EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Offshore Wind 2024 01 30 Blog preview 1

States Strive to Revive U.S. Offshore Wind Industry Amid Economic Hurdles

States with big offshore wind ambitions are planning new strategies to recover the industry from economic challenges that have resulted in some major developers seeking to exit or revise their…Read the full report  …...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Offshore Wind 2024 01 30 Blog preview

Visual Primer: States Strive to Revive U.S. Offshore Wind Industry Amid Economic Hurdles

States with big offshore wind ambitions are planning new strategies to recover the industry from economic challenges that have resulted in some major developers seeking to exit or revise their power purchase contracts.

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Electric Vehicle Rate Designs 2024 01 16 Blog preview 1

Electric Vehicle Rate Design Aims to Align Charging With Grid Demand

To address the escalating demand on the power grid due to the rise in electric vehicle (EV) charging, electric utilities are compelled to develop rate structures that encourage EV owners to charge during off-peak hours, thereby aiding utilities in managing the…Read the full report  …...

New York Launches 2-Gigawatt Offshore Wind Energy Development Solicitation

Delaware Environmental Agency Recommends Legislation for Offshore Wind Procurement

The Delaware Natural Resources and Environmental Control Department on Jan. 3 submitted an offshore wind procurement report to Governor John Carney and state lawmakers which comprehensively examines the dynamic landscape of the offshore wind industry and identifies factors to consider in developing an offshore wind program. Further, the report discusses key developments that will impact…...

U.S. Energy Department Launches $6 Billion Program to Sustain Ailing Nuclear Power Plants

U.S. Energy Department Approves Credits for Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant Under $6 Billion Federal Program

The U.S. Energy Department on Jan. 2 announced its decision to award credits for the continued operation of the 2.2-gigawatt Diablo Canyon nuclear plant in California under the $6 billion Civil Nuclear Credit, or CNC, program established by the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to support nuclear power plants at risk of closure due…...

EnerKnol Research PU Insights Year Ahead Trends 2024 01 02 Blog preview

Year Ahead: Five Must-Watch Power Sector Trends for 2024

The commitment to a low-carbon future is growing stronger, with states and utilities diversifying their energy transition strategies. There is a growing awareness of the magnitude of the transition including the scale of grid modernization, supply chain challenges, and economic realities as renewable resources and decarbonization technologies expand. Supportive policies and technological advancements are key…...

U.S. EPA Announces Initiatives to Advance Building Performance Policies

U.S. Energy Department Allocates $530 Million to Advance Sustainable Building Transformation

The U.S. Energy Department on Dec. 18 announced a pioneering initiative, earmarking up to $530 million in competitive grants for technical assistance that not only aims to foster a skilled workforce and inclusive programs aligned with President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative but also seeks to expedite energy efficiency projects for the decarbonization of buildings. This initiative…...