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02.06.18 Solar-Plus-Storage 37

Tesla’s Latest South Australia Battery Project to Rival the Capacity of a Coal Plant

The project is being hailed as “the world’s largest virtual power plant.” But what exactly does that mean?

by Katie Fehrenbacher

02.05.18 Nuclear 52

The Florida-based utility recently withdrew from the nuclear energy trade group.

NextEra Sues NEI, Citing Efforts to ‘Distort Electric Energy Markets’

The Nuclear Energy Institute is accused of “extortion,” creating a “false sense of panic,” and “maligning the operations of its members”—among other things.

by Julia Pyper

02.05.18 Finance & VC 0

Early in the year, companies remain interested in clean energy investments.

After Tax Reform, Corporates Show Continued Interest in Direct Renewables Investment

Clean energy consultants say they’ve seen a spike in inquiries, even as companies assess their options in an uncertain tax equity market.

by Emma Foehringer Merchant

02.05.18 Energy 0

AES Corporation is hoping to shift to a leaner, more renewables-heavy business model.

AES Corporation Reshuffles to Cut Costs and Carbon Emissions

The energy transition hits home at another multinational power provider.

by Julian Spector

10.21.21 Finance & VC

Where Will DOE’s Loan Program Make the Next Climate Tech Investments?

48 by Stephen Lacey

10.23.21 Fossil Fuels

What the Frack Is Happening With Natural Gas Prices?

15 by Stephen Lacey

10.14.21

With an Energy Crisis Brewing, No Peak in Sight for Emissions

9 by Stephen Lacey

02.05.18 Energy Storage 6

Alevo's grid-scale storage assets are on the auction block.

Alevo Administrators to Wrap Up Sale of Grid-Storage Assets in a ‘Couple of Weeks’

The bidding process is still ongoing.

by Jason Deign

02.05.18 Utilities 5

The path toward privatizing Puerto Rico's utility is far from clear.

Puerto Rico’s Utility Moves Toward Privatization, With Strained Cooperation

A plan is solidifying, but the power struggles continue.

by Emma Foehringer Merchant

Utility Ratemaking Trends to Watch For in 2018

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Utility Ratemaking Trends to Watch For in 2018

Fixed fee hikes, mandatory demand charges and new dockets to support EV charging infrastructure.

by Julia Pyper | February 2, 2018

02.02.18 Microgrids 24

Efficient Engine Startup EtaGen Attracts High-Profile Strategic Investors

AEP, Statoil and Centrica have joined Bill Gates and Khosla Ventures as backers in a company that makes engines for buildings and microgrids.

by Katie Fehrenbacher

Arizona Just Raised the Bar for Innovative Clean Grid Policy

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Arizona Just Raised the Bar for Innovative Clean Grid Policy

The proposed blending of renewables targets with peak storage delivery should give other states something to think about.

by Julian Spector | February 2, 2018

02.02.18 Software & Analytics 2

Sacramento is getting a new DER modeling tool with help from Clean Power Research.

How Utility-Startup Mashups Are Bringing New Grid Tech to Market

The latest from our Distributech notebook: Clean Power Research and SMUD launch a real-time DER planning platform; PowerRunner fine-tunes loads and losses for Ameren.

by Jeff St. John

Here’s a Forecast for Every Major Distributed Energy Technology

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Here’s a Forecast for Every Major Distributed Energy Technology

What do the numbers tell us will happen in solar, wind, storage, smart meters, CHP and microgrids?

by Stephen Lacey | February 2, 2018

02.01.18 Water 14

Concern over impacts to the scenic White Mountains has stymied the development of the Northern Pass transmission line.

New Hampshire Rejects Northern Pass Transmission Line Permit

The rapid response justifies some of the Northern Pass critics’ concerns. It also jeopardizes Massachusetts’ clean energy procurement plans.

by Julian Spector

02.01.18 Regulation & Policy 59

San Onofre will be replaced by hundreds of megawatts of natural gas, despite objections.

Southern California Utilities to Pay $775M in San Onofre Closure Deal

The settlement replaces a scandal-tainted plan to have ratepayers shoulder liabilities of $3.3 billion—and serves as a reminder of nuclear power’s long-term costs.

by Jeff St. John

02.01.18 Wind Projects 55

Americans Don’t Mind Wind Turbines Near Their Homes, Say Government Researchers

On this week’s Energy Gang podcast: We dig into Americans’ perceptions of large-scale wind.

by Stephen Lacey

02.01.18 Policy 13

The European Union will decide on its 2030 clean energy goals later this year.

European Parliament Pushes for More Ambitious Renewable Energy Targets

But the parliament’s 2030 proposal still has to win out over a weaker EU Council plan.

by Jason Deign

02.01.18 Markets & Policy 8

Which states will be hit hardest by Trump's solar tariffs?

Forecast Shows How Trump Tariffs Will Hurt Solar Growth, State by State

California and Texas are hit hardest on a megawatt basis; Montana and Idaho face the steepest percentage declines.

by Lacey Johnson

Our podcast supergroup comes together to analyze the 30% solar import tariff.

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Transcript: How Tariffs Will Erase 7.6GW of Solar Demand Over the Next 5 Years

A transcript version of our podcast conversations on Trump’s 30% solar import tariff.

by Stephen Lacey | February 1, 2018

01.31.18 Water 81

The Northern Pass decision has sparked an uproar from communities that are otherwise supportive of boosting clean energy.

The Controversy Surrounding Massachusetts’ $1.6B Hydropower Transmission Line

If Massachusetts can’t agree on its clean energy strategy, who can?

by Julian Spector

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01.31.18 Solar 4

2018 will be the first triple-digit year for the global solar market -- but it will also have some bumps.

Research Spotlight

10 Trends That Will Shape the Global Solar Market in 2018

GTM Research’s team of solar analysts put some numbers behind their 2018 predictions.

by Mike Munsell

01.31.18 Solar 12

South Carolina Republican Matt Moore disagrees with Trump's tariffs.

After Trump’s Solar Tariffs, a Conservative Case for Solar

“We appreciate the president looking out for American workers, but American workers are already winning with solar.”

by Emma Foehringer Merchant

01.31.18 Software & Analytics 1

Listen to Our New Energy Blockchain Podcast Segment, ‘Consensus’

On this week’s episode of The Interchange, can GTM’s leader help us understand blockchain applications in energy?

by Stephen Lacey

01.31.18 Manufacturing 23

Jinko's American-made modules could enjoy a 15 percent price advantage over imported solar panels.

JinkoSolar Set to Build a US Factory, the First Planned in Response to Tariffs

Taiwanese solar manufacturer United Renewable Energy is also planning to launch a new U.S. module facility in the wake of Trump’s tariff decision.

by Julia Pyper

01.30.18 Policy 59

Trump underscored his pro-coal agenda at his first SOTU.

Trump Touts the End of the ‘War on American Energy’

President Trump delivered his first State of the Union address Tuesday, noting his accomplishments on energy and trade—but with few specifics.

by Emma Foehringer Merchant

01.30.18 Wind Markets & Policy 0

The U.S. is forecast to install more than 2.3 gigawatts of offshore wind by 2026, according to MAKE Consulting.

Research Spotlight

Offshore Wind Is Taking Off in America

Analysis on the market from MAKE Consulting. Plus, don’t miss an exclusive livestream with expert panelists this week on the opportunity for offshore in New York state.

by Manja Meister

01.30.18 Energy Storage 8

Sunny Arizona could pioneer a comprehensive storage-plus-clean-energy makeover.

Arizona Regulator Proposes Biggest Storage and Clean Energy Target Yet

The state would pursue 80 percent clean energy by 2050 and 3,000 megawatts of energy storage by 2030 if regulators adopt the proposal.

by Julian Spector

How Cheap and Abundant Can Clean Power Get?

Climate Fintech Startup Atmos Financial Puts Savings to Work for Clean Energy

Could Chile’s Auction Help Save CSP From Oblivion?

What the Coming Wave of Distributed Energy Resources Means for the US Grid

Extreme Weather Keeps Maxing Out the Grid

A Wartime Plan for Electrifying America

An Island’s Path to 100% Renewables

Are Batteries at a Turning Point?

Storage Integrator FlexGen Gains New Leadership at Crucial Time

Vestas Ventures Makes First Investment With Stake in Wooden Tower Start-Up

Vestas Launches World’s Largest Turbines as 'Big 3' Competition Ramps Up

BP, RWE and EnBW Win Big in UK Offshore Wind Leasing Round

How Cheap and Abundant Can Clean Power Get?

Climate Fintech Startup Atmos Financial Puts Savings to Work for Clean Energy

Could Chile’s Auction Help Save CSP From Oblivion?

Tesla’s Latest South Australia Battery Project to Rival the Capacity of a Coal Plant

NextEra Sues NEI, Citing Efforts to ‘Distort Electric Energy Markets’

After Tax Reform, Corporates Show Continued Interest in Direct Renewables Investment

AES Corporation Reshuffles to Cut Costs and Carbon Emissions

Where Will DOE’s Loan Program Make the Next Climate Tech Investments?

What the Frack Is Happening With Natural Gas Prices?

With an Energy Crisis Brewing, No Peak in Sight for Emissions

Alevo Administrators to Wrap Up Sale of Grid-Storage Assets in a ‘Couple of Weeks’

Puerto Rico’s Utility Moves Toward Privatization, With Strained Cooperation

Utility Ratemaking Trends to Watch For in 2018

Efficient Engine Startup EtaGen Attracts High-Profile Strategic Investors

Arizona Just Raised the Bar for Innovative Clean Grid Policy

How Utility-Startup Mashups Are Bringing New Grid Tech to Market

Here’s a Forecast for Every Major Distributed Energy Technology

New Hampshire Rejects Northern Pass Transmission Line Permit

Southern California Utilities to Pay $775M in San Onofre Closure Deal

Americans Don’t Mind Wind Turbines Near Their Homes, Say Government Researchers

European Parliament Pushes for More Ambitious Renewable Energy Targets

Forecast Shows How Trump Tariffs Will Hurt Solar Growth, State by State

Transcript: How Tariffs Will Erase 7.6GW of Solar Demand Over the Next 5 Years

The Controversy Surrounding Massachusetts’ $1.6B Hydropower Transmission Line

10 Trends That Will Shape the Global Solar Market in 2018

After Trump’s Solar Tariffs, a Conservative Case for Solar

Listen to Our New Energy Blockchain Podcast Segment, ‘Consensus’

JinkoSolar Set to Build a US Factory, the First Planned in Response to Tariffs

Trump Touts the End of the ‘War on American Energy’

Offshore Wind Is Taking Off in America

Arizona Regulator Proposes Biggest Storage and Clean Energy Target Yet