth outlook uncertain
Nov. 19, 2018 -
Tesla, GM, ChargePoint and other EV interests press Congress to continue federal tax credit
Nov. 15, 2018 -
Big tech companies are becoming the top buyers of green energy to meet data needs: BNEF
Nov. 15, 2018 -
As smart meters proliferate, a new kind of demand response becomes entrenched
Nov. 14, 2018 -
DOE to fund 'Coal FIRST' initiative, critics say it's political not practical
Nov. 14, 2018 -
AEP to spend $2.7B on renewables, $24.9B on T&D in next 5 years
Nov. 13, 2018 -
Amazon turns to Tesla for battery storage at UK distribution centers
Nov. 13, 2018 -
Report offers 10 options to preserve utility role amid clean energy transition
Nov. 12, 2018 -
FirstEnergy reaches settlement to invest $500M in grid modernization
Nov. 12, 2018 -
Duke, Dominion issue $1.3B in green bonds
Nov. 12, 2018 -
Northwestern Energy eyes lower costs as it joins CAISO Energy Imbalance Market
Nov. 12, 2018 -
PG&E mimics smart phone data plans with EV charging rate proposal
Nov. 9, 2018 -
35% of US nuclear plants face early retirement: Union of Concerned Scientists
Nov. 9, 2018 -
NantEnergy acquires Sharp Electronics energy services, storage business
Nov. 9, 2018 -
Exelon, PSEG have highest business risk among 34 utilities in Moody's report
Nov. 8, 2018 -
Clean energy ballot initiatives fare better at local than state level
Nov. 8, 2018 -
National Grid launches venture capital arm with DER, other investments
Nov. 8, 2018 -
BNEF raises forecast for global battery deployment to $1.2T by 2040
Nov. 6, 2018 -
Tesla community storage pilot launches 3 months early in Australia
Nov. 6, 2018 -
ISO New England unveils new initiatives to enhance winter reliability
Nov. 6, 2018 -
Lower Rocky Mountain Power efficiency targets put trade-off with renewables into focus
Nov. 6, 2018 -
PG&E defends planned outages as 'last resort' tool to prevent wildfires
Nov. 5, 2018 -
Virginia approves Dominion $300M offshore wind pilot, despite ratepayer concerns
Nov. 5, 2018 -
Xcel, Boulder agree on separation details in march towards municipal utility
Nov. 5, 2018 -
Dominion will sell its Blue Racer JV for $1.5B
Nov. 2, 2018 -
4 state ballot initiatives the utility sector will watch on Election Day
Nov. 2, 2018 -
PSEG's advanced metering plan would replace 2.2M meters by 2024
Nov. 2, 2018 -
NV Energy questions need for Nevada storage target
Nov. 2, 2018 -
SoCal Edison says its equipment 'may have led' to deadly 2017 Thomas fire
Nov. 1, 2018 -
New Orleans fines Entergy $5M over actors paid to support gas plant
Nov. 1, 2018 -
Virginia advances stricter carbon emissions cap rule
Oct. 31, 2018 -
ICF: Natural gas infrastructure resilient to storms, but improvements can be made
Oct. 31, 2018 -
Blink, Hubject partner to advance EV-charging network communications
Oct. 30, 2018 -
ISO-NE looks to incorporate storage into real-time energy markets
Oct. 30, 2018 -
Duke Energy plans to offer nonresidential solar leases in North Carolina
Oct. 30, 2018 -
Connecticut can use efficiency funds to cover budget shortfall, court rules
Oct. 30, 2018 -
Western states explore standards for DC Fast Charger stations
Oct. 29, 2018 -
California regulators moving quickly to review utility fire mitigation plans
Oct. 29, 2018 -
Dominion proposes to buy SCANA with larger rate cut, no up-front refunds
Oct. 29, 2018 -
Kentucky coal plant to close, latest among accelerating shutdowns
Oct. 26, 2018 -
Missouri regulators greenlight 400 MW Ameren wind project
Oct. 26, 2018 -
San Diego chooses community aggregation path to 100% renewables
Oct. 26, 2018 -
LA led way to leveraging EV RFPs, more cities follow with renewables
Oct. 25, 2018 -
Dominion seeks bids for 500 MW Virginia wind, solar as first step to 3 GW goal
Oct. 25, 2018 -
NextEra: Wind will be competitive after PTC sunset due to price declines
Oct. 24, 2018 -
Puerto Rico considers move to 100% renewables, ending PREPA monopoly
Oct. 24, 2018 -
Omaha Public Power District mulls 50% renewables, carbon intensity goals
Oct. 24, 2018 -
FirstEnergy West Virginia coal plant staves off 2019 deactivation
Oct. 22, 2018 -
Advocates warn New Jersey solar market could collapse again
Oct. 22, 2018 -
Emails show Arizona regulator Olson copied utility talking points on rooftop solar
Oct. 19, 2018 -
NY regulators weigh proposals to enhance distributed generation
Oct. 19, 2018 -
Report: Co-op plans exit from Tri-State G&T, concerned by lack of clean energy
Oct. 19, 2018 -
Indiana needs 9.3 GW new resources by 2035, critics want more transparency
Oct. 18, 2018 -
Xcel, Duke unveil $35M of EV investments in Minnesota, South Carolina
Oct. 17, 2018 -
Nissan, EDF Energy to test second-life EV batteries in demand response applications
Oct. 17, 2018 -
PJM launches independent investigation into GreenHat default
Oct. 17, 2018 -
Portland General Electric to develop 'smart grids' in 3 Oregon towns
Oct. 16, 2018 -
Massachusetts regulators order Columbia Gas to halt all non-essential work
Oct. 16, 2018 -
Federal regulators approve transfer of Vermont Yankee nuke for decommissioning
Oct. 16, 2018 -
Nevada considers blockchain to track renewable credits
Oct. 15, 2018 -
California requires utilities to address pipeline methane leaks
Oct. 15, 2018 -
Grid Mod: Transactive and distributed tech demand a new approach
Oct. 15, 2018 -
Electric Vehicles: The Swiss army knife of the grid
Oct. 15, 2018 -
DOE: Efficiency partnership with US manufacturers is saving billions
Oct. 13, 2018 -
California decision means higher costs for community choice programs
Oct. 12, 2018 -
Google: Powering data centers with clean energy 24/7 'no easy feat'
Oct. 12, 2018 -
Hawaiian Electric plans 7 solar+storage projects, adding 260 MW solar
Oct. 11, 2018 -
Duke Energy to spend $500M on battery storage in next 15 years
Oct. 11, 2018 -
New tool helps states identify EV policies that work, and those that don't
Oct. 11, 2018 -
AEP to shutter 1,590 MW Ohio coal plant two years ahead of schedule
Oct. 10, 2018 -
After another overpressurization, Massachusetts regulators call halt to work on gas system
Oct. 10, 2018 -
Westmoreland Chapter 11 marks 4th major US coal company to declare bankruptcy
Oct. 10, 2018 -
Regulators trim Kentucky Utilities' demand management programs
Oct. 9, 2018 -
GE sells $1B portfolio of energy assets
Oct. 9, 2018 -
Federal regulators OK $6B CenterPoint-Vectren merger
Oct. 9, 2018 -
Arizona regulator wants to adopt 80% clean energy plan before gas moratorium ends
Oct. 8, 2018 -
Dominion, SCANA inch closer to merger with North Carolina PSC staff deal
Oct. 8, 2018 -
Trump administration tackles pipeline cybersecurity
Oct. 5, 2018 -
Illinois regulators seek to appease greens, Vistra with coal plant emission rules
Oct. 5, 2018 -
Con Ed plans renewable gas, LNG storage facilities amid pipeline constraints
Oct. 5, 2018 -
Russian hackers indicted for targeting nuclear firm Westinghouse Electric
Oct. 5, 2018 -
States spent $400M more last year on energy efficiency, ACEEE finds
Oct. 5, 2018 -
After Massachusetts explosions, Columbia Gas to pay for customers to switch heating systems
Oct. 4, 2018 -
Duke to install 530 EV chargers in Florida, study grid integration
Oct. 4, 2018 -
DOE awards $28M to 11 cybersecurity projects
Oct. 3, 2018 -
FERC authorizes expansion of US-Mexico pipeline
Oct. 3, 2018 -
Virginia 10-year energy plan includes 5 GW of renewables, EVs, grid modernization
Oct. 3, 2018 -
PJM: FirstEnergy can shut 4 GW of fossil plants without harming reliability
Oct. 2, 2018 -
ISO-NE to focus on market solutions for winter energy security in 2019
Oct. 2, 2018 -
Johnson Controls, ConEd subsidiary partner to grow energy storage
Oct. 2, 2018 -
New solar hybrid combines energy storage with record system efficiency
Oct. 1, 2018 -
Westar rate cut gets Kansas OK, but new solar demand charge could hike bills
Oct. 1, 2018 -
DTE accelerates gas line replacements to cut methane emissions 80% by 2040
Oct. 1, 2018 -
DOE moves to slash cost of carbon capture for coal-fired power plants
Oct. 1, 2018 -
PSEG unveils 6-year clean energy plan, spending $2.8B on energy efficiency
Sept. 28, 2018 -
Massachusetts launches solar incentive program to develop 1.6 GW
Sept. 28, 2018 -
Nevada approves 4-part plan to integrate more DER
Sept. 27, 2018 -
New Tendril home platform aims to capitalize on rising grid connections
Sept. 27, 2018 -
Columbia Gas explosions prompt Massachusetts to hire gas system evaluator
Sept. 27, 2018 -
Utilities, carmakers launch campaign to cut US transportation energy use 50% by 2050
Sept. 26, 2018 -
NuScale sees 'pivotal' step in selecting manufacturer for small modular reactor
Sept. 26, 2018 -
TVA not violating Clean Water Act at Gallatin coal ash pond, 6th Circuit rules
Sept. 26, 2018 -
EVgo's new modular design could speed charging station deployment
Sept. 25, 2018 -
Dominion to sell its stakes in 3 merchant plants for $1.3B
Sept. 25, 2018 -
As residential energy storage booms, LG enters market with expandable battery
Sept. 25, 2018 -
Solar trade groups roll out tool to streamline permitting, interconnection
Sept. 25, 2018 -
New York will continue assisting Puerto Rico with power grid modernization
Sept. 24, 2018 -
ISO-NE asks FERC to cancel capacity contract with Invenergy, putting plant at risk
Sept. 24, 2018 -
NiSource subsidiary announces plan to end coal use within 10 years
Sept. 21, 2018 -
AEP Ohio files plans to develop 900 MW of solar, wind
Sept. 21, 2018 -
Navajo Generating Station buyer backs out, putting coal plant future in doubt
Sept. 21, 2018 -
Connecticut utilities steel themselves for successful cyber intrusions
Sept. 20, 2018 -
Jacksonville asks FERC to intervene, wants out of Vogtle agreement
Sept. 19, 2018 -
Utilities embrace growing applications of demand response: SEPA snapshot
Sept. 19, 2018 -
Energy efficiency is fundamentally undervalued, RMI finds
Sept. 19, 2018 -
EV charging providers scale up amid a 'revolution in transportation'
Sept. 18, 2018 -
Southwest Power Pool signs up utilities for its reliability coordinator services
Sept. 18, 2018 -
NYPA to create real‑time simulation model of New York's transmission system
Sept. 18, 2018 -
Vogtle nuke faces new vote as muni lawsuit puts construction at risk
Sept. 14, 2018 -
Report: Solar industry rebounds from tariff uncertainty
Sept. 14, 2018 -
Duke shuts down Brunswick nuclear plant ahead of Hurricane Florence
Sept. 13, 2018 -
AltaGas to sell 3 California gas plants to private equity firm
Sept. 13, 2018 -
New Hampshire to use $4.6M of VW settlement to build EV infrastructure
Sept. 13, 2018 -
Washington munis oppose second ballot initiative for taxing carbon
Sept. 13, 2018 -
APS rolls out 3 new customer-sited storage and efficiency programs
Sept. 12, 2018 -
Washington judge allows PacifiCorp to keep coal study under wraps
Sept. 12, 2018 -
SCE floats new wildfire grid upgrades after passage of California law
Sept. 12, 2018 -
Tucson Electric Power joins fight against Arizona's 50% renewables ballot initiative
Sept. 11, 2018 -
Under new Iowa law, MidAmerican proposes to cut efficiency spending by 60%
Sept. 11, 2018 -
APS expands rooftop solar reach with new limited-income program
Sept. 11, 2018 -
Duke 15-year plans lean heavy on gas to replace coal
Sept. 10, 2018 -
Pepco unveils $15M transportation electrification program for DC
Sept. 10, 2018 -
Texas municipality mothballs 470 MW of coal for the winter
Sept. 7, 2018 -
California EV integration strategy to focus on cost efficiency, cybersecurity
Sept. 7, 2018 -
Greenlots to demo real-time interaction between EV charging and power grid
Sept. 6, 2018 -
Massachusetts high court backs state's authority to limit greenhouse gas emissions
Sept. 6, 2018 -
Sonnen aims to unify all aspects of the smart home
Sept. 6, 2018 -
Electricity generation drives need for natural gas demand response
Sept. 5, 2018 -
US residential storage capacity sees 317% growth
Sept. 5, 2018 -
Arizona Supreme Court rules 50% renewables initiative will appear on ballot
Sept. 4, 2018 -
NRG completes sale of renewables platform to GIP
Sept. 4, 2018 -
New Jersey regulators open docket to shape nuclear subsidies
Sept. 4, 2018 -
Distributed solar saved ISO-NE consumers $20M during July heatwave, report says
Aug. 31, 2018 -
As Kentucky regulators reject smart meter plans, troubling trend continues for AMI
Aug. 31, 2018 -
Iowa to extend wind power lead as Invenergy plans 400 MW
Aug. 31, 2018 -
OG&E declines to renew coal PPA, potentially forcing Oklahoma plant to close
Aug. 30, 2018 -
FirstEnergy to retire more than 4 GW of PJM coal plant capacity
