All posts by Joe MacCrory

Nation’s biggest #nuclear firm makes a play for green money #EXC

The biggest player in the beleaguered nuclear power industry wants a place alongside solar, wind and hydroelectric power collecting extra money for producing carbon-free electricity. Exelon Corp. (NYSE: EXC), operator of the largest fleet of U.S. nuclear plants, says it could have to close three of them if Illinois rejects the company’s pitch to let … Continue reading Nation’s biggest #nuclear firm makes a play for green money #EXC

#NYPA, SUNY to launch largest energy research lab of its kind in the world

NYPA, SUNY to launch largest energy research lab of its kind in the world The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) have signed an agreement to create a world-class facility, the largest of its kind in the world, devoted to energy technology innovation and the rapid deployment of smart grid … Continue reading #NYPA, SUNY to launch largest energy research lab of its kind in the world

Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee Passes ComