Lawsuit over Elon Musk’s influence in SolarCity acquisition moves ahead
A Delaware judge has decided that the probability that Musk had significant influence and control over Tesla’s board means the lawsuit should move forward.
FirstEnergy asks DOE for emergency coal, nuclear bailout
The power company is asking for Secretary Perry to use emergency powers to bail out coal and nuclear power plants in the PJM region, as its wholesale generation arm nears bankruptcy.
JA Solar issues strong response to IP theft allegations
Chinese module manufacturer JA Solar has issued a statement refuting assertions made by SolarWorld in hearings conducted last year, which were reported last week in the findings of United States Trade Representative (USTR) report into Chinese practices related to intellectual property.
California’s 100% renewable energy initiative gains steam
A broad coalition is pushing legislation to increase California’s Renewable Portfolio Standard to 60% by 2030, with 100% CO2 free electricity by 2045.
Arizona governor signs anti-renewables law
Governor Doug Ducey has signed a law which could allow the state’s electric utilities to ignore renewable energy mandates with a fine as small as $100.
Congress overrules Trump, increasing efficiency and renewables budget
In the budget passed by the House and Senate to keep the government funded through September, funding for ARPA-E and the DOE’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy office both increased by around 15%.
Massachusetts calls for ‘Clean Peak Standard’ to green dirtiest, most expensive power
The State specified that retail electricity suppliers must provide customers with clean electricity during defined ‘clean peak periods’, at less than $0.005/kWh averaged across annual usage.
Vivint sued by New Mexico over sales practices
The lawsuit alleges customers were misled on savings from solar leases and whether liens could be placed, in aggressive sales situations.
Tesla to sell 25 MW battery as part of Salt River Project settlement
Judge ruled SRP acted illegally against solar power customers as a monopoly power by changing rates in 2015. Settlement does not end customer charge.
Former Level Solar CEO calls for liquidation
Former Level Solar CEO Richard Keiser has filed a motion for the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy to be converted to a Chapter 7 liquidation, in a web of accusations and counter-accusations.
