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Details emerge about Department of Energy's 'super‑grid' renewable study

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory study was pulled back by DOE headquarters, which called for more work on the findings.

By EnergyWire . 30 October 2019
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Study: Northeast clean energy plans inadequate to meet climate goals

New England's six states are falling short of the low-carbon energy deployment needed to reach their shared 2050 climate goals, according to a new analysis from the Brattle Group.

By EnergyWire . 8 October 2019
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Coal has always been king in the South. Now that's changing

As more natural gas and renewable power comes online, coal plants are running less. Yet utilities are not always quick to close those coal plants down.

By EnergyWire . 3 October 2019
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Report: City electric vehicle efforts could threaten grid in Seattle and elsewhere

While the analysis focused on Seattle, researchers said the findings highlight a challenge that could await other cities and states with emission-cutting commitments.

By EnergyWire . 5 September 2019
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Offshore wind could save California $2 billion, report says

Offshore wind could help hold down costs for ratepayers as the state pursues its emissions goals, according to a new study commissioned by a company that hopes to build wind turbines off the coast.

By EnergyWire . 21 August 2019
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How officials from 4 states view Trump's new carbon rule

E&E News spoke with officials from four states across the political spectrum to learn more about what to expect on the Affordable Clean Energy rule in the months ahead.

By EnergyWire . 1 July 2019
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Mississippi's move toward long-term energy planning could boost efficiency

Utility regulators' move to create a formal long-term energy planning process could lead to a shake-up in the Southeast's electricity mix.

By EnergyWire . 18 June 2019
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Can California reach its clean power goals? It's complicated

"It will be difficult (and costly) to reduce emissions, unless a wide range of options are available," a new analysis says.

By EnergyWire . 10 April 2019
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Missouri regulators signal readiness to OK Grain Belt Express transmission project

After twice rejecting a 780-mile transmission project to move wind energy from Kansas to the eastern United States, Missouri regulators are signaling they're ready to approve the $2.5 billion project.

By EnergyWire . 28 February 2019
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Wind turbine shutdowns during polar vortex stoke Midwest debate

A dip in wind output during last month's deep freeze is now fueling debate about the nation's embrace of renewable energy.

By EnergyWire . 27 February 2019