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APS parent Pinnacle West’s 2022 net income plunges 22% on disallowed cost recovery
Arizona regulators denied APS recovery of more than $200 million it spent to modernize the Four Corners coal plant. As a result, the company “faced major financial headwinds” last year, officials said.
By Robert Walton • Feb. 28, 2023 -
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PJM launches fast-track capacity market reform process in face of shrinking reserve margins
The effort comes as the PJM Interconnection finds new resources aren’t keeping pace with power plant retirements and load growth.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 27, 2023 -
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TrendlineThe Utility Dive Outlook on 2023
2023 promises to be another busy year for the U.S. energy transition as stakeholders move to implement new clean energy measures while tackling growing security, reliability, equity and affordability challenges.
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DOE to offer $2.5B for carbon capture projects at power plants, industrial sites
Demonstration projects could be built at two coal-fired power plants, two gas-fired plants and two industrial facilities.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 24, 2023 -
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Westinghouse Electric to submit key nuclear microreactor licensing reports for US-Canadian review
Most microreactors, which can generate up to 20 MW, are designed to be portable and may be hauled by a tractor-trailer.
By Stephen Singer • Feb. 24, 2023 -
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FERC approves PJM’s mid-auction capacity rule change over protests from NRG, Vistra, other generators
The decision violates the filed-rate doctrine and is akin to playing blackjack at the “Federal Energy Regulatory Casino,” which can change the rules in the middle of a game, according to FERC Commissioner James Danly.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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PSEG to consider nuclear plant investments, capitalizing on the IRA’s production tax credits, CEO says
The Inflation Reduction Act is a “game-changer that should provide the stability required for long-term viability of the U.S. nuclear fleet,” CEO Ralph LaRossa said.
By Stephen Singer • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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EPA reverses Trump-era decision on power plant mercury standards, paving way for stricter limits
The decision on Friday was needed for any future tightening of mercury and other emissions limits for power plants.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 21, 2023 -
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Bipartisan legislation would increase US uranium production to promote nuclear energy
To the extent possible, DOE will not disrupt or replace market mechanisms by competing with U.S. nuclear energy companies, according to the legislation.
By Stephen Singer • Feb. 21, 2023 -
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Amid high energy prices, SCE VP, other experts push to reduce California’s reliance on natural gas
The push follows a recent report that found the California Independent System Operator’s energy market saw additional wholesale costs of $3 billion in December.
By Kavya Balaraman • Feb. 16, 2023 -
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NRC issues first update of 2010 regulatory guide to strengthen cybersecurity at nuclear plants
The revision incorporates references to industry guidance on identifying and protecting critical digital assets. It also clarifies guidance on comprehensive protections for cybersecurity.
By Stephen Singer • Feb. 13, 2023 -
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FERC approves Western Resource Adequacy Program for regional capacity sharing
Utilities such as Arizona Public Service, PacifiCorp and Puget Sound Energy will be able to share capacity through the program that takes effect in 2025.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 13, 2023 -
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OpinionRenewables would provide cheaper energy than 99% of US coal plants and catalyze a just energy transition
Investment in lower-cost wind and solar resources is an economic opportunity worth up to $589 billion, providing jobs and tax base to coal communities.
By Michelle Solomon and Mike O’Boyle • Feb. 9, 2023 -
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Feinstein, Newsom press FERC on potential Western gas market manipulation as energy prices spike
Wholesale electricity prices in California jumped fivefold in December compared with December 2021, to an average of $250/MWh, according to the California Independent System Operator.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 8, 2023 -
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Solar group urges FERC to unlock MISO’s ancillary services market for intermittent resources
Allowing wind, solar and hybrid resources to sell ancillary services would increase their revenue, improve reliability and lower overall system costs, the Solar Energy Industries Association said.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 2, 2023 -
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Maine PUC OKs 1-GW Longroad wind farm, LS Power transmission line amid equity and cost concerns
A Maine regulator warned the cost of the energy transition may pose an unfair burden to low- and middle-income people.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 1, 2023 -
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Deep Dive‘No regrets’ approach to big batteries, green hydrogen and grid reliability urgently needed, analysts say
Advanced batteries and green hydrogen promise long-duration energy storage solutions for “net zero” system reliability, but only regulatory policy and market support can fulfill that promise, industry stakeholders say.
By Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 31, 2023 -
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GE Hitachi and 3 partners announce first commercial contract for grid-scale SMR in North America
Site preparation and related work have begun, and the small modular reactor is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2028.
By Stephen Singer • Jan. 30, 2023 -
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Winter storm Elliott proved fossil fuel plants are an infirm resource
The December storm that brought extreme cold to much of the nation demonstrated—yet again—that fossil fuels fail when electricity is needed most.
Jan. 30, 2023 -
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As SMR developer X-energy moves to go public, merger partner Ares cautions investors about risks
Investors were warned of small modular reactors’ limited operating experience and other challenges that could lead to higher-than-expected construction costs, maintenance requirements and operating expenses.
By Stephen Singer • Jan. 27, 2023 -
EPA proposes rejecting DTE, SRP and other generator requests to keep using coal ash basins
Any final deadlines to stop putting coal ash in unlined basins could be delayed if they would cause power plants to shut and threaten grid reliability, according to the EPA.
By Ethan Howland • Jan. 26, 2023 -
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‘We got lucky.’ A stronger 2022 storm season could have threatened grid recovery: EEI
The evolving power grid faces a host of challenges, speakers at the North American Electric Reliability Corp.’s 2023 Reliability Leadership Summit said Wednesday.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 26, 2023 -
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Carlyle, Schneider joint venture AlphaStruxure plans 11.4-MW microgrid at JFK airport terminal
The airport terminal could operate during gridwide outages powered by a microgrid featuring 7.7 MW of rooftop solar, 3.7 MW of fuel cells and 2 MW of battery storage.
By Ethan Howland • Jan. 26, 2023 -
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2023 US Power Sector Outlook
2023 promises to be another busy year for the U.S. energy transition as stakeholders move to implement new clean energy measures while tackling growing security, reliability, equity and affordability challenges.
By The Utility Dive Team • Jan. 25, 2023 -
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OpinionGreen hydrogen – The fuel of the future if we lead with data
Grid-enabled clean hydrogen can be a powerful decarbonization tool if the production involves 100% hourly-matched, locally-procured, clean generation established specifically for the clean hydrogen generator.
By Benjamin L. Gerber • Jan. 25, 2023 -
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NuScale Power’s small modular reactor design is first in US to get NRC approval
With the NRC’s certification of the NuScale design, “SMRs are no longer an abstract concept,” an assistant secretary of energy said.
By Stephen Singer • Jan. 24, 2023
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