Trump reiterates delusive “clean coal” message
In YouTube video outlining the first 100 days of his administration, the president-elect again promises to bring coal jobs back — a pledge he cannot possibly keep
TVA & NextEra put online Alabama’s largest PV plant
The 75 MW River Bend Solar Energy Center represents a rare entry by TVA into the world of non-hydro renewable energy.
FERC proposal requires utilities to accommodate DERs, storage
The federal energy regulatory body wants to compel current wholesale electricity suppliers to let DER providers, including storage, to compete in the markets. This follows regulatory action on DER in New York and California.
Meet the Secretary of Energy shortlist
Who will President-elect Donald J. Trump choose as his Secretary of Energy? No one really knows — but the smart money says it will be one of these people
From the editor: For Trump and solar, don’t borrow trouble
There are many uncertainties about what a Trump Administration will bring. But the impacts on solar may be less than many fear.
GTM Research: Global solar demand to contract 7% next year before sustained growth
The company’s report predicts that next year’s lull in solar demand to be less steep than originally feared, with compound annual growth rate of 9% to return in 2018 through 2021.
Nexamp grows community solar in Massachusetts
The developer and EPC has completed 5 MW-DC of community solar in the last week, and will have nearly 35 MW built by the end of 2016.
NARUC approves final DER rate-design manual
Under consideration for more than a year, the final suggestions by the national regulators group offers suggestions and guidance on solar rate design
BLM codifies new solar leasing rules
After five years of careful consideration, the government agency announced new rules governing the leasing of public lands for renewable energy projects
Bill for massive coal, nuclear bailout, residential demand charges introduced in Illinois
SB2814 would introduce demand charges for residential customers, and could drown out new renewables in the state.
