Hawaii Regulators Approve HECO's 100 Percent Renewables Plan

Hawaii Regulators Approve HECO’s 100 Percent Renewables Plan

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The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has accepted the Hawaiian Electric Companies' near-term action plan towards meeting the state’s target of 100 percent renewables by 2045. California’s proposal to match Hawaii's goal has garnered more attention given the complexity of implementing such goals in a large and diverse economy. As states increase their renewable portfolio standards, utilities will have to be more proactive in charting paths of compliance. Hawaii may offer some early lessons for other states but California's experience could be more applicable.

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Hawaii Regulators Approve HECO's 100 Percent Renewables Plan

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The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has accepted the Hawaiian Electric Companies' near-term action plan towards meeting the state’s target of 100 percent renewables by 2045. California’s proposal to match Hawaii's goal has garnered more attention given the complexity of implementing such goals in a large and diverse economy. As states increase their renewable portfolio standards, utilities will have to be more proactive in charting paths of compliance. Hawaii may offer some early lessons for other states but California's experience could be more applicable.

California Legislature Approves Cap-and-Trade Extension until 2030 with Concessions

California Legislature Approves Cap-and-Trade Extension until 2030 with Concessions

Carbon Markets, EnerKnol Research Reports, Environmental Markets, PRODUCTS

The California legislature has passed legislation extending the cap-and-trade program, the centerpiece of the state’s efforts against climate change. The extension aligns the program with the state’s 2030 emissions reduction targets. It cements California’s role as a leading state in climate policy nationwide at a time when federal climate policy remains uncertain.

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California Legislature Approves Cap-and-Trade Extension until 2030 with Concessions

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – California Legislature Approves Cap-and-Trade Extension until 2030 with Concessions

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The California legislature has passed legislation extending the cap-and-trade program, the centerpiece of the state’s efforts against climate change. The extension aligns the program with the state’s 2030 emissions reduction targets. It cements California's role as a leading state in climate policy nationwide at a time when federal climate policy remains uncertain.

Halt of Kemper Coal Gasification Project Deals Blow to Carbon Capture and Storage

Halt of Kemper Coal Gasification Project Deals Blow to Carbon Capture and Storage

Coal Power, EnerKnol Research Reports, Fossil Fuels, PRODUCTS

Mississippi regulators require the Kemper coal plant – hailed as the first large-scale clean coal facility – to run only on natural gas ending a seven year effort to demonstrate the viability of clean coal technology. The project's failure is a major setback for carbon capture and storage (CCS), particularly given the interest to save the coal industry under the Trump administration. The Kemper plant’s switch to natural gas is part of a broader trend caused by low-cost, low-carbon natural gas, making it difficult for expensive technologies to compete. Faced with adverse economics, the prospects of CCS will likely depend on the policy environment.

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Halt of Kemper Coal Gasification Project Deals Blow to Carbon Capture and Storage

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – Halt of Kemper Coal Gasification Project Deals Blow to Carbon Capture and Storage

Coal Power, EnerKnol Research Reports, EnerKnol Visual Primer, Fossil Fuels, PRODUCTS

Mississippi regulators require the Kemper coal plant – hailed as the first large-scale clean coal facility – to run only on natural gas ending a seven year effort to demonstrate the viability of clean coal technology. The project's failure is a major setback for carbon capture and storage (CCS), particularly given the interest to save the coal industry under the Trump administration. The Kemper plant’s switch to natural gas is part of a broader trend caused by low-cost, low-carbon natural gas, making it difficult for expensive technologies to compete. Faced with adverse economics, the prospects of CCS will likely depend on the policy environment.

North Carolina to Revise PURPA Rules

North Carolina to Revise PURPA Rules

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North Carolina has passed legislation that would reform implementation of PURPA, the key policy that helped the state become the second largest solar market in the U.S. PURPA has gained relevance in recent years due to the significant decline in renewable energy costs which has made solar and wind increasingly cost-competitive. However, utilities across states disagree over rates and contract lengths pertaining to projects under PURPA. The ongoing debate over PURPA will likely prompt reforms by modifying implementation terms or pushing legislation for future changes.

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North Carolina to Revise PURPA Implementation

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – North Carolina to Revise PURPA Implementation

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North Carolina has passed legislation that would reform implementation of PURPA, the key policy that helped the state become the second largest solar market in the U.S. PURPA has gained relevance in recent years due to the significant decline in renewable energy costs which has made solar and wind increasingly cost-competitive. However, utilities across states disagree over rates and contract lengths pertaining to projects under PURPA. The ongoing debate over PURPA will likely prompt reforms by modifying implementation terms or pushing legislation for future changes.

New York Storage Bill

New York to Set Energy Storage Targets by Next Year

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The New York state legislature has passed legislation to establish storage procurement targets through 2030. New York joins a growing list of states discussing energy storage targets and incentives driven by the prolific growth of distributed generation. The legislation will support the state’s push towards its 50 percent renewables goal which provides opportunities for a diverse range of storage technologies.

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New York to Set Energy Storage Targets by Next Year

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – New York to Set Energy Storage Targets by Next Year

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The New York state legislature has passed legislation to establish storage procurement targets through 2030. New York joins a growing list of states discussing energy storage targets and incentives driven by the prolific growth of distributed generation. The legislation will support the state's push towards its 50 percent renewables goal which provides opportunities for a diverse range of storage technologies.

Nevada Clean Energy Bills Driven by Anticipated Policy Shift toward Deregulation

DOE Grid Reliability Study to Examine Impact of Renewables on Baseload Generation

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Energy Secretary Rick Perry’s upcoming grid reliability study is examining whether renewables are accelerating coal and nuclear retirements, while the trend is primarily driven by low natural gas prices and slow growth in electricity demand. Renewable energy growth is increasingly driven by costs, as these technologies have matured and attained scale.

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DOE Grid Reliability Study to Examine Impact of Renewables on Baseload Generation

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – DOE Grid Reliability Study to Examine Impact of Renewables on Baseload Generation

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Energy Secretary Rick Perry’s upcoming grid reliability study is examining whether renewables are accelerating coal and nuclear retirements, while the trend is primarily driven by low natural gas prices and slow growth in electricity demand. Renewable energy growth is increasingly driven by costs, as these technologies have matured and attained scale.