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Michigan researchers say state’s utilities ‘manipulate’ system to their advantage

A research paper says Michigan utilities use political power to deter distributed generation — and regulators let them.

By Andy Balaskovitz . 26 March 2019
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How U.S.-Canada collaboration could boost both countries’ climate responses

Both nations face similar debates on emissions limits, a carbon tax, and other energy-related issues.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 27 March 2019
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On its way to carbon-free power, Xcel wants to buy a natural gas plant

Xcel Energy says purchasing the Manako gas plant will help it transition to carbon-free power, but critics aren’t buying it.

By Frank Jossi . 27 March 2019
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Ameren Illinois eager to add electric school buses to its territory

The utility has been hosting webinars and meetings to promote electric school buses and funding opportunities.

By David Thill . 28 March 2019
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Critics challenge Duke Energy’s long-range plan. Will it make a difference this time?

Duke Energy’s long-term generation plan in North Carolina is similar to prior years, forecasting a continued reliance on coal and natural gas into the 2030s. Advocates hope the plan gets more scrutiny from regulators this time around.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 28 March 2019
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Colorado considers adding social cost of carbon to resource planning decisions

Gov. Jared Polis’ proposal could make new fossil fuel plants less attractive while speeding up the closure of existing ones.

By Allen Best . 29 March 2019
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In Illinois, utility regulators are playing bigger role in smart-grid cybersecurity

Growing exposure to smart-grid-related cybersecurity risks is forcing state regulators to play a bigger role in preparing utilities for potential threats.

By David Thill . 1 April 2019
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North Carolina bill would cut state energy use, save money

“The main purpose of this bill is to save the taxpayers of North Carolina money,” says bill sponsor Rep. John Szoka.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 1 April 2019
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Can this online startup change how companies buy renewable power?

A Seattle tech company has created an online marketplace to connect renewable buyers and sellers.

By Keith Schneider . 1 April 2019
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Massachusetts bill would require home energy efficiency scorecard before sales

The mandatory energy assessments would include factors like lighting, heating, insulation, doors, and windows.

By Sarah Shemkus . 2 April 2019