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Commentary: In solar debate, something so obvious, we don’t even see it

Ever notice how sometimes you can stare at a puzzle for a long time and never notice the obvious piece that puts everything in perspective? Well, that’s been happening with all the arguments about the value of consumer generated electricity, and especially rooftop solar.

By Guest Contributor . 8 September 2016
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Advocates say Duke Energy long-term plans 'woefully inadequate'

While the utility industry is undergoing considerable upheaval, critics say you’d never know it by looking at Duke Energy’s most recent long-range planning documents.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 8 September 2016
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Grid study finds new transmission could further cut costs, emissions

A recent study highlighting the renewable energy capacity of the eastern power grid found differences in cost and emissions in a scenario that assumed significant new transmission capacity.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 7 September 2016
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In Virginia, a new push for tougher utility customer advocacy

Activists who believe Virginia’s dominant utility has too much sway over energy policy and utility rates often point to the lack of a dedicated state consumer advocate as part of the problem.

By Jim Pierobon . 7 September 2016
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Q&A: How batteries can help personalize our energy system

Facebook and Google personalized the news. Uber and Lyft tailored transportation to individual needs. Now, advances in battery technology promise to introduce a similar kind of customization and independence into energy, says George Crabtree.

By David J. Unger . 6 September 2016
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New proposals from Iowa utilities raise red flags for solar advocates

Iowa's two largest electricity providers have submitted new rate structures for customers with solar panels, but the proposals don't appear to meet regulators' goal for encouraging distributed generation.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 6 September 2016
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Commentary: Series highlights 'Stories of Solar' in the Southeast

What’s often forgotten in the policy battles waged over solar are the families and businesses impacted—the real Southerners making solar work despite the obstacles.

6 September 2016
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A Twin Cities apartment owner bets big on solar energy

A Minnesota apartment management company is installing more than 500 kW of solar on its properties this year alone.

By Frank Jossi . 2 September 2016
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Report on climate costs for Millennials shows what's at stake in Ohio energy debate

Millennials in the United States and their children stand to lose tens of trillions of dollars without bold action on climate change, according to a report released last week.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 1 September 2016
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Virginia homebuilder pursues a center for 'zero-energy' makeovers

A retired custom home builder is launching a one-stop shop in Alexandria, Virginia designed to help owners of existing homes who want to cut their energy bills.

By Jim Pierobon . 1 September 2016