Utilities: Page 46
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Deep Dive
In Massachusetts, utilities take a collaborative approach to EV infrastructure
The state wants to see a 50-fold increase in electric vehicles, prompting a novel charging buildout approach from utilities.
By Robert Walton • May 10, 2017 -
NRDC study finds tap water contaminants in all 50 states
There were more than 80,000 reported violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) by community water systems in 2015, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council.
By Jackie Snow • May 9, 2017 -
US mayors launch task force to shape Trump’s infrastructure plans
The group, led by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, will attempt to help align the administration's future proposal with the cities' priorities.
By Kim Slowey • May 9, 2017 -
Boulder plans to double EV charging ports by summer
The progressive Colorado city wants to use a $100,000 grant from a nonprofit to boost the number of electric vehicles on the road.
By Krysti Shallenberger • May 8, 2017 -
California’s storage incentive program opens to strong battery demand
Tesla and AMS lead in allocations for large-scale storage in the first round of SGIP allocations.
By Peter Maloney • May 5, 2017 -
Florida lawmakers pass bill to eliminate property taxes on solar panels
The legislation was part of a pro-solar ballot initiative that Florida voters overwhelmingly embraced last summer.
By Robert Walton • May 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Bucking Trump, US cities press ahead on clean energy, climate goals
More than two dozen cities now have renewable energy commitments, putting them on the front lines of climate action in the Trump era.
By Jackie Snow • May 4, 2017 -
Columbus, OH leads Midwestern US cities in solar power payoff
Homes furnished with solar installations sold for more than those without in these 10 markets, according to Redfin.
By Mary Tyler March • May 4, 2017 -
A new smart-tinting glass is now on display in San Francisco
The glass, which can be installed in both interior and exterior locations, can transition from clear to dark in seconds.
By Jackie Snow • May 3, 2017 -
US mayors urge cities to transition to renewable energy sources
The new Mayors for 100% Clean Energy national initiative encourages municipalities to make the pledge ahead of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in June.
By Mary Tyler March • May 3, 2017 -
Atlanta pledges 100% renewables by 2035
The Georgia city is the 27th in the country to target 100% clean energy, according to the Sierra Club.
By Robert Walton • May 3, 2017 -
Under pressure: Singapore to invest in 10K water-saving smart showers
A study indicates households given real-time information about their water usage save approximately 5 liters of water per person per day.
By Jackie Snow • May 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Safety first: A microgrid project in Brooklyn tackles lithium-ion fire fears
A microgrid project in Brooklyn demonstrates progress in New York's efforts to adopt safety guidelines for lithium-ion energy storage installations.
By Peter Maloney • May 2, 2017 -
San Diego water authority wants proposals for 500 MW pumped storage
The request for proposals builds on an earlier one from this year, as the water authority looks for more detailed proposals from the 18 respondents.
By Peter Maloney • May 2, 2017 -
Report: Almost half of Fortune 500 companies have climate, energy goals
Larger companies are working on energy issues most aggressively: More than 60% of the 100 biggest firms have clean energy goals, a new WWF report found.
By Robert Walton • April 28, 2017 -
Trump tax plan leaves infrastructure out
Some lawmakers were expecting President Donald Trump to earmark tax revenue from the repatriation of corporate earnings for infrastructure spending.
By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Is rooftop solar just a toy for the wealthy?
A new report finds the income gap for rooftop solar is narrowing, but work remains to spread distributed energy to all.
By Krysti Shallenberger • April 27, 2017 -
SoCal Whole Foods installs high-tech, energy saving battery
The store is the first to install the Axiom Energy Refrigeration Battery, which can protect food from spoilage during power outages and cut a store's peak electricity usage by up to 40%.
By Emma Liem Beckett • April 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Can California hit 1.5M zero-emission vehicles by 2025?
The state is lagging on Gov. Brown's ambitious ZEV goal, but investment in chargers and customer education could build more market momentum.
By Herman K. Trabish • April 27, 2017 -
Thousands of businesses, groups lobby for defense of EPA Energy Star program
Organized by the Alliance to Save Energy, the groups argue the voluntary efficiency program is among the most successful public-private partnerships in U.S. history.
By Robert Walton • April 27, 2017 -
Pepco proposes off-peak charging rate for EV drivers in DC
The program would build on lessons in neighboring Maryland, where the utility found drivers readily changed charging behavior in reaction to rate design.
By Robert Walton • April 27, 2017 -
California Senate committee clears bill for new energy storage rebate program
The bill passed out of the energy committee this week would establish a new storage incentive program to work alongside the existing California Solar Initiative and Self Generation Incentive Program.
By Peter Maloney • April 27, 2017 -
Tesla looks to double size of global supercharger network
In North America, the company will increase the number of superchargers by 150%.
By Robert Walton • April 26, 2017 -
Stem expands into New York with plans for up to 14 MWh of battery installations
The company expects the first installations will be at four theaters in the New York City area as part of a NYSERDA technology commercialization program.
By Peter Maloney • April 26, 2017 -
Report: Large rooftop solar installers charge more than local counterparts
A few big companies control a majority of the residential solar panel installation market, which is one contributor to higher prices from those providers.
By Mary Tyler March • April 25, 2017
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