States Seeking Shift to Renewables Unable to Shake Reliance on Gas Power

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – States Seeking Shift to Renewables Unable to Shake Reliance on Gas Power

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The low price of natural gas makes it the go-to choice for ensuring reliability in several states where renewables have captured a large market share. On the other hand, the dominance of natural gas in the power sector is facing a backlash in states that are aggressively pushing for renewable resources. In both cases, however, regulators have become increasingly more concerned about grid reliability as the share of natural gas in the fuel mix continues to grow.

Nearly 40 Percent of Large-Scale Batteries in U.S. Found in Mid-Atlantic Grid Thanks to Favorable Market: EIA

Nearly 40 Percent of Large-Scale Batteries in U.S. Found in Mid-Atlantic Grid Thanks to Favorable Market: EIA

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About 40 percent of the 700 megawatts of large-scale battery storage capacity installed in the U.S. is found in the grid operated by PJM Interconnection LLC thanks to favorable market conditions, according to a May 21 report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. PJM created a frequency regulation market in 2012 to provide better payments…

Retail Choice Under Scrutiny Amid Growing Consumer Complaints

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – Retail Choice Under Scrutiny Amid Growing Consumer Complaints

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After years of retail choice, some states have begun to examine whether customers are better off with competitive retailers or on the default service tariff. As retail choice comes under greater scrutiny, regulators will focus on stringent market entry rules and market monitoring that can help avoid deceptive tactics.

U.S. Energy Department to Invest $69 Million in Electric Vehicles, $30 Million in Storage Technology to Enhance Reliability

U.S. Energy Department to Invest $69 Million in Electric Vehicles, $30 Million in Storage Technology to Enhance Reliability

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The U.S. Energy Department on May 1 announced funding opportunities for advanced electric vehicle projects focused on batteries and electrification including cyber security, materials for lighter weight vehicle structures and powertrains, as well as technology integration for overall system efficiency. The department also announced funding for a new program called “Duration Addition to electricity Storage,”…

Net Metering in Retreat as Utilities Seek to Protect Their Interests

EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – Net Metering in Retreat as Utilities Seek to Protect Their Interests

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The net metering policy landscape is reacting to growing customer-sited generation. Facing pressure from utilities about grid use charges to net metering customers, policymakers have started actively seeking alternatives to the policy. Responses vary from new demand charges in Massachusetts and ending net metering in Michigan to New York’s new Value Stack pricing mechanism for distributed generation.

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EnerKnol’s Visual Primer – New Jersey Poised to Become the Next California Under Energy Policy Revamp

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New Jersey lawmakers have passed a suite of sweeping measures to propel the state’s clean energy agenda under Democratic Governor Phil Murphy's administration. The swift turn of events marks a significant shift from his Republican predecessor Chris Christie who withdrew the state from the carbon market and shunned offshore wind.