Aug. 30, 2018 -
Report: Utilities tab for Hurricane Harvey recovery, hardening tops $500M
Aug. 30, 2018 -
Facebook says it is 2 years away from 100% renewable energy
Aug. 29, 2018 -
Newly-vacated hydro dam operation license creates quandry for Alabama Power
Aug. 29, 2018 -
LBNL: Wind prices at record lows but future installations remain uncertain
Aug. 29, 2018 -
MISO previews storage changes, enacts five-minute energy market settlements
Aug. 27, 2018 -
Eversource completes sale of New Hampshire hydro plants
Aug. 27, 2018 -
Rhode Island approves National Grid modernization plan, rate increase
Aug. 27, 2018 -
Vistra Energy to close small waste coal plant in PJM
Aug. 27, 2018 -
RMI: Declining cost of renewables could save Tri-State customers $600M
Aug. 27, 2018 -
Oklahoma AG opinion clears way for third-party solar ownership
Aug. 27, 2018 -
TVA to raise rates, will consider closing older coal plants
Aug. 24, 2018 -
Pennsylvania regulators seek alternative ratemaking proposals from utilities
Aug. 24, 2018 -
Court ruling a setback for EPA efforts to undermine coal ash rule
Aug. 23, 2018 -
PNM looks to join CAISO Energy Imbalance Market
Aug. 23, 2018 -
DTE begins work on $1B Michigan gas plant
Aug. 23, 2018 -
Thermal energy storage drops refrigerated warehouse's peak demand by 29%
Aug. 22, 2018 -
Pennsylvania industrial energy users say follow Minnesota on rate design
Aug. 22, 2018 -
Duke moves to stop FirstEnergy Solutions from exiting Ohio co-op
Aug. 22, 2018 -
US military pushes clean energy with largest on-base battery
Aug. 22, 2018 -
Smart meter readings are a valid 'warrantless search,' court rules
Aug. 21, 2018 -
Lawmakers unlikely to give California utilities slack in wildfire liability rules, LA Times reports
Aug. 21, 2018 -
Updated NRC cybersecurity guidance highlights printers, copiers as hacker entry points
Aug. 21, 2018 -
Michigan coal closures prod small muni to go 100% renewables
Aug. 20, 2018 -
Construction pause gives momentum to Atlantic Coast Pipeline legal challenges
Aug. 20, 2018 -
AEP rolls out $10M Ohio EV infrastructure incentive program
Aug. 20, 2018 -
New Mexico hearing officer recommends striking 'standby fee' for some solar customers
Aug. 17, 2018 -
Arizona regulators determine signatures valid on 50% renewables ballot initiative
Aug. 17, 2018 -
New York studies European offshore wind industry to inform development plans
Aug. 17, 2018 -
Potential buyer would operate Navajo Generating Station at less than half capacity
Aug. 16, 2018 -
FirstEnergy takes reluctant step toward 3 nuclear plant closures
Aug. 16, 2018 -
PacifiCorp, Sierra Club head to court over confidential coal fleet study
Aug. 16, 2018 -
Canadian utility buys US hydropower producer for $300M
Aug. 15, 2018 -
Lawmakers skeptical of Gov. Brown's plan to alter California wildfire liability rules
Aug. 14, 2018 -
Missouri court overrules regulators, finds PSC has jurisdiction over EV charging stations
Aug. 14, 2018 -
Newly-released emails spark transparency concerns among California regulators
Aug. 14, 2018 -
Florida grid hardening is working, PSC hurricane report concludes
Aug. 13, 2018 -
Michigan utilities propose more than $20M in EV charging programs
Aug. 13, 2018 -
New energy efficiency financing approach vies for grand prize in New York competition
Aug. 8, 2018 -
Berkeley lab challenges grid community to improve interoperability
Aug. 6, 2018 -
How low can solar prices go? GTM predicts under $15/MWh in 2022
Aug. 6, 2018 -
Alliant plans to eliminate coal, cut emissions 80% by 2050
Aug. 3, 2018 -
As California customer choice options expand, regulators work to ensure grid costs are equitable
Aug. 3, 2018 -
Judge declines to block Arizona 50% renewables initiative, but risks remain
Aug. 3, 2018 -
Recent heat wave provides stress test for US renewables integration
Aug. 2, 2018 -
Puerto Rico utility's new deal to relieve about $9B of debt
Aug. 1, 2018 -
Efficiency advocates fear Trump administration may try to roll back light bulb standards
Aug. 1, 2018 -
Honda offers demand response charging program to EV drivers
Aug. 1, 2018 -
Holtec to buy three nuclear plants, greatly accelerate decommissioning
Aug. 1, 2018 -
Macquarie Infrastructure to sell New Jersey gas plant for $900M
Aug. 1, 2018 -
California ISO enters must-run contracts, approves measures to shore up reliability
July 31, 2018 -
Idaho approves $2 billion, 1,150 MW in wind projects
July 31, 2018 -
New York to consider enhancing payments for distributed generation
July 31, 2018 -
California approves revised San Onofre closure settlement, saving customers $750M
July 30, 2018 -
Colorado regulators press forward with Black Hills TOU pilot
July 27, 2018 -
Massachusetts utilities sign contracts to import Canadian hydropower
July 27, 2018 -
Dominion targets 3 GW of wind and solar, $870M efficiency spending in grid mod plan
July 27, 2018 -
Green groups come out against Nevada retail choice ballot measure
July 27, 2018 -
If a major coal plant goes down and no one notices, can it impact reliability?
July 26, 2018 -
Indiana cost consumers $140M by nixing efficiency program, AEC says
July 26, 2018 -
FERC clears Atlantic Coast Pipeline for construction in North Carolina
July 26, 2018 -
California Gov. Brown proposes reducing utility wildfire liability
July 26, 2018 -
Aging grids drive $51B in annual utility distribution spending
July 25, 2018 -
APS-backed group challenges 50% renewables ballot measure in court
July 25, 2018 -
California county brings in a ringer to champion the return of local net metering
July 24, 2018 -
Beyond weatherization: Are utilities doing enough to engage low-income customers?
July 24, 2018 -
Report: SCANA, Dominion offered $1,500 refunds to escape Summer rate cut
July 24, 2018 -
Tesla batteries save $500K for Green Mountain Power through hot-weather peak shaving
July 23, 2018 -
Vermont PUC seeks alternative ratemaking proposals to boost renewables
July 23, 2018 -
Western RTO could save California $1.5B per year by 2030, report says
July 23, 2018 -
Analyst: Global solar industry will contract this year
July 23, 2018 -
NERC to beef up, prioritize cyber incident reporting under new rule
July 20, 2018 -
Peak Reliability to call it quits in 2019
July 20, 2018 -
Report: DOE bailout for coal, nuclear plants could cost $34B
July 19, 2018 -
Missouri Supreme Court gives new life to $2B Grain Belt Express transmission project
July 19, 2018 -
Earliest New York will have carbon price is Q2 2021, NYISO says
July 19, 2018 -
Trump administration weakens coal ash rule
July 19, 2018 -
As technology upends grid fundamentals, is load forecasting a crapshoot?
July 18, 2018 -
FERC climate policy faces new challenge at DC Circuit Court
July 18, 2018 -
Amid heat wave, ERCOT posts new July peak demand record
July 17, 2018 -
Report: Dominion aims to sell pair of gas-fired plants for $1.5B
July 17, 2018 -
Duke nixes 500 MW wind buy over transmission cost concerns
July 17, 2018 -
Eversource asks regulators to reconsider Northern Pass transmission project, gas pipeline
July 16, 2018 -
California regulators approve 2nd SoCal Ed pilot to test DER over gas
July 16, 2018 -
New York regulators approve higher crypto mining rates for municipal utility
July 16, 2018 -
NRG abandons plan to repower Dunkirk coal plant
July 13, 2018 -
Hawaii opens microgrid tariff proceeding to spur customer adoption
July 13, 2018 -
Rising renewables, falling gas propel California past carbon reduction goal
July 13, 2018 -
DC considering 100% renewable by 2032, but no carbon tax
July 12, 2018 -
SRP launches smart thermostat pilot to manage peak demand
July 12, 2018 -
Pennsylvania draft plan calls for 11 GW in-state solar
July 12, 2018 -
Missouri delays closing Asbury coal plant, advances scaled-back wind program
July 12, 2018 -
In a rush to modernize the grid, utilities are finding new ways to innovate
July 11, 2018 -
New York power users fear paying twice for clean energy attributes
July 11, 2018 -
EVgo reduces grid demand with used BMW batteries
July 11, 2018 -
Exelon to spend $140M for FirstEnergy Solutions retail power business
July 11, 2018 -
NYPA applies predictive monitoring strategy to transmission assets
July 10, 2018 -
EVs could drive 38% rise in US electricity demand, DOE lab finds
July 10, 2018 -
Dominion threatens Millstone closure if plant shut out of support program
July 10, 2018 -
Despite renewables gains, gas leads new US generation
July 8, 2018 -
Berkeley lab turns out comprehensive estimate of efficiency cost — and it's cheap
July 7, 2018 -
Arizona regulator seeks efficient path for 80% clean energy rule
July 7, 2018 -
California lawmakers push 100% clean energy bill closer to governor's desk
July 6, 2018 -
First Great Lakes offshore wind project scores tentative Ohio approval
July 6, 2018 -
Hawaii far from 100% renewables — but running ahead of schedule, state finds
July 5, 2018 -
DOE funds fossil fuel generation cybersecurity, operational enhancements
July 5, 2018 -
California to consider changing rules for utility wildfire liability
July 5, 2018 -
Reliability coordinator shakeup continues as Midwest group expands boundaries
July 5, 2018 -
EPA finds 20 states don't need more ozone pollution reductions to be 'good neighbors'
July 3, 2018 -
Nevada regulators approve NV Energy's first EV infrastructure program
July 3, 2018 -
NRC employees fear reprisals when raising issues, leaked commission study shows
July 3, 2018 -
New Pennsylvania law allows PPL to press for decoupling of sales and revenues
July 2, 2018 -
North Carolina AG to challenge Duke rate decision as utility weighs appeal
July 2, 2018 -
FERC rejects PJM capacity market reform proposals, seeks quick resolution
June 30, 2018 -
Supreme Court Justice Kennedy's retirement promises huge battle for greens, others
June 29, 2018 -
Missouri approves 100% renewable tariff for Ameren's large customers
June 29, 2018 -
Avangrid's $2.5B Northeast resiliency program puts emphasis on trees
June 28, 2018 -
Hawaii microgrid bill aims to keep the state a model for others
June 27, 2018 -
Dynamic Grid Systems will rebuild a small Maine utility from the ground up
June 27, 2018 -
SoCal Edison files $760M plan to significantly expand EV charging infrastructure
June 27, 2018 -
Wärtsilä, Hyundai to partner on second-life EV batteries for storage
June 27, 2018 -
10th in energy efficiency, US is falling in rank because of Trump's policies, ACEEE says
June 26, 2018 -
GE streamlines focus on renewables, gas turbines and power services
June 26, 2018 -
Leap gets about 45% of California's latest demand response auction award
June 26, 2018 -
Fuel cost risk sharing order for Hawaiian Electric seen as 'landmark' clean energy driver
June 26, 2018 -
New Jersey to end solar credit program, develop alternative support
June 25, 2018 -
Arizona commissioner prepares to file 80% clean energy rule
June 25, 2018 -
Kauai utility moves ahead with Tesla, AES storage on road to 70% renewables
June 25, 2018 -
North Carolina regulators issue rare rebuke to Duke with rate denial
June 25, 2018 -
Amid national debate over grid security, NERC says reliability is improving
June 22, 2018 -
PJM: Capacity Performance rules improved generator results, though less for coal and oil
June 22, 2018 -
Exelon, First Solar back bipartisan national carbon tax plan
June 21, 2018 -
PG&E to record $2.5B charge for California wildfires — and warns it could get worse
June 21, 2018 -
Colorado regulators boost Xcel efficiency target 25%
June 21, 2018 -
DOE: Puerto Rico has plenty of options for new generation
June 20, 2018 -
ZEV market entering 'new phase of development,' says 9-state coalition
June 20, 2018 -
Blink eyes significant EV charging expansion via smart streetlights
June 20, 2018 -
World on track for 50% renewables by 2050, says Bloomberg energy outlook
June 19, 2018 -
Ameren taps Tendril to reduce Illinois consumer energy demand
June 19, 2018 -
US, EU research further integrates solar and storage
June 19, 2018 -
As EPA approves Oklahoma coal ash program, researchers find widespread contamination
June 19, 2018 -
Maine finds marijuana growers too risky for energy efficiency grants
June 19, 2018 -
Vistra plans largest energy storage project in Texas
June 19, 2018 -
Reports: PG&E claims wildfire liability could force bankruptcy
June 19, 2018 -
National Grid targets 80% carbon cut across buildings, transport, power
June 18, 2018 -
SQN Capital to 'revitalize' bankrupt Suniva's solar production
June 18, 2018 -
Is Siemens considering unloading its gas turbine business?
