U.S. Army’s First Microgrid Enters Demonstration Phase

Renewables, Smart Grid

The U.S. Army’s first grid-tied microgrid at a Texas military base will enable off-grid operation, reducing its carbon footprint and meeting energy efficiency goals. On May 16, 2013, the U.S. Army introduced the military’s first grid-tied microgrid at the Fort Bliss, Texas base.  The $2.4 million project received funding from the Department of Defense’s (DOD)…...

BLM Issues Revised Draft Hydraulic Fracturing Regulations

Fossil Fuels, Natural Gas, Oil

BLM’s revised draft hydraulic fracturing regulations maintains key safety standards, allows coordination with existing state practices, and offers flexibility to oil and gas companies. On May 16, 2013, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued revised draft rules governing hydraulic fracturing operations on public and Indian lands.  The revisions aim to avoid duplicate federal and…...