Virtual Power Plants: From Demonstration Projects to Grid Resources
Virtual power plants (VPPs) are evolving from demonstration projects into grid resources as states increasingly recognize the…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: Virtual Power Plants – From Demonstration Projects to Grid Resources
Virtual power plants (VPPs) are evolving from demonstration projects into grid resources as states increasingly recognize the ability of aggregated distributed energy resources (DERs) to support a more flexible and resilient electric grid. Recent legislative measures, regulatory actions, and utility initiatives reflect the role of VPPs in resource planning and grid operations amid growing electricity demand.
States Lower Barriers to Distributed Solar Adoption
States are expanding access to distributed solar by modernizing community solar programs, streamlining interconnection and…Read the full report …...
Visual Primer: States Lower Barriers to Distributed Solar Adoption
States are expanding access to distributed solar by modernizing community solar programs, streamlining interconnection and permitting, and enabling portable solar installations.
Federal and State Actions Expand Opportunities for Advanced Nuclear
Federal reforms and state actions are reshaping the regulatory and investment landscape for nuclear power, enabling expanded deployment of advanced reactors and…Read the full report…...
Visual Primer: Federal and State Actions Expand Opportunities for Advanced Nuclear
Federal reforms and state actions are reshaping the regulatory and investment landscape for nuclear power, enabling expanded deployment of advanced reactors and next-generation nuclear technologies across the country.
Carbon Pricing June 2026 Update
U.S. carbon markets are advancing on multiple fronts, with states tightening emission caps, pursuing market linkage, and…Read the full report …...
Policy Primer: Carbon Pricing June 2026 Update
U.S. carbon markets are advancing on multiple fronts, with states tightening emission caps, pursuing market linkage, and reinforcing long-term compliance frameworks amid strong auction demand and continued legal scrutiny.
U.S. Interior, Invenergy Reach $765 Million Deal to Terminate Offshore Wind Leases
The U.S. Interior Department on June 17 announced a settlement agreement with affiliates of Invenergy to terminate four offshore wind leases and redirect approximately $765 million toward natural gas-fired generation and geothermal energy projects across several states. Invenergy, one of the nation’s largest privately held energy infrastructure developers, will voluntarily relinquish offshore wind lease holdings…...