June 18, 2018 -
Electrified heating with demand management could cut US carbon emissions 10%: RMI
June 15, 2018 -
Sierra Club cries foul over PacifiCorp coal study secrecy
June 15, 2018 -
Massachusetts utilities conclude contract negotiations to import hydro
June 15, 2018 -
Oklahoma Gas & Electric secures rate recovery for new gas plant
June 14, 2018 -
Consumers Energy to file plan for no coal, 43% renewables
June 14, 2018 -
Connecticut taps Deepwater Wind to provide 200 MW offshore energy
June 14, 2018 -
On the bright side, report finds residential solar won't decline this year
June 13, 2018 -
Florida PSC to review utility storm prep as hurricane season begins
June 13, 2018 -
ISO-NE implements 'pay-for-performance' capacity market incentives
June 13, 2018 -
First Solar breaks ground on Ohio manufacturing plant
June 13, 2018 -
Power price plunge prompts Maine regulators to reconsider offshore wind project
June 13, 2018 -
EIA: Southern California could face gas constraints this summer
June 12, 2018 -
Canadian utility halts processing service requests from cryptominers
June 11, 2018 -
SDG&E approved for 5 storage projects totaling 334 MWh
June 11, 2018 -
Activist investors push Sempra to sell renewable assets, focus on utilities and LNG
June 11, 2018 -
NuScale 'breakthrough' could allow 20% uprate of small nukes
June 11, 2018 -
National Grid settlement curbs rate increase, ups grid mod in Rhode Island
June 11, 2018 -
NRG: Interconnection costs may sink Dunkirk repowering project
June 8, 2018 -
Utilities target marketplace for customer interaction, energy savings
June 8, 2018 -
CMS $1.4B credit agreement first to link lower interest rates with more renewables
June 7, 2018 -
The energy sector is driving job growth, but not where you think
June 7, 2018 -
New England fully integrates demand response into wholesale markets
June 7, 2018 -
Xcel details plans to shut 660 MW coal, build 1.8 GW renewables in Colorado
June 7, 2018 -
New Missouri law authorizes Ameren to invest $1B, cuts rates
June 6, 2018 -
Palo Verde nuke can remain open with 50% Arizona RPS, NRDC report finds
June 6, 2018 -
Florida regulators OK FPL purchase of Vero Beach electric system
June 6, 2018 -
California shift from annual to hourly GHG emissions tracking to focus reductions
June 6, 2018 -
Southwest Power Pool to provide reliability-coordination services in the West
June 6, 2018 -
Hawaii first state to enact 100% carbon neutral goal
June 5, 2018 -
Ameren Missouri rolls out $550M efficiency plan
June 5, 2018 -
Zinke presses to keep Navajo Generating Station online
June 5, 2018 -
Puerto Rico's utility signs $500M recovery contract with MasTec
June 5, 2018 -
Tesla snags Amazon executive to lead energy division
June 5, 2018 -
Colorado integrates storage into utility planning process
June 5, 2018 -
PSEG proposes more than $5B in efficiency, grid upgrades
June 4, 2018 -
California regulators get another year to consider demand response issues
June 4, 2018 -
Duke agrees to cut North Carolina grid modernization plan by $5.3B
June 4, 2018 -
Xcel Energy Minnesota approved to test residential time-of-use rates in 2020
June 1, 2018 -
DOE cybersecurity report reveals 7 'gaps' in power sector defense capabilities
June 1, 2018 -
NET Power demo plant takes key step toward emissions-free gas generation
June 1, 2018 -
California, New York, New Jersey see nearly $1.3B in new EV funding
June 1, 2018 -
NV Energy to double renewable capacity — if voters reject retail choice
June 1, 2018 -
NERC: Texas, California will face tight markets this summer
May 31, 2018 -
EPA proposes to maintain Obama-era standards for sulfur oxides
May 29, 2018 -
Sonnen's latest funding round nets $70M, led by Shell Ventures
May 29, 2018 -
How can existing coal plants run better? DOE wants to know
May 24, 2018 -
New Jersey regulators approve PSE&G's $1.9B gas system modernization plan
May 23, 2018 -
Navigant cuts growth estimates for customer-focused DSM
May 23, 2018 -
No changes to Xcel nuclear cost recovery after bill dies in Minnesota House
May 23, 2018 -
Maine eyes lower ratepayer costs from increased electric integration with Canada
May 22, 2018 -
EV charging could significantly reduce storage needs, DOE lab finds
May 22, 2018 -
RMI says rush to build gas plants could cost investors, customers billions
May 22, 2018 -
Dominion invests seed money in GE-Hitachi small modular nuke
May 22, 2018 -
North Carolina lifts limits on Duke residential efficiency program
May 22, 2018 -
5 ways the utility industry can mitigate cyber incidents
May 21, 2018 -
Cybersecurity and the distributed grid: A double-edged sword
May 21, 2018 -
DTE, Consumers pledge 50% clean energy, heading off ballot initiative
May 21, 2018 -
Federal government halts linework on Puerto Rico's grid
May 21, 2018 -
ERCOT prices spike as Texas heads into a tightly-balanced summer
May 18, 2018 -
Illinois can do without Vistra coal plants, greens claim
May 18, 2018 -
Federal court blocks Atlantic Coast Pipeline construction in at least some areas
May 16, 2018 -
Utilities join grid recovery initiative to stockpile transmission equipment
May 16, 2018 -
New York proposes strict carbon emission limits for existing power plants
May 16, 2018 -
Full reconstruction of Puerto Rico's grid could take a decade, says lead contractor
May 16, 2018 -
Judge allows bankrupt FirstEnergy Solutions to exit power plant co-op
May 16, 2018 -
Cypress Creek cancels 1.5 GW as solar tariffs take toll
May 16, 2018 -
Georgia Power backs incumbent in PSC election, AJC reports
May 15, 2018 -
Tesla software update allows Powerwall 2 owners to optimize for time-varying rates
May 15, 2018 -
Nevada regulators allow utilities to own EV charging stations
May 15, 2018 -
DOE unveils 'integrated strategy' to reduce utility cyberthreats
May 15, 2018 -
TVA rate change draws concern new fixed fee will hurt poor
May 14, 2018 -
Massachusetts rejects smart meter rollout for 'weaknesses in the business case'
May 14, 2018 -
NTE Energy announces plans for new 1 GW gas plant in South Carolina
May 11, 2018 -
GE to buy Alstom out of joint ventures for $3.1B
May 10, 2018 -
Texas smart meter settlement could grow market for energy products
May 10, 2018 -
Connecticut lawmakers pass sweeping energy bill
May 10, 2018 -
New Hampshire rethinks distributed generation-only pilots for non-wires alternatives
May 10, 2018 -
Florida regulators approve nearly 1.7 GW in new gas plants
May 10, 2018 -
Solar, efficiency drive declining peak load in ISO New England
May 9, 2018 -
Pig-powered microgrid in North Carolina may be the future of rural cooperative supply
May 9, 2018 -
Iowa town narrowly rejects break from Alliant
May 9, 2018 -
Plant of the future? DOE seeks info on small, modular coal
May 8, 2018 -
Virginia regulators reject Dominion's 100% renewables tariff
May 8, 2018 -
FERC approves elimination of SPP regional entity
May 7, 2018 -
Illinois OKs Ameren plan to lower grid voltage, raise efficiency
May 7, 2018 -
EIA: Gas to outpace renewables for 2018 US gen additions
May 7, 2018 -
As California energy markets modernize, regulators worry about repeating the past
May 7, 2018 -
South Carolina eyes expanded net metering as Vermont cuts rates
May 7, 2018 -
Pennsylavania opens 'future of utility rates' proceeding
May 7, 2018 -
ISO New England hits milestone: More grid power used at night than midday
May 4, 2018 -
New York ISO: Distributed solar largely to blame for declining load
May 4, 2018 -
Potential buyer considering Navajo Generating Station, but time running out
May 4, 2018 -
HECO proposes 2 large battery projects to support renewables push
May 3, 2018 -
Another blow for California gas — judge rejects proposed pipeline
May 3, 2018 -
FERC-NERC: Grid operators have sufficient blackstart capabilities
May 3, 2018 -
Iowa town vote on forming muni from Alliant too close to call
May 3, 2018 -
FERC approves California reliability-must-run contracts
May 3, 2018 -
15 minute charge for a 300 mile range? DOE moves to boost EVs
May 2, 2018 -
New Hampshire drives efficiency by reducing utility incentives to sell more gas
May 2, 2018 -
Iowa legislators approve steep cuts to energy efficiency programs
May 1, 2018 -
Michigan lawmakers propose to boost consumer-generated renewables
May 1, 2018 -
Dominion plans up to 3.6 GW gas, 4.7 GW solar in Virginia
May 1, 2018 -
New York grid operator floats carbon pricing proposal
May 1, 2018 -
Mercedes-Benz abandons residential storage ambitions
May 1, 2018 -
Texas regulators approve Xcel's $1.6B wind expansion
April 30, 2018 -
Supreme Court rejects Constitution Pipeline appeal over NY permit
April 30, 2018 -
California fines PG&E $97.5M for improper talks in San Bruno pipeline case
April 30, 2018 -
Michigan OKs $952M cost recovery for DTE gas plant
April 30, 2018 -
DOE gives $60M for advanced nukes, but industry wants better regs
April 27, 2018 -
New York to launch utility energy registry this summer in data-gathering effort
April 27, 2018 -
Florida regulators approve 'experimental' DSM program for Gulf Power
April 27, 2018 -
Arizona utilities cautious over costs, reliability for proposed 80% clean energy mandate
April 26, 2018 -
NextEra CEO: Offshore wind is 'terrible energy policy'
April 26, 2018 -
NH net metering bill that boosts facility size leaves House committee
April 26, 2018 -
NY latest renewables RFP to spur $1.5B investment
April 26, 2018 -
Power system sustainability ratings program aims to follow the LEED
April 25, 2018 -
Nest to provide 1M smart thermostats to low-income homes
April 25, 2018 -
New PUC regulator to take a seat as Hawaii forges ahead to 100% renewables
April 24, 2018 -
New York regulators to mull advancing EV market with new proceeding
April 24, 2018 -
Colorado Senate approves second storage bill, waits on House
April 24, 2018 -
Report: Storage nabs biggest portion of $472M in Q1 venture funding
April 23, 2018 -
FERC approves PJM proposal to implement energy efficiency market restrictions
April 23, 2018 -
PSEG urges New Jersey to approve $1.9B gas line replacement program
April 23, 2018 -
CenterPoint Energy to buy Vectren in $6B deal
April 23, 2018 -
FERC moves to shore up potential cyber vulnerabilities
April 23, 2018 -
Florida broadens market for rooftop solar with Sunrun leasing decision
April 22, 2018 -
New York accelerates 2025 energy efficiency targets by 40%
