Smart Energy Decisions News

Regulation - June 7, 2017 - By Amy Poszywak

Nevada lawmakers pass bills to restore net metering, raise renewables standard, launch community solar

Evidence of a shift in clean energy policies in Nevada, the state Legislature this week passed a series of industry-backed bills that will increase the state's use of renewable energy and customer access to it.

Sourcing Renewables - June 7, 2017

1st US Apple supplier commits to 100% renewables

Apple announced that Jabil Circuit Inc., which makes aluminum for the company, has committed to powering all of its Apple-related operations with 100% renewable energy, according to Axios.

Distributed Generation - June 6, 2017

IKEA's US rooftop solar ownership will top 42 MW

As IKEA continues its buildout of rooftop solar projects atop its ever-expanding number of stores in the U.S., the home furnishings retailer said June 6 that its total ownership will exceed 42 MW by early fall.

Energy Efficiency - June 6, 2017

Energy efficiency 'expert in a suitcase' cuts bills 10%

The knowledge and expertise of a seasoned energy efficiency professional is now available in a high-tech suitcase developed by two of the U.S. DOE's national labs.

GHG Emissions - June 5, 2017

Exxon shareholders call for climate risk disclosure

Shareholders of Exxon Mobil on May 31 approved a proposal calling for the global oil and gas company to assess and disclose risk related to climate change.

Microgrids - June 5, 2017

Report finds rapid growth in C&I microgrid adoption

Recent applications include Apple Inc.'s new campus in California, which was designed as a microgrid in order to ensure operations can continue in the event of a utility grid outage, and a project being deployed in a Denver transit-focused development area.

June 3, 2017

Weekend reads: Paris accord fact check; auto industry death spiral; Ohio's deregulation bill & more

Kick back with these must-read energy stories from around the web.

Power Prices - June 2, 2017

Duke Energy Progress proposes 14.9% rate hike

If approved by the commission, commercial and industrial customers would see an average increase of 13.5%.

GHG Emissions - June 2, 2017

CEOs join governors, mayors to meet Paris targets

Without the backing of the federal government, a powerhouse coalition of U.S. governors, mayors, university presidents and more than 100 businesses have begun work on a plan to meet the country's greenhouse gas reduction commitment under the Paris climate agreement.

Regulation - June 1, 2017 - By Amy Poszywak

Trump says US will exit Paris climate agreement

President Donald Trump on June 1 officially announced his decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement but begin negotiations to re-enter on terms that are "more fair to the United States" and its workers.

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