Top news The new program aims to cut utility-scale solar costs to $0.03/kWh and boost durability and efficiency in panels. |
Feature Story Rate-based returns on distributed resources could allow utilities to displace traditional investments and drive a community solar boom. |
Last year, the EPA ordered Rocky Mountain Power to install pollution controls on two coal-fired power plants in Utah. The agency is now reconsidering that plan. |
For decades, customers regarded electricity as a commodity, and electric utilities as its regional monopoly providers. Fast forward to today, and the landscape is undergoing a tectonic shift. |
The companies plan to offer a suite of energy tools, including solar arrays, an EV charger, a home battery and an intelligent energy management system. |
The Nevada utility wants to raise fixed monthly charges for non-solar customers from $12.75 to $16.76 in its application to set new rooftop solar rates. |
The Michigan Public Service Commission is considering requiring alternative suppliers to procure the electricity they sell from in-state generators. |
Coal production in August was 8% higher than the same time in 2016. Year-over-year increases are expected this year and next. |
The funding targets next generation tools and technologies, with the largest chunk going to enhance the resiliency of distribution systems. |
Even in California's nation-leading storage market, stacking battery benefits still faces regulatory and rate design challenges, a new report finds. |
Feature Story Greater operational flexibility, customer savings, frequency response and black start capability were among the advantages cited by utilities in pursuing storage absent any legal requirement. |
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