April 20, 2018 -
South Carolina vote to lower electric bills could imperil Dominion-SCANA deal
April 19, 2018 -
New York advances REV, moves to bring more energy storage online
April 19, 2018 -
Michigan nixes net metering
April 19, 2018 -
SunPower to acquire SolarWorld in a deal driven by Trump's solar tariffs
April 19, 2018 -
Short term pain for long term gain: EPRI assesses expanding US electrification
April 18, 2018 -
DOE pledges $105M for solar, seeks to halve utility-scale costs
April 17, 2018 -
Missouri utilities question data collection recommendations in DER report
April 17, 2018 -
North Carolina regulatory staff reject Duke Energy's prepaid efficiency proposal
April 17, 2018 -
New York agencies propose shifting EV fast chargers to non-demand charges
April 17, 2018 -
Portland General Electric proposes voluntary green tariff for munis, large customers
April 16, 2018 -
North Carolina approves solar rebate, coal ash fine for Duke
April 16, 2018 -
FERC rejects CAISO's proposals to modify capacity procurement
April 16, 2018 -
Most MISO zones clear capacity auction at $10/MW-day
April 16, 2018 -
NERC: Utilities failed to contact vendors during GridEx cyberattack simulation
April 16, 2018 -
Oregon's chief utility regulator resigns abruptly
April 13, 2018 -
Santee Cooper petitions to intervene in Dominion-SCANA merger
April 13, 2018 -
NRC seeks more detail on Entergy plan to sell Vermont Yankee nuclear facility
April 13, 2018 -
NYPA continues digital transformation as New York funds grid upgrades
April 13, 2018 -
Idaho regulators accept Rocky Mountain Power's planned shift from coal to renewables
April 12, 2018 -
Alaska governor rolls out draft climate plan, but falls short on details
April 12, 2018 -
GM to expand electric vehicle fast charger network with EVgo
April 12, 2018 -
Federal agencies prepare to wind down Puerto Rico power restoration in May
April 12, 2018 -
Washington regulators require utilities to offer smart meter opt-outs
April 11, 2018 -
South Carolina solar bill fails to pass after procedural change
April 11, 2018 -
Montana net metering customers are overpaid, new study says
April 11, 2018 -
Updated: Whitehouse unveils bill directing study, pilot program for natural gas demand response
April 10, 2018 -
BP partners with Tesla on oil giant's first battery storage project
April 10, 2018 -
DOE will partner with manufacturers to improve energy efficiency
April 10, 2018 -
Whitefish Energy still owed $100M by Puerto Rico utility, court filing says
April 10, 2018 -
Tesla's Australian battery project nabs praise from market operator
April 10, 2018 -
Interior Department proposes offshore wind lease sale in Massachusetts
April 9, 2018 -
As market pressures mount for IPPs, Vistra, Dynegy complete $1.74B merger
April 9, 2018 -
New Hampshire utility proposes virtual power plant with Tesla Powerwalls
April 9, 2018 -
Nuclear regulators to license two new reactors at Turkey Point facility
April 9, 2018 -
NYPA proposes rebuilding North-South transmission lines to bolster renewable energy
April 6, 2018 -
Solar bill advances in South Carolina; Maine bill fails to withstand LePage veto
April 6, 2018 -
Illinois regulators adopt ambitious renewables plan
April 5, 2018 -
Pipeline hack impacts spread to power sector
April 5, 2018 -
Report: Massachusetts offshore wind decision likely delayed after Northern Pass rejection
April 5, 2018 -
Powerex, Idaho Power join the western Energy Imbalance Market
April 5, 2018 -
EIA: Mild weather drove big drop in 2017 US electricity sales
April 5, 2018 -
Northern California agency selects consortium for first US floating wind farm
April 4, 2018 -
PG&E to test price signals, load management strategies in EV charging program
April 4, 2018 -
Virginia regulators question if utility overhaul law violates US Constitution
April 4, 2018 -
APS funds research linking job losses to renewable energy ballot proposal
April 4, 2018 -
Hackers hit communications system of Energy Transfer Partners pipeline
April 4, 2018 -
Western, Northeast states strike partnerships to boost electric vehicle adoption
April 3, 2018 -
Eversource, Deepwater Wind proposes offshore wind farm projects for Connecticut
April 3, 2018 -
California ISO mulls double duty for transmission-connected storage assets
April 3, 2018 -
NextEra Energy strikes $1.27B deal to sell Canadian renewables assets
April 2, 2018 -
Electric vehicles to dominate Hawaiian roads by 2045, HECO predicts
April 2, 2018 -
Simply Energy to develop 8 MW virtual power plant in South Australia
April 2, 2018 -
DTE Energy plans to double renewable energy capacity in Michigan
April 2, 2018 -
FirstEnergy Solutions files for bankruptcy after pushing for DOE emergency order
April 2, 2018 -
Dominion threatens to leave SCE&G deal if South Carolina lawmakers cut rates
March 29, 2018 -
FirstEnergy asks DOE for emergency action to save PJM coal, nuke plants
March 29, 2018 -
Massachusetts ditches Northern Pass, looks to CMP for clean energy goals
March 28, 2018 -
Kentucky utilities push back on state-ordered rate reductions
March 28, 2018 -
Xcel nuclear cost recovery bill advances in Minnesota despite governor opposing
March 28, 2018 -
As concern grows over bitcoin's energy use, what's next for cryptocurrency?
March 28, 2018 -
Itron, Sonnen say battery partnership will let utilities maximize grid efficiency
March 28, 2018 -
Utah governor signs pair of solar bills
March 28, 2018 -
APS, Arizona lawmakers craft alternative renewables ballot proposal
March 27, 2018 -
MISO could reduce 22.5 GW from summer peak with demand-side management strategy, study says
March 27, 2018 -
EPA plan to bar studies without public data could disrupt clean air regulations
March 27, 2018 -
Indiana governor taps Republican lawmaker for Utility Regulatory Commission
March 27, 2018 -
DOE terminates partnership with Clean Line Energy Partners
March 26, 2018 -
PG&E's local clean energy plan gets regulatory nod
March 26, 2018 -
Earthjustice pushes California regulators to dismiss Calpine gas plant application
March 26, 2018 -
ABB launches flexible, modular residential storage solution
March 26, 2018 -
Efficiency, DERs saving $2.6B in avoided transmission costs, CAISO says
March 26, 2018 -
Update: Arizona Gov. Ducey signs bill to undermine RPS ballot proposal
March 23, 2018 -
PG&E rolls out plan to tackle wildfire threats
March 23, 2018 -
PJM greenlights FirstEnergy to deactivate coal plant units at Pleasants Power Station
March 22, 2018 -
Xcel Energy's $1.6B wind plan advances with New Mexico approval
March 22, 2018 -
Duke issues climate report, charts path to reduce coal use by 2030
March 22, 2018 -
Georgia regulators approve Dominion-SCANA merger
March 21, 2018 -
Time is not on their side: Utilities ill-prepared for EV demand, SEPA finds
March 21, 2018 -
Puerto Rico selects longtime energy executive to lead PREPA
March 21, 2018 -
Virginia governor promises to veto legislation aimed at blocking carbon caps
March 21, 2018 -
Alabama Power customers claim top digital experience in survey, despite utilities generally lagging
March 21, 2018 -
Avista, Hydro One strike deal on merger, allowing early Colstrip closure
March 20, 2018 -
EIA: Gas generation dropped 7.7% in 2017 while coal declined 2.5%
March 20, 2018 -
New Hampshire Senate votes to expand net metering eligibility
March 20, 2018 -
Hackers target Puerto Rico utility
March 20, 2018 -
Multiple concerns drive MISO, utilities to seek rehearing on FERC storage order
March 20, 2018 -
British billionaire plans 140 MWh battery storage for Australia, beating Tesla
March 19, 2018 -
Bill would bar GHG-emitting resources for Diablo Canyon replacement
March 19, 2018 -
Maryland approves permit for Columbia Gas pipeline extension
March 19, 2018 -
Pennsylvania proposal could bolster EV charging infrastructure
March 16, 2018 -
Munis to charge cryptocurrency miners higher power prices in New York
March 16, 2018 -
Massachusetts governor seeks Clean Peak Standard with $1.4B bond bill
March 15, 2018 -
DHS, FBI say Russian hackers are targeting the energy sector
March 15, 2018 -
Arizona regulators move to place gas plant moratorium on utilities
March 15, 2018 -
NRC cites Entergy for false inspection records at Grand Gulf nuke plant
March 14, 2018 -
Mountain West Transmission Group moves closer to SPP membership
March 14, 2018 -
FPL's proposed nuke units unlikely 'in the foreseeable future,' Miami mayor says
March 14, 2018 -
For utilities trying to drive conservation, mixed messages may be best
March 14, 2018 -
Volkswagen will expand EV production, signs battery contracts worth $25B
March 14, 2018 -
New York petitions EPA to force emissions reductions in 9 states
March 13, 2018 -
Calpine gets cold feet over proposed California gas plant
March 13, 2018 -
Virginia regulators approve first customer aggregation application for manufacturer
March 13, 2018 -
US House committee probes possible corruption at Puerto Rico's utility
March 13, 2018 -
FPL adds 40 MWh battery to solar array, claiming largest combined system
March 12, 2018 -
New Orleans City Council approves Entergy's 128 MW gas peaker
March 12, 2018 -
Northern Pass dealt fresh setback as siting board delays rehearing decision
March 12, 2018 -
New TVA rate plan includes lower energy prices, grid access charge
March 12, 2018 -
New York announces $1.4B renewables funding as largest single state commitment
March 9, 2018 -
NRG to shutter three California gas plants
March 9, 2018 -
Cutting Connecticut efficiency spending will hurt state's economy, report says
March 9, 2018 -
Report: Duke Energy to release climate report under investor pressure
March 9, 2018 -
Minnesota Power's largest customers oppose new gas plant
March 9, 2018 -
New coal, nuclear generation would have lost money last year, PJM monitor says
March 8, 2018 -
Colorado lawmakers send storage bill to Hickenlooper's desk
March 8, 2018 -
Sempra nabs Texas regulatory approval to buy Oncor
March 8, 2018 -
Goodbye Yucca? NRC to review New Mexico nuclear waste storage proposal
March 8, 2018 -
NM Supreme Court approves coal, nuclear use in PNM's regional haze plan
March 7, 2018 -
Canada approves disputed Northern Pass transmission line
March 7, 2018 -
Maryland is 290K shy of its EV goal; Can a broad stakeholder process get it there?
