Resistance to LePage’s solar policies grows in Maine
Environmental groups are pushing back on both the dismantling of net metering and increased interconnection fees on solar owners, in the courts and in public hearings.
Energy Secretary Perry grants FERC 30-day extension to craft coal, nuke bailout
The commission now has until January 10 to create the “Grid Resiliency Pricing Rule” the Secretary demanded in September, but Perry said he will examine all available remedies as FERC continues its work.
Conference Committee to meet Wednesday on tax reform without Grassley
The fate of the controversial “BEAT” provision and other potentially damaging measures to renewable energy finance remains unclear.
New FERC chairman asks for extension on crafting nuke, coal bailout rule
On the same day Kevin McIntyre took his place as the chairman of the commission, he pleaded with Secretary of Energy Rick Perry to grant at 30-day extension to create a rule to subsidize nuclear and coal plants.
Fitch: Despite policy concerns, outlook stable for U.S. renewables (w/ chart)
The credit ratings agency says that despite moves by the Trump Administration, the increasing competitiveness and predictable output of renewable energy still makes it a good bet.
Very much at risk: ACORE CEO Greg Wetstone on solar, wind and tax reform
In this interview, ACORE CEO Greg Wetstone gives insights into the political mobilizations to stop the BEAT provision and other changes to the tax bill that could impact renewable energy investment.
Solar trade decision in Trump’s hands after uneventful hearing
Both sides of the Section 201 trade decision repeated the same arguments they’ve been making since April to a new audience – but one that lacked the one man all had hoped to see.
Amended Illinois renewable energy plan headed to regulators
The Illinois Power Agency has updated its Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan and filed it with the Illinois Commerce Commission for spring 2018 approval.
Maine net metering dismantling pushed back to May
Local advocates blasted the program and state regulators, calling on lawmakers to use the opportunity to repeal the rule.
SEIA pushes America First solar policy as industry descends on D.C.
As the industry meets with the U.S. Trade Representative for one last hearing on the Suniva/SolarWorld trade case before he offers advice to President Trump, the national association pushes its latest lobbying message.
