EPA’s new final rule charges oil, gas companies ‘methane fee’ for …
Nov 14, 2024 · For the first time, oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if their toxic methane emissions rise above specific levels, according to a final rule announced Tuesday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Small modular reactors coming to Virginia, says Appalachian Power
Nov 18, 2024 · Appalachian Power, an American Electric Power (AEP) company, said Nov. 14 it plans to file an application with the Virginia State Corporation Commission in spring 2025 to bring small modular reactors (SMRs) to Virginia.
Xcel Energy’s first large-scale solar facility is up and running in ...
Nov 21, 2024 · Xcel Energy said Tuesday it is now delivering carbon-free electricity from its Sherco Solar site in central Minnesota, one of the country’s largest solar projects in the Upper Midwest. “Our progress at Sherco Solar shows ... Read More »
Arizona Public Service adds major new energy supplies to its …
Nov 21, 2024 · In securing its largest-ever new energy supplies, Phoenix-based Arizona Public Service (APS) said Nov. 20 it has signed agreements to add nearly 7,300 megawatts (MW) of renewable power, battery energy storage, and natural gas to its energy mix.
IPAA outlines energy priorities for Trump Transition team
Nov 20, 2024 · The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) recently relayed its issue priorities for the oil and gas industry to the Trump Transition team. The priorities include equitable tax policies for energy businesses, sensible environmental regulations, ... Read More »
Consumers Energy lands approved PPA for battery energy storage …
Nov 25, 2024 · An application by Consumers Energy Co. for a power purchase agreement with Voyager Energy Storage LLC for a 100-megawatt (MW) battery energy storage facility in Saline Township, Mich., received approval Nov. 21 from the Michigan ... Read More »
We Energies submits plans to buy two more renewable energy …
Nov 14, 2024 · We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, recently filed plans with Wisconsin regulators to buy two large-scale renewable energy projects that would add a total of 165 megawatts (MW) of new solar power to the grid, enough energy to …
Two H2Hubs nab up to $2.2B to speed deployment of clean …
Nov 22, 2024 · Two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) will receive up to $2.2 billion in federal award commitments to hasten the commercial deployment of low-cost, clean hydrogen, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced Wednesday. “The Biden-Harris administration has followed through on its promise to ...
National Grid to begin two-year initiative to install smart meters in ...
Nov 20, 2024 · National Grid is launching a two-year initiative to deploy smart meters across Western New York. Starting in January, approximately 4,100 customers in this region will receive new smart meters, providing customers with additional control and near real-time insights about their energy use.
NAEUC installs new president, adopts “Let There Be Light” theme
Nov 19, 2024 · The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) introduced a new theme for the association at the 136th Annual Meeting last week, Let There Be Light. As Georgia Commissioner and newly installed NARUC President Tricia ... Read More »