March 7, 2018 -
Iowa Senate approves measure to drop efficiency program requirements
March 7, 2018 -
Cheap fuel, stagnant demand drive down New England wholesale prices
March 7, 2018 -
Puerto Rico regulators, federal oversight board wrestle for control of PREPA
March 6, 2018 -
California utilities offer $10K rebate on new BMW electric vehicle
March 6, 2018 -
SolarCity, Salt River Project could settle lawsuit, opening door to residential storage
March 6, 2018 -
SDG&E seeks 166 MW energy storage for emergency response sites
March 6, 2018 -
Utilities find groundwater contamination, radioactivity at unlined coal ash sites
March 5, 2018 -
PSEG, Exelon cancel capital projects at Salem nuke after legislation stalls
March 5, 2018 -
Entergy strikes deal to sell Vermont Yankee nuclear facility
March 5, 2018 -
California ISO proposes more granularity in day-ahead market
March 2, 2018 -
Idaho Power wants new net metering compensation scheme
March 2, 2018 -
Carbon tax fails — again — in Washington
March 2, 2018 -
Virginia lawmakers send utility rate overhaul bill to governor's desk
March 2, 2018 -
Updated: Nor'easter slams East Coast, cutting power to 2M
March 2, 2018 -
Cybersecurity firm says North Korean hackers may be targeting utilities
March 1, 2018 -
FERC approves Westar, Great Plains Energy merger
March 1, 2018 -
ERCOT predicts record peak demand this summer
March 1, 2018 -
NJ regulators to accelerate offshore wind development, launch solicitation process for 1.1 GW
March 1, 2018 -
Illinois regulators greenlight ComEd's microgrid 'cluster' project
Feb. 28, 2018 -
IPPs, utilities and greens push PURPA recommendations in Washington state
Feb. 28, 2018 -
Northern Pass developers ask New Hampshire to reconsider permit denial
Feb. 28, 2018 -
Grid-connected appliances help utilities harness demand, spur renewables development, RMI finds
Feb. 28, 2018 -
Grain Belt Express transmission project heads to Missouri Supreme Court
Feb. 28, 2018 -
Report: Dominion rate review bill could land on Virginia governer's desk next week
Feb. 27, 2018 -
PJM: Reliability strong during January cold snap, but pricing reforms needed
Feb. 27, 2018 -
Stem touts savings from AI software in new Ontario storage project
Feb. 27, 2018 -
South Carolina cooperatives sue Santee Cooper over Summer nuke charge
Feb. 27, 2018 -
Vectren Indiana to close three coal plants
Feb. 26, 2018 -
Duke's North Carolina customers will pay $232M for coal ash cleanup
Feb. 26, 2018 -
New York PSC takes steps to expand energy storage
Feb. 26, 2018 -
Brattle: US storage market could reach 50 GW if costs keep declining
Feb. 26, 2018 -
NV Energy proposes operating North Valmy coal plant through 2025
Feb. 23, 2018 -
Sonnen integrates EVs into virtual power plant in Germany
Feb. 23, 2018 -
Michigan, Louisiana press utilities to return tax savings to customers
Feb. 23, 2018 -
Ameren tries again to increase EV charging equipment in Missouri
Feb. 23, 2018 -
New Orleans City Council moves closer to approving Entergy's gas peaker
Feb. 22, 2018 -
Atlantic Coast Pipeline pricetag could reach $6.5B, says Duke CEO
Feb. 22, 2018 -
Siemens, Tesla in petition pushing New York for faster action on electric vehicles
Feb. 22, 2018 -
Maine regulators shorten delay of net metering rules, catching installers by surprise
Feb. 22, 2018 -
PacifiCorp launches wind expansion plans with four Wyoming projects
Feb. 21, 2018 -
NRC says Vogtle employees falsified inspection reports, proposes $145K fine
Feb. 21, 2018 -
ConEd's hybrid service model for large microgrid could become standard
Feb. 21, 2018 -
NV Energy taps Bidgely to help reinvent home audit
Feb. 21, 2018 -
Arizona regulator wants cost analysis of proposed clean energy plan
Feb. 21, 2018 -
Utility-backed Mississippi bill to limit power of attorney general
Feb. 20, 2018 -
Bloomberg: Solar panel imports soared ahead of tariff decision
Feb. 20, 2018 -
Michigan utility to end coal use, cut emissions 80% by 2040
Feb. 20, 2018 -
Massachusetts AG proposes to invest Volkswagen settlement in electric vehicles, clean energy
Feb. 20, 2018 -
Massachusetts will replace Northern Pass if project doesn't nab NH permit
Feb. 16, 2018 -
FirstEnergy to reluctantly 'deactivate' West Virginia coal plant
Feb. 16, 2018 -
Federal judge rules White House delay of efficiency standards is unlawful
Feb. 16, 2018 -
Update: Federal judge approves $300M loan to Puerto Rico's utility
Feb. 16, 2018 -
Moody's pans White House plan to divest TVA, BPA
Feb. 15, 2018 -
MISO monitor says lack of authority hurt operator's performance during January cold snap
Feb. 15, 2018 -
New Mexico lawmakers send solar tax credit to governor's desk
Feb. 15, 2018 -
DOE taps 9 'clean coal' projects for funding, support
Feb. 15, 2018 -
FERC advances transmission line to serve Massachusetts' offshore wind industry
Feb. 14, 2018 -
Sierra Club, Talen Energy strike deal to halt coal burn at Pennsylvania plant
Feb. 14, 2018 -
New DOE office to focus on cybersecurity, grid threats
Feb. 14, 2018 -
If it ain't broke, don't fix it: NYPA transforms utility maintenance with data-driven approach
Feb. 14, 2018 -
NRDC, EEI pair up on 21 policy recommendations to grow clean energy
Feb. 14, 2018 -
Maryland is first state to launch energy storage tax credit
Feb. 13, 2018 -
Democrats deal Dominion a blow in debate over Virginia utility reform
Feb. 13, 2018 -
Southern Alliance for Clean Energy calls on TVA chief to step down over 'extravagant' spending
Feb. 13, 2018 -
New Massachusetts bill seeks 1.77 GW storage target, quicker renewables transition
Feb. 13, 2018 -
HECO's $205M grid modernization plan nabs regulatory approval
Feb. 12, 2018 -
Batteries will boost yearly solar plant output by 500 MWh, FPL says
Feb. 12, 2018 -
Massachusetts agency wants efficiency standards for nascent pot industry
Feb. 12, 2018 -
Missouri Senate passes bill revamping utility rate increases after filibuster
Feb. 12, 2018 -
Tesla plans to triple battery storage deployments in 2018
Feb. 9, 2018 -
Connecticut wants to boost renewables goal to 40% by 2030
Feb. 9, 2018 -
Possible sale of Santee Cooper attracts multiple proposals amid Summer nuke fallout
Feb. 9, 2018 -
SCE&G, Dominion lobby regulators to approve merger amid push to halt Summer cost recovery
Feb. 9, 2018 -
California PUC establishes new utility planning process to reach carbon goals
Feb. 9, 2018 -
Malware found in Entergy's corporate network raises MISO alert
Feb. 8, 2018 -
Report: Massachusetts could re-open RFP for clean energy after Northern Pass rejection
Feb. 8, 2018 -
Hawaii regulators approve HECO's suite of demand response, solar programs
Feb. 8, 2018 -
Federal board demands 5-year financial plan for PREPA amid privatization push
Feb. 8, 2018 -
Tech company Switch announces 1 GW solar farm for Nevada
Feb. 7, 2018 -
Vistra, Dynegy must divest some Texas generation to win approval for merger
Feb. 7, 2018 -
Report: More efficiency investment could save Dominion Virginia customers $1.7B
Feb. 7, 2018 -
AEP carbon reduction plan calls for more than 8 GW of renewables
Feb. 7, 2018 -
NextEra sues NEI after refusing to renew trade group membership
Feb. 5, 2018 -
Eversource vows to appeal NH Northern Pass rejection
Feb. 5, 2018 -
New Jersey Senate committee delays hearing on nuclear subsidy bill
Feb. 5, 2018 -
Honolulu storage permits surge 1,700% in one year, new report says
Feb. 5, 2018 -
Grid complexity is increasing exponentially. Is blockchain the answer?
Feb. 4, 2018 -
Embattled PREPA announces new grid modernization plan amid privatization push
Feb. 2, 2018 -
Exelon to close Oyster Creek nuke in October, a year early
Feb. 2, 2018 -
Dominion's Millstone nuke may need financial support, says report
Feb. 2, 2018 -
New Hampshire rejects Northern Pass transmission, throwing project into doubt
Feb. 2, 2018 -
Lawmakers from 9 states vow to put a price on carbon
Feb. 1, 2018 -
SoCal Edison, stakeholders strike agreement over San Onofre closure
Feb. 1, 2018 -
Kentucky circuit court overturns coal ash rules
Feb. 1, 2018 -
SC House passes bill to halt Summer nuclear recovery
Feb. 1, 2018 -
Virginia lawmakers struggle with Dominion rate freeze bill
Jan. 31, 2018 -
New Jersey to accelerate 3.5 GW offshore wind target
Jan. 31, 2018 -
Georgia Power customers to pay less for Vogtle expansion
Jan. 31, 2018 -
Uncoordinated trouble? Electric vehicles can be a grid asset, but only with planning and investment
Jan. 31, 2018 -
Low gas prices, renewable energy squeeze Bonneville Power Administration
Jan. 31, 2018 -
MidAmerican Energy denies supporting Iowa bill to drop efficiency program requirement
Jan. 30, 2018 -
PREPA requests $1.3B loan to cover revenue shortfall post-Maria
Jan. 30, 2018 -
Dominion CEO 'optimistic' SCANA merger will be completed this year
Jan. 30, 2018 -
PPL sets 70% carbon reduction goal, reflecting shareholder concerns
Jan. 30, 2018 -
EPA loosens Regional Haze requirements that threatened Arkansas coal plants
Jan. 30, 2018 -
New York rolls out 'master plan' to develop 2.4 GW of offshore wind
Jan. 29, 2018 -
Massachusetts AG to review Northern Pass project selection process
Jan. 29, 2018 -
S&C Electric to exit storage business
Jan. 29, 2018 -
CLEAResult to purchase Ecova's utility division
Jan. 29, 2018 -
Texas regulator proposes to deny AEP storage plan
Jan. 29, 2018 -
NextEra mulls sale of Canadian assets in aftermath of tax code overhaul
Jan. 26, 2018 -
North Carolina approves Atlantic Coast Pipeline water permit after months of delay
Jan. 26, 2018 -
Revised New Jersey nuclear bill includes efficiency, solar initiatives
Jan. 26, 2018 -
Ohio Supreme Court sides with FirstEnergy in $43M renewable credit refund case
Jan. 25, 2018 -
Sempra pushes for regulatory approval of Oncor deal after most intervenors are on board
Jan. 25, 2018 -
New York regulators greenlight third CCA program
Jan. 25, 2018 -
Massachusetts chooses Northern Pass transmission project for clean energy goal
Jan. 25, 2018 -
EIA: Wind to beat hydro as leading US renewable resource in next 2 years
Jan. 25, 2018 -
New DOE competition seeks to boost US solar manufacturing
Jan. 25, 2018 -
Cost settlement for failed $7.5B Kemper 'clean coal' project heads to finish line
Jan. 24, 2018 -
Delaware legislation aims to give leverage over controversial Artificial Island project
Jan. 24, 2018 -
Dominion-SCANA merger in doubt as South Carolina mulls nixing cost recovery for Summer nuke project
Jan. 24, 2018 -
Mercom: Battery storage dominated funding in grid edge technologies in H1 2017
Jan. 24, 2018 -
FERC finalizes emergency preparedness and reliability standards
Jan. 23, 2018 -
FERC allows Mountain Valley Pipeline developers to begin limited work in West Virginia
Jan. 23, 2018 -
$2.5B cash infusion will help FirstEnergy shift away from merchant generation
Jan. 23, 2018 -
Time-of-use rates can manage EV charging, new report says
Jan. 23, 2018 -
Duke rolls out $62M solar rebate for North Carolina customers
Jan. 22, 2018 -
Louisiana regulators to investigate MISO energy warning from last week
Jan. 22, 2018 -
Regulators slash Kentucky Power rate request, demand side management programs
Jan. 22, 2018 -
Virginia lawmakers seek to end Dominion rate freeze
Jan. 22, 2018 -
EPA, DOE and FERC continue operations amid government shutdown
Jan. 22, 2018 -
Toshiba reaches agreement to sell Westinghouse claims, assets
Jan. 19, 2018 -
2 utilities sued over deadly California mudslides
Jan. 19, 2018 -
AEE: Grid-edge technologies vulnerable to cyber threats
Jan. 19, 2018 -
Pennsylvania to study changes to utility billing practice
Jan. 19, 2018 -
Dominion will put 9 fossil fuel units in 'cold reserve'
Jan. 19, 2018 -
New Jersey Gov. Christie 'pocket vetoes' solar bill as he leaves office
Jan. 18, 2018 -
New York, Connecticut sue EPA for failing to act on smog pollution from upwind states
Jan. 18, 2018 -
ISO-New England: Maintaining reliability will become challenging as gas dependence rises
Jan. 18, 2018 -
PG&E to install 7,500 EV chargers in Northern, Central California
Jan. 18, 2018 -
FERC approves Avista-Hydro One deal
Jan. 17, 2018 -
Florida Power & Light to use tax savings to pay for Irma damage
Jan. 17, 2018 -
There once was an energy storage system on Nantucket...
