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1PointFive agrees to sell 500,000 metric tons of CO2 removal credits to Microsoft
On Tuesday, carbon capture and sequestration company 1PointFive announced it had entered into an agreement with Microsoft to sell 500,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide removal credits (CDR). The six year agreement is the largest ... Read More » The post 1PointFive agrees to sell 500,000 metric tons of CO2 removal credits to Microsoft appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Montana-Dakota Utilities Heskett 4 plant construction complete
On Monday, the 88-megawatt simple cycle combustion turbine constructed by Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. was ready to generate power, officials said. Construction on the $69 million facility was completed, and the electric generating unit was ready ... Read More » The post Montana-Dakota Utilities Heskett 4 plant construction complete appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Dominion Energy, Avangrid sign offshore wind lease deal in Virginia
Richmond, Va.-based Dominion Energy Inc., through its Virginia Electric and Power Company subsidiary, yesterday agreed to pay Avangrid Inc. roughly $160 million to acquire the offshore wind lease for the Kitty Hawk North Wind development ... Read More » The post Dominion Energy, Avangrid sign offshore wind lease deal in Virginia appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
EPRI launches initiative to facilitate research in grid-enhancing technologies
The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) has launched a new initiative to spur research and facilitate deployment of Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs). EPRI’s Grid-Enhancing Technologies for a Smart Energy Transition (GET SET) Initiative aims to support ... Read More » The post EPRI launches initiative to facilitate research in grid-enhancing technologies appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Edison Electric Institute, IBEW and NECA honor America’s lineworkers
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI), along with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) joined together to celebrate National Lineworker Appreciation Day on July 10. National Lineworker Appreciation ... Read More » The post Edison Electric Institute, IBEW and NECA honor America’s lineworkers appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Duke Energy Carolinas’ customer rates increase approved in South Carolina
The South Carolina Public Service Commission (PSC) approved new customer rates for Duke Energy Carolinas on July 3, and increases will begin next month. The newly approved rates for Duke Energy Carolinas, a subsidiary of ... Read More » The post Duke Energy Carolinas’ customer rates increase approved in South Carolina appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Texas utilities working to restore power following Hurricane Beryl’s onslaught
Electric companies in Texas are diligently working to restore power to customers impacted Monday by Hurricane Beryl, saying it may take several days to fully get electricity up and running across various impacted regions across ... Read More » The post Texas utilities working to restore power following Hurricane Beryl’s onslaught appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
API recommends safety, environmental management framework for offshore wind projects
A landmark standard released on July 2 by the American Petroleum Institute (API) provides a comprehensive framework for safety and environmental integrity in offshore wind operations. “By drawing on our expertise developing standards for the ... Read More » The post API recommends safety, environmental management framework for offshore wind projects appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Consumers Energy plans to power thousands of new EV charging locations across Michigan
Michigan energy provider Consumers Energy expects to power 1,500 new fast charging locations for electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030, according to its recently filed Transportation Electrification Plan. The investor-owned utility, which provides natural gas and ... Read More » The post Consumers Energy plans to power thousands of new EV charging locations across Michigan appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Ameresco signs deal with Snohomish County Public Utility District for energy storage system
Ameresco, Inc. has inked a deal with Snohomish County Public Utility District to construct a battery energy storage system (BESS). The storage system features a 20-year guaranteed capacity of 25 megawatts (MW) and 100 megawatt-hours ... Read More » The post Ameresco signs deal with Snohomish County Public Utility District for energy storage system appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Denver-based Elevation Midstream to merge with Platte River Holdings
Elevation Midstream is merging with Platte River Holdings, a subsidiary of ARB Midstream. The deal positions Elevation Midstream, based in Denver, for further growth in the Denver-Julesburg Basin with its increased scale and connectivity, three ... Read More » The post Denver-based Elevation Midstream to merge with Platte River Holdings appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Minnesota regulators accept IDPs for three investor-owned utilities, one coop
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) on July 3 accepted four 2023 Integrated Distribution Plans (IDPs) for three of the state’s investor-owned utilities and a member-owned cooperative. Acceptance of the IDPs by Minnesota regulators — ... Read More » The post Minnesota regulators accept IDPs for three investor-owned utilities, one coop appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
SoCalGas completes research project to enhance electrolyzer manufacturing process
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) recently completed a joint research project with EVOLOH Inc. to enhance the current electrolyzer manufacturing process and technology. The enhancements could reduce the capital costs of the electrolyzer technology by ... Read More » The post SoCalGas completes research project to enhance electrolyzer manufacturing process appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Approved I&M rate increase will support infrastructure upgrades, ongoing reliability efforts
Indiana Michigan Power Co. (I&M) is poised to invest more funds into its ongoing work to enhance the reliability and resiliency of the electric grid, thanks to a recent order issued by Michigan regulators. The ... Read More » The post Approved I&M rate increase will support infrastructure upgrades, ongoing reliability efforts appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
NiSource releases 2024 ESG Report
Utility company NiSource released its 2024 ESG report Monday, highlighting the company’s progress on reducing emissions and executing a biodiversity strategy. The report, 2024 ESG Report – Creating Shared Value, showed the company’s commitment to ... Read More » The post NiSource releases 2024 ESG Report appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Report: summer cooling costs expected to rise this year
A new report says the cost of keeping cool this summer will rise. According to projections from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA) and the Center for Energy Poverty, and Climate (CEPC), the cost ... Read More » The post Report: summer cooling costs expected to rise this year appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
JCP&L to upgrade transmission substation in New Jersey
Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) is in the process of upgrading a transmission substation in Morristown to minimize the impact of power outages caused by flooding. Basically, the $78 million project involves raising the ... Read More » The post JCP&L to upgrade transmission substation in New Jersey appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Xcel Energy files new wildfire mitigation plan with Colorado regulators
Xcel Energy wants to intensify efforts in Colorado to minimize the risks associated with wildfires that could be caused by electric equipment, according to a new plan the company recently filed with state regulators. “Keeping ... Read More » The post Xcel Energy files new wildfire mitigation plan with Colorado regulators appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Department of the Interior approves new offshore wind project in New Jersey
The Atlantic Shores South offshore wind energy project was approved recently by the Department of the Interior. The Atlantic Shores South wind project, located about 8.7 miles off the coast of New Jersey, consists of ... Read More » The post Department of the Interior approves new offshore wind project in New Jersey appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Ameren Illinois team recognized by AGA with research and innovation award
A three-member team at Ameren Illinois recently received national recognition from the American Gas Association (AGA) for developing a process that uses customer gas usage data to proactively identify natural gas leaks at customers’ residences. ... Read More » The post Ameren Illinois team recognized by AGA with research and innovation award appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
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