Jan. 17, 2018 -
California regulators broaden rules for energy storage
Jan. 17, 2018 -
PJM to push capacity repricing at FERC, eschewing expanded MOPR
Jan. 17, 2018 -
Franklin Energy asks FERC to reverse Idaho decision on PURPA energy storage contracts
Jan. 17, 2018 -
Grid hardware could face threats found in Spectre, Meltdown vulnerabilities
Jan. 16, 2018 -
Report: Coal generation decline continues in Montana
Jan. 16, 2018 -
Tampa Electric wants to convert 1,700 MW coal plant to gas
Jan. 16, 2018 -
Lower corporate tax rates no boon for renewables, analysts find
Jan. 16, 2018 -
Atlantic Coast Pipeline faces another setback in North Carolina
Jan. 16, 2018 -
Pennsylvania settlement would lower toxic discharges from 10 coal plants
Jan. 12, 2018 -
SoCal Edison electric vehicle pilots focus on heavy-duty, fleet uses
Jan. 12, 2018 -
Ameren Missouri residential customers to pay lower monthly efficiency charge
Jan. 12, 2018 -
California grid operator touts new reliability service at half the cost of competitor
Jan. 12, 2018 -
CPUC approves Diablo Canyon retirement, 15 EV pilots, storage RFO to replace gas
Jan. 12, 2018 -
EPA provides details on new listening sessions for Clean Power Plan repeal
Jan. 12, 2018 -
FERC will not overrule New York's denial for Constitution Pipeline permit
Jan. 12, 2018 -
Maine regulators delay power contract for floating wind project, citing costs
Jan. 11, 2018 -
AES-Siemens joint venture unveils new solar+storage platform
Jan. 11, 2018 -
Ohio regulators approve AEP discount rate for Amazon data centers
Jan. 11, 2018 -
With proposal to join RGGI, Virginia would be first Southern state to cap carbon
Jan. 10, 2018 -
New Jersey legislature passes measure to raise solar target
Jan. 10, 2018 -
Puerto Rico Gov. Rosselló proposes overhaul of energy regulator
Jan. 10, 2018 -
'It's time to step up': Washington Gov. Inslee revives push for carbon tax in new plan
Jan. 10, 2018 -
Small nukes pass key step as regulators approve NuScale safety system
Jan. 10, 2018 -
Massachusetts approves new demand charge for Eversource's net metering customers
Jan. 10, 2018 -
DOE issues final rule outlining emergency order procedures for the grid
Jan. 10, 2018 -
EIA: 700 MW of utility-scale battery capacity installed in US
Jan. 9, 2018 -
MIT: Cheap gas, not renewables, caused nuclear woes
Jan. 9, 2018 -
Texas PUC to hear Lubbock bid to join ERCOT; large manufacturers wary
Jan. 9, 2018 -
ISO-NE proposal would drive state-sponsored renewables into wholesale markets
Jan. 9, 2018 -
Florida Power & Light brings 4 new solar plants online, retires coal facility
Jan. 9, 2018 -
Xcel solicitation returns 'incredible' renewable energy, storage bids
Jan. 8, 2018 -
FERC: 20 GW of coal capacity headed for retirement by 2020
Jan. 8, 2018 -
Virginia Sen. Kaine asks FERC to reconsider Mountain Valley, Atlantic Coast pipelines
Jan. 8, 2018 -
Virginia lawmakers could push coal ash recycling opposed by Dominion
Jan. 8, 2018 -
PNM pushes regulators to reconsider rate case decision in new filing
Jan. 5, 2018 -
Pilgrim nuke goes offline as Northeast buffeted by winter storm
Jan. 5, 2018 -
Brookfield-led group to acquire Westinghouse for $4.6B
Jan. 5, 2018 -
Florida lawmaker proposes to study solar+storage for grid recovery
Jan. 5, 2018 -
SunEdison emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Jan. 4, 2018 -
FERC approves $3.2B TransCanada pipeline projects
Jan. 4, 2018 -
Nevada regulators approve order to lower rates for NV Energy
Jan. 4, 2018 -
New Jersey nuke subsidy measure unlikely to see vote in lame-duck session
Jan. 4, 2018 -
Mariner East 2 pipeline permits suspended by Pennsylvania regulators
Jan. 4, 2018 -
California grid operator 'reluctantly' announces it will become its own reliability coordinator
Jan. 3, 2018 -
New York clean energy proposal seeks 1.5 GW of storage, coal phaseout
Jan. 3, 2018 -
Half of Puerto Rico still without power; utilities send 1,500 more workers to assist
Jan. 3, 2018 -
Siemens invests in developer of local blockchain-based energy trading
Jan. 3, 2018 -
New ITC report finds China 'took advantage' of US commitment to renewables
Jan. 3, 2018 -
FERC: Demand response fell 10% in power markets in 2016
Jan. 2, 2018 -
Coal, oil get a boost from Northern cold snap
Jan. 2, 2018 -
Navigant: Energy storage for renewables integration to reach $23B by 2026
Jan. 2, 2018 -
After tax overhaul, utility regulators are pushing for lower customer rates
Jan. 2, 2018 -
Report: Tesla's Australian battery project steps in after coal units fail
Jan. 2, 2018 -
Florida utilities eye recovery of Hurricane Irma costs
Jan. 2, 2018 -
SoCal Edison's new alternative energy plan could be 'nail in coffin' for Puente gas plant
Dec. 22, 2017 -
3 offshore wind developers submit proposals for Massachusetts target
Dec. 22, 2017 -
ERCOT reveals violations of pricing, disclosure rules in new filing
Dec. 22, 2017 -
Entergy requests clarification for Indian Point closure deadlines
Dec. 22, 2017 -
New PNM rate increase doesn't cover coal plant upgrades
Dec. 21, 2017 -
Nuclear regulator ignores employee safety warnings, watchdog report finds
Dec. 21, 2017 -
Con Edison seeks 'non-pipe' solutions to address peak gas demand
Dec. 21, 2017 -
Congressional lawmakers urge 'strong and effective' remedies in solar trade case
Dec. 21, 2017 -
New FERC chair wants to make agency more transparent
Dec. 21, 2017 -
Natural gas, water heaters, connected devices and EVs lead DR trends to watch
Dec. 20, 2017 -
Breach of popular control system for power plants shows increasing hacker sophistication
Dec. 20, 2017 -
UPDATED: New York advances efficiency plans, focusing on load control and demand management
Dec. 20, 2017 -
NARUC urges federal regulators to reform PURPA
Dec. 20, 2017 -
California adopts new fire safety regulations for utility operations in wake of deadly wildfires
Dec. 20, 2017 -
Austin Energy solar PPA could be lowest-priced in US, analysts say
Dec. 20, 2017 -
Electrify America taps Greenlots to support $2B community-based EV charging initiative
Dec. 19, 2017 -
Will batteries and solar have a place in Puerto Rico's reimagined grid?
Dec. 19, 2017 -
Reserve margins tighten in ERCOT as plant retirements loom
Dec. 19, 2017 -
Duke's most efficient gas turbine gets North Carolina regulatory approval
Dec. 19, 2017 -
No mention of coal in Chatterjee's FERC financial report
Dec. 19, 2017 -
'Clean coal' test facility planned for Wyoming
Dec. 18, 2017 -
Northvolt, Vestas to partner on wind-storage integration
Dec. 18, 2017 -
Trump touts deregulation as DOE reorganizes agency
Dec. 18, 2017 -
Montana solar advocates sue PSC for slashing rates to small renewable developers
Dec. 18, 2017 -
Sunverge, Stem ink behind-the-meter storage deals in Japan
Dec. 18, 2017 -
California air regulator approves 'bold' plan to reach 2030 climate goals
Dec. 18, 2017 -
NERC: Changing resource mix tightening reserve margins
Dec. 15, 2017 -
Indiana regulators approve cost recovery for 3 coal plant upgrades
Dec. 15, 2017 -
Sempra reaches Oncor settlement with stakeholders, includes ring-fence protections
Dec. 15, 2017 -
Tendril energy management platform reduced utilities' HVAC load 85% in summer
Dec. 15, 2017 -
Closing Indian Point nuclear plant will not hurt reliability, New York ISO says
Dec. 15, 2017 -
Trade case holds back solar growth, new report says
Dec. 14, 2017 -
FPL to recover $133M for cleanup at Turkey Point
Dec. 14, 2017 -
3 California gas plants could be replaced with energy storage
Dec. 14, 2017 -
DOE announces new $100M ARPA-E open funding opportunity
Dec. 14, 2017 -
National Grid finds an electric approach to natural gas demand response
Dec. 13, 2017 -
NRG to launch C&I energy management platform in joint partnership
Dec. 13, 2017 -
FERC turns down provisions in PJM's minimum offer price rule after court remand
Dec. 13, 2017 -
Trump admin withheld $91M in funds from ARPA-E, GAO report says
Dec. 13, 2017 -
Southwest coal plants costing customers millions in overcharges, Sierra Club reports
Dec. 13, 2017 -
Oregon regulators acknowledge PacifiCorp $3B renewables investment plan, but call for coal study
Dec. 13, 2017 -
Vogtle utility customer wants project canceled as regulators near decision
Dec. 13, 2017 -
Powin Energy sells 110 MWh of storage projects to esVolta
Dec. 12, 2017 -
Eversource threatens EDF with cease and desist over report on gas capacity constraints
Dec. 12, 2017 -
Maine net metering battle heads to court
Dec. 12, 2017 -
New $17.6B plan would rebuild Puerto Rico's grid with renewables, DERs
Dec. 12, 2017 -
FirstEnergy utilities file electric supply purchase plans with Pennsylvania PUC
Dec. 12, 2017 -
Idaho regulators trim renewables integration rates under PURPA for Rocky Mountain Power
Dec. 11, 2017 -
FERC needs to review capacity market performance, GAO recommends
Dec. 11, 2017 -
Westinghouse report predicted nuclear development problems 6 years ago
Dec. 11, 2017 -
California feed-in tariff not compliant with PURPA, federal court rules
Dec. 11, 2017 -
Massachusetts awards $20M to storage projects
Dec. 11, 2017 -
Ohio nuclear generators to face more competition with new 955-MW gas plant
Dec. 11, 2017 -
PJM subsidiary looks to Western markets, with new RTO a possibility
Dec. 8, 2017 -
Puget Sound plan to shutter Colstrip coal units approved
Dec. 8, 2017 -
PG&E proposes clean energy alternative to new fossil fuel plant, transmission
Dec. 8, 2017 -
West Virginia waives Clean Water Act certification of Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Dec. 8, 2017 -
Duke could recover up to $300M in coal ash costs from insurance companies
Dec. 7, 2017 -
PJM greenlights $318M in transmission upgrades
Dec. 7, 2017 -
EPA to hold 3 additional 'listening sessions' on repeal of Clean Power Plan
Dec. 7, 2017 -
States, conservation groups sue EPA over failure to issue smog designations
Dec. 7, 2017 -
Fluor lands $831M contract to rebuild Puerto Rico electric grid
Dec. 6, 2017 -
States can't bar efficiency technologies from wholesale electricity markets, FERC rules
Dec. 6, 2017 -
Moody's: Low interest rates, fuel costs, will support competitive public power rates in 2018
Dec. 6, 2017 -
Georgia Power reaches deal with Toshiba for accelerated Vogtle payments
Dec. 6, 2017 -
Maine delays plan to reduce payments to rooftop solar customers
Dec. 6, 2017 -
Illinois Power Agency finalizes new renewables procurement rules
Dec. 6, 2017 -
PPL expects sharp decline in coal fleet by 2050
Dec. 5, 2017 -
FirstEnergy files $450M plan to upgrade Ohio distribution grids
Dec. 5, 2017 -
NY ISO plan sees storage in state's wholesale markets by 2020
Dec. 5, 2017 -
Massachusetts approves Eversource rate increase to help boost EV, storage investment
Dec. 5, 2017 -
Whitefish Energy challenges contractor in Montana court over Puerto Rico storm recovery payments
Dec. 5, 2017 -
Cape Wind developers call it quits
Dec. 4, 2017 -
Deal of the Year: Oncor and its long list of suitors
Dec. 4, 2017 -
The Utility Dive Awards for 2017
Dec. 4, 2017 -
SolarCity, Salt River Project antitrust lawsuit heads to Supreme Court
Dec. 4, 2017 -
Report: Delays on Summer nuke expansion timeline raised costs, 2nd study says
Dec. 4, 2017 -
Hawaiian Electric transitions public EV chargers to time-of-use rates
Dec. 4, 2017 -
Mississippi Power reaches settlement over Kemper costs
Dec. 4, 2017 -
DOE NOPR costs would reach $263B, cause 27,000 premature deaths, study finds
Dec. 4, 2017 -
FERC approves Millennium pipeline expansion in New York
Dec. 1, 2017 -
Report: Suniva may be considering sale and offers from foreign solar manufacturers
Dec. 1, 2017 -
Younicos to provide first battery linked to floating wind farm
Dec. 1, 2017 -
Middle-agers lead on using energy-saving devices, but overall adoption is low
Dec. 1, 2017 -
CPUC: SDG&E may not recover $379M from consumers for 2007 wildfires
Dec. 1, 2017 -
Xcel EV charging pilot would eliminate need for 2nd meter
Nov. 29, 2017 -
SoCal reliability assessment raises prospects of winter gas curtailments
Nov. 29, 2017 -
Long Island muni proposes new compensation scheme for C&I solar
Nov. 29, 2017 -
Ameren Missouri proposes renewable choice program for large businesses, cities
Nov. 29, 2017 -
We Energies to shut Pleasant Prairie coal plant, increase renewables
Nov. 29, 2017 -
Updated: California political commission requests emails related to San Bruno explosion
Nov. 28, 2017 -
DOE mulls changes to appliance efficiency program
Nov. 28, 2017 -
Arizona Public Service taps Sunverge for residential energy storage pilot
Nov. 28, 2017 -
DOE identifies possible microgrid opportunities in Puerto Rico
Nov. 28, 2017 -
TVA audit reveals Bechtel overcharged by $7M for Watts Bar Unit 2 work
Nov. 28, 2017 -
'Alexa, please balance the distribution grid ...'
Nov. 27, 2017 -
Michigan regulators set new avoided cost rate for PURPA contracts
Nov. 27, 2017 -
Whitefish Energy resumes work in Puerto Rico after 'good faith' payment
Nov. 27, 2017 -
NRC preparing new rules for nuclear decommissioning
Nov. 27, 2017 -
California lawmakers want to block utilities from passing on wildfire costs
Nov. 27, 2017 -
Tesla wins 100-day bet to build 129 MWh battery in Australia
Nov. 27, 2017 -
With artificial intelligence, it's a brave new world for utilities
Nov. 24, 2017 -
National Grid, AutoGrid bring demand response to the natural gas industry
Nov. 22, 2017 -
HECO, University of Hawaii pair up to develop green tariff model
Nov. 22, 2017 -
Siemens to cut 6,900 jobs due to falling gas turbine demand
Nov. 22, 2017 -
Carbon cap-and-trade auction between California, Quebec sells out
Nov. 22, 2017 -
Global energy storage to hit 125 GW by 2030, BNEF finds
Nov. 21, 2017 -
NERC CEO Gerry Cauley resigns after arrest on battery, family violence charges
Nov. 21, 2017 -
Federal judge awards Duke $68.5M for spent nuclear fuel costs in DOE lawsuit
Nov. 21, 2017 -
Whitefish Energy halts restoration work in Puerto Rico over $83M bill
Nov. 21, 2017 -
South Carolina utilities debate V.C. Summer fate as 6-week deadline looms
Nov. 21, 2017 -
Montana utility considers closing coal plant
Nov. 21, 2017 -
Mississippi utilities seek higher rates as gas prices rise
Nov. 20, 2017 -
Westar proposes new wind offering for large C&I customers
Nov. 20, 2017 -
Latest GridEx simulation models 'fake news' campaigns, Ukraine cyberattack
Nov. 20, 2017 -
Rhode Island grid mod plan to focus on renewables integration, cost control
Nov. 20, 2017 -
EPA to push coal ash rule revisions at DC Circuit hearing
Nov. 19, 2017 -
PREPA director Ricardo Ramos resigns amid Whitefish contract scandal
Nov. 17, 2017 -
FERC rejects New York petition for rehearing over Millennium pipeline project, setting up court battle
Nov. 17, 2017 -
Northern Pass transmission project moves closer to construction with DOE approval
Nov. 17, 2017 -
Maine proposes new wind development rules
Nov. 17, 2017 -
SCE&G proposes new gas, solar generation to replace failed Summer nuke expansion
Nov. 17, 2017 -
US eyes safety rules for small modular reactors, as nuclear touted at UN climate meeting
Nov. 16, 2017 -
Texas, Pennsylvania commissions back to full strength after new appointments
Nov. 16, 2017 -
APS customers say new bills higher than expected after rate case decision
Nov. 16, 2017 -
PPL Corp. to shutter 2 older coal-fired units in Kentucky
Nov. 16, 2017 -
EPA: 85% of US counties meet latest ozone standards, but other designations delayed
Nov. 16, 2017 -
NERC: Growing gas reliance demands new planning strategies
Nov. 15, 2017 -
DC regulators approve Pepco's $500M undergrounding initiative
Nov. 15, 2017 -
CPUC: California utilities could hit 50% renewables by 2020
Nov. 15, 2017 -
Almost all ComEd customers would have saved money last year with real-time pricing, study finds
Nov. 15, 2017 -
Industry group says more than 2k CCS plants needed to meet Paris climate goals
Nov. 14, 2017 -
60-day clock starts for Trump to decide on solar panel tariffs
Nov. 14, 2017 -
Dominion Virginia to pursue relicensing of North Anna nuke
Nov. 14, 2017 -
National Grid teams with national lab to study transmission modernization, storage
Nov. 14, 2017 -
Federal judge rejects outside oversight for Puerto Rico utility
Nov. 14, 2017 -
This is a test: How NERC plans to up the stakes for this year's GridEx disaster exercise
Nov. 13, 2017 -
Voters ensure Boulder's muni quest will continue
Nov. 13, 2017 -
Texas solar project on hold over looming tariff threat
Nov. 13, 2017 -
PG&E shifts wine country wildfire blame to third-party equipment
Nov. 13, 2017 -
US states, businesses highlight climate efforts at UN meeting in Bonn
Nov. 13, 2017 -
Head of Puerto Rico emergency management resigns amid Whitefish controversy
Nov. 13, 2017 -
Senate confirms industry lawyer Wherum to lead EPA's air quality office
Nov. 10, 2017 -
Rhode Island lays out strategy for grid modernization
Nov. 10, 2017 -
Bloomberg: Duke to spend $200M converting North Carolina coal units to gas
Nov. 10, 2017 -
Peabody-funded study finds Navajo coal plant needed for grid reliability
Nov. 10, 2017 -
Virginia regulators set to unveil new climate plan after Northam victory
Nov. 10, 2017 -
Ohio regulators trim credits, limit system size in new net metering update
Nov. 9, 2017 -
New Pennsylvania bill requires solar credits to come from in-state
Nov. 9, 2017 -
House acts to boost hydro, simplify licensing process
Nov. 9, 2017 -
California draft order cuts PG&E's proposed Diablo Canyon retirement recovery rates
Nov. 9, 2017 -
California moves to double efficiency savings in electric, natural gas uses
Nov. 9, 2017 -
How much energy do those programs save? New tool aims to track and boost efficiency
Nov. 8, 2017 -
NV Energy boasts 'lowest-cost' PPAs for 2 proposed solar projects
Nov. 8, 2017 -
EIA: Power sector CO2 emissions to rise 2% next year despite past declines
Nov. 8, 2017 -
Utility customer experience survey reveals lower cost-to-serve equals higher satisfaction
Nov. 8, 2017 -
Midcontinent ISO prepared for winter with 142 GW of projected supply
Nov. 8, 2017 -
Analysis Group: Time for FERC to consider changes to gas pipeline siting
Nov. 8, 2017 -
Exelon's Texas merchant subsidiary files for bankruptcy
Nov. 7, 2017 -
Regulators deny rehearing of FERC retirement policies
Nov. 7, 2017 -
Ohio sues Rover Pipeline developer over alleged water pollution
Nov. 7, 2017 -
North Dakota regulators OK settlement allowing Otter Tail gas, wind projects to advance
Nov. 7, 2017 -
ISO New England predicts declining loads due to solar, efficiency
Nov. 7, 2017 -
South Carolina regulator steps down to work for Pepco
Nov. 6, 2017 -
Duke to invest $3B to strengthen South Carolina's grid system in 10-year plan
Nov. 6, 2017 -
Massachusetts lawmakers press for law banning 'pipeline tax'
Nov. 6, 2017 -
Empire District to shift from coal generation to wind in new plan
Nov. 3, 2017 -
USDA to invest $2.5B for rural grid upgrades
Nov. 3, 2017 -
Southern looks to monetize Toshiba deal, sell solar assets to fund Vogtle
Nov. 3, 2017 -
California ISO to increase reliability reviews of proposed plant shutdowns
Nov. 3, 2017 -
Lazard: Falling clean energy costs don't yet spell the end of baseload generation
Nov. 2, 2017 -
Puerto Rico requests $10M in FEMA funds to pay Whitefish
Nov. 2, 2017 -
Texas grid operator allows Monticello coal plant retirement
Nov. 2, 2017 -
NRG requests 6-month suspension for Puente Gas plant application
Nov. 2, 2017 -
West Virginia allows Mountain Valley Pipeline to move forward after water concerns addressed
Nov. 2, 2017 -
Military microgrid spending could top $1B annually by 2026, Navigant finds
Nov. 2, 2017 -
Budding marijuana sector brings big load growth, efficiency challenges for utilities
Nov. 1, 2017 -
SoCal Edison looks to decarbonize grid, transportation in new climate plan
Nov. 1, 2017 -
California extends grandfathering period to rooftop solar customers on older TOU rates
Nov. 1, 2017 -
SCANA CEO retires in wake of VC Summer nuclear abandonment
Nov. 1, 2017 -
FERC sees few regulations limiting domestic energy use or development
Nov. 1, 2017 -
New York, FERC at odds over construction of gas plant pipeline
Nov. 1, 2017 -
FirstEnergy won't wait to see if DOE market proposal can turn around its merchant fortunes
Oct. 31, 2017 -
California regulators direct utilities to hold a 2018 DRAM auction
Oct. 31, 2017 -
Enel moves into EV charging space with eMotorWerks acquisition
Oct. 31, 2017 -
New York Green Bank seeks $1B in private sector investment for clean energy projects
Oct. 31, 2017 -
Utilities focus on plausibility, prevention in preparing for worst-case scenarios
Oct. 31, 2017 -
Mountain Valley Pipeline files lawsuit to condemn 300 Virginian properties
Oct. 31, 2017 -
FBI to probe Whitefish-Puerto Rico contract, WSJ reports
Oct. 31, 2017 -
New Hampshire House committee votes to end RGGI-funded efficiency investments
Oct. 30, 2017 -
Vistra Energy to acquire Dynegy in $1.7B all-stock deal
Oct. 30, 2017 -
New York threatens EPA lawsuit over cross-state air pollution
Oct. 30, 2017 -
Oklahoma Corporation Commission website remains down following cyberattack
Oct. 30, 2017 -
FEMA will probe Whitefish-PREPA contract, citing 'significant concerns'
Oct. 27, 2017 -
Michigan regulators greenlight pair of gas plants for Upper Peninsula
Oct. 27, 2017 -
Texas regulator has tough questions for Sempra over Oncor purchase
Oct. 27, 2017 -
Michigan regulators to solicit input on electric vehicle pilots in new order
Oct. 27, 2017 -
Whitefish-PREPA contract aimed to avoid government oversight
Oct. 27, 2017 -
Exelon taps GE software to improve reliability at its 6 utilities
Oct. 26, 2017 -
Small Montana company aiding Puerto Rico power restoration under increasing scrutiny
Oct. 26, 2017 -
As California battles wildfires, 10 year-old case comes to the forefront
Oct. 26, 2017 -
Florida regulators approve Duke settlement, ending the Levy nuclear project
Oct. 26, 2017 -
EPA, DOE target regulatory reviews, eliminations in response to Trump executive order
Oct. 26, 2017 -
Demand response's demise in PJM has been greatly exaggerated, report argues
Oct. 25, 2017 -
Report: California utilities delaying efforts to map power lines seen as potential wildfire cause
Oct. 25, 2017 -
Tesla's first Puerto Rico battery project is a microgrid at a children's hospital
Oct. 25, 2017 -
Massachusetts regulators to review allegations Eversource, Avangrid constrained pipelines
Oct. 25, 2017 -
Hydro-Quebec, DOE to explore collaboration on storage, EVs
Oct. 25, 2017 -
Another study pins coal retirements on cheap gas, stagnant load growth
Oct. 25, 2017 -
Puerto Rico considers privatization for island's generation
Oct. 24, 2017 -
DOE's cost recovery NOPR could raise consumer costs by $10B annually, new analysis finds
Oct. 24, 2017 -
Hawaii expands rooftop solar, storage options for residential customers
Oct. 24, 2017 -
US sounds alarm over increased cyber threat to energy, other sectors
Oct. 24, 2017 -
NY regulators move to protect consumers in DER market
Oct. 24, 2017 -
Florida Power & Light proposes new $888M gas unit
Oct. 23, 2017 -
New Florida muni solar program cuts NEM rates, includes battery storage incentives
Oct. 23, 2017 -
Exelon's Pepco nets partial rate increase from Maryland regulators
Oct. 23, 2017 -
Michigan UP customers could see $24M in refunds from Presque Isle coal plant dispute
Oct. 23, 2017 -
Illinois regulators tighten rules for retail electricity marketers
Oct. 23, 2017 -
SCANA customers are owed $1B over failed Summer nuke project, ratepayer advocate says
Oct. 20, 2017 -
Report: Less than 1/3 of utility customers enroll in energy management programs
Oct. 20, 2017 -
New Texas wind farm is Amazon's largest
Oct. 20, 2017 -
FERC to consider NERC's proposed cybersecurity standards
Oct. 20, 2017 -
Arizona Gov. Ducey appoints tax analyst to replace utility regulator Doug Little
Oct. 20, 2017 -
Utilities dispatched 10.7 GW of demand response in 2016, SEPA-Navigant report says
Oct. 19, 2017 -
Texas' planned coal retirements could depress ERCOT reserve margin
Oct. 19, 2017 -
PJM approves $1B in transmission upgrades
Oct. 19, 2017 -
Sunrun, nonprofits partner to deliver renewables projects to Puerto Rico
Oct. 19, 2017 -
Western EIM accrues $40M in benefits for members in Q3, says California grid operator
Oct. 19, 2017 -
Charging options in focus as Florida prepares for rise of electric vehicles
Oct. 18, 2017 -
Brattle: Despite NOPR, Trump energy policies unlikely to boost coal
Oct. 18, 2017 -
Sierra Club: DOE cost recovery rule could cost consumers billions in higher bills
Oct. 18, 2017 -
Federal court remands Mountain Valley Pipeline water quality permit to West Virginia agency
Oct. 18, 2017 -
Dominion Virginia seeks 300 MW of solar, onshore wind
Oct. 18, 2017 -
DOE offers $26M for carbon capture technology research
Oct. 18, 2017 -
Florida regulators deny FPL nuclear cost recovery for 2017
Oct. 18, 2017 -
EPA moves to deny greens legal tool by ending 'sue and settle' practice
Oct. 17, 2017 -
Pipeline backers, New York duel over water quality certificates
Oct. 17, 2017 -
California officials begin probing PG&E's role in massive wildfires
Oct. 16, 2017 -
Texas wind capacity could soon exceed coal after retirements, new analysis says
Oct. 16, 2017 -
FERC, Barclays near settlement over $435M fine for US market manipulation
Oct. 16, 2017 -
Sonnen plans solar+storage virtual power plant in Arizona home development
Oct. 16, 2017 -
A trio of storms could mean grid modernization in hard-hit areas
Oct. 5, 2017 -
FERC eschews social cost of carbon measurement in new downstream analysis
Oct. 2, 2017 -
Report: Dominion to consider expanding Atlantic Coast Pipeline into South Carolina
Oct. 2, 2017 -
Illinois to track emission reductions related to advanced metering
Sept. 29, 2017 -
Massachusetts stays atop NGO's state energy efficiency rankings
Sept. 29, 2017 -
Florida governor reshapes PSC with 3 appointments
Sept. 29, 2017 -
PacifiCorp launches RFP for 1,270 MW of Wyoming wind
Sept. 29, 2017 -
South Carolina AG: SCANA should not charge customers for failed Summer nuke
Sept. 28, 2017 -
$1B loan offer to struggling Puerto Rico utility may be rejected
Sept. 28, 2017 -
NERC proposal targets cybersecurity risks in electric system supply chains
Sept. 28, 2017 -
South Dakota project to make Xcel first over 10 GW wind capacity
Sept. 28, 2017 -
Maryland sues EPA to get 36 coal-fired plants to increase pollution controls
Sept. 28, 2017 -
Arizona utility will use 'reverse demand response' to avoid renewables curtailment
Sept. 27, 2017 -
SolarCity to pay $29.5M to settle false claims allegations
Sept. 27, 2017 -
Crisis in Puerto Rico deepens as generator fuel supplies run low
Sept. 27, 2017 -
Central Maine Power seeks permit to transmit cheap hydro from Canada
Sept. 27, 2017 -
EPA initiative targets regulatory burden for utilities, other industries
Sept. 27, 2017 -
Renewable developers respond in droves to New York solicitation
Sept. 27, 2017 -
Michigan regulators trim Consumers Energy's proposed nuclear plant buy-out
Sept. 26, 2017 -
Duke Energy to disclose coal ash data following lawsuit threat
Sept. 26, 2017 -
Mission impossible? How utilities are minimizing disruptions from inevitable storms
Sept. 26, 2017 -
More renewables, much less coal in Ameren Missouri's future
Sept. 26, 2017 -
Kansas solar customers could face higher rates, fees
Sept. 26, 2017 -
New Jersey to examine solar incentives, cost differentials
Sept. 26, 2017 -
Facebook selects 100% renewable energy option for headquarters
Sept. 25, 2017 -
Sempra-backed study slams San Diego community choice aspirations
Sept. 25, 2017 -
Illinois Supreme Court ruling endangers Clean Line transmission project
Sept. 25, 2017 -
Indiana regulators approve Vectren's 7-year grid modernization plan
Sept. 25, 2017 -
Texas governor taps DeAnn Walker to lead PUC
Sept. 25, 2017 -
North Carolina joins climate alliance to meet Paris accord target
Sept. 22, 2017 -
GridLiance completes transmission acquisition from Nevada utility
Sept. 22, 2017 -
Earthjustice to sue Duke Energy over coal ash data disclosure
Sept. 22, 2017 -
High returns on new pipelines spur unnecessary capacity, report argues
Sept. 22, 2017 -
Ohio fines Rover Pipeline $2.3M for alleged water, air violations
Sept. 22, 2017 -
Report: States take the reins on clean energy, despite federal policy changes
Sept. 21, 2017 -
In effort to boost resiliency, CAISO starts automated modeling of power plant losses
Sept. 21, 2017 -
Battery storage could help New York City's ambitious energy, climate goals, report says
Sept. 21, 2017 -
EDF sees rapid EV growth in business, reflecting global trend
Sept. 21, 2017 -
Commonwealth Edison, Illinois Tech partner on 'microgrid cluster'
Sept. 20, 2017 -
FERC nominees Glick, McIntyre get Senate committee nod
Sept. 20, 2017 -
Class action lawsuit targets FPL, Hurricane Irma recovery
Sept. 20, 2017 -
Chamber of Commerce: 'Diverse and balanced' power portfolio saves more than $100B annually
Sept. 20, 2017 -
Michigan regulators make changes to state's choice program
Sept. 19, 2017 -
NYC mayor targets large buildings in proposed efficiency program
Sept. 19, 2017 -
Arkansas net metering working group fails to reach consensus
Sept. 19, 2017 -
Puget Sound Energy, stakeholders reach partial settlement over Colstrip cost recovery
Sept. 19, 2017 -
New York regulators unveil new DER compensation implementation plan
Sept. 19, 2017 -
As operators update grid planning for renewables, transmission remains key constraint
Sept. 18, 2017 -
FERC overrules New York permit denial for Millennium gas pipeline
Sept. 18, 2017 -
Irma restoration expected to conclude this week as Duke apologizes for lapses
Sept. 18, 2017 -
North Carolina regulators push back Atlantic Coast Pipeline decision
Sept. 18, 2017 -
Colorado regulators deny much of Boulder's muni plan
Sept. 18, 2017 -
Missouri regulators to tackle utility regulations, DERs
Sept. 18, 2017 -
Mountain Valley Pipeline faces new scrutiny, citizen lawsuits
Sept. 15, 2017 -
Arizona regulator Doug Little appointed to DOE
Sept. 15, 2017 -
DOE seeks stakeholder input, data for net metering cost-benefit study
Sept. 15, 2017 -
EPA delays rule limiting toxic metal discharges from coal plants
Sept. 15, 2017 -
Salt River Project snags regulatory approval for new transmission line
Sept. 14, 2017 -
California lawmakers mull using carbon trading revenues for EV incentives
Sept. 14, 2017 -
Anheuser-Busch buys enough wind power to brew 20 billion beers a year
Sept. 14, 2017 -
Judge rejects lawsuit targeting mine operations, coal plant on Navajo land
Sept. 14, 2017 -
CAISO expansion legislation delayed until 2018
Sept. 14, 2017 -
Can used batteries be the key to unlock EV charging profits?
Sept. 13, 2017 -
Federal court grants EPA stay on Utah regional haze decision
Sept. 13, 2017 -
Consumer advocates push back against NV Energy's proposal to raise fixed fees
Sept. 13, 2017 -
Cybersecurity, resiliency focus of $50M funding for DOE labs
Sept. 13, 2017 -
Michigan advocates fear rollback of retail electric choice program
Sept. 13, 2017 -
EIA: Coal production increases will continue through 2018
Sept. 13, 2017 -
Illinois regulators approve lower efficiency goals for Ameren
Sept. 12, 2017 -
West Virginia agency vacates water permit for Mountain Valley Pipeline project
Sept. 12, 2017 -
Half of Florida still without power as Irma churns into Southeast
Sept. 12, 2017 -
Arizona Public Service wants to boost customer storage incentive funding 50%
Sept. 12, 2017 -
Atlantic Sunrise Pipeline project gains air quality plan approval from Pennsylvania officials
Sept. 12, 2017 -
California energy interests set to square off over Puente natural gas plant
Sept. 11, 2017 -
Millions without power in Florida as FPL warns of 'extensive' Irma rebuild
Sept. 11, 2017 -
Dominion to propose Virginia community solar programs
Sept. 11, 2017 -
APS proposes 'reverse demand response' in new demand-side management plan
Sept. 11, 2017 -
US added 2.4 GW of solar resources in Q2, SEIA says
Sept. 11, 2017 -
Arizona regulator can't demand campaign finance records, APS says
Sept. 11, 2017 -
Report: NRC Commissioner Baran to be renominated
Sept. 8, 2017 -
'Clean coal' production facility slated for Pennsylvania
Sept. 8, 2017 -
Florida Power & Light: Rebuilding after Hurricane Irma could take weeks
Sept. 8, 2017 -
Bankruptcy court approves Sempra plan to acquire Oncor
Sept. 8, 2017 -
New emails reveal behind-the-scenes battle over Summer nuke
Sept. 8, 2017 -
FERC rejects Southwest Power Pool resource adequacy proposal
Sept. 7, 2017 -
Report: CPS Energy should cease investments in Texas coal plant
Sept. 7, 2017 -
FirstEnergy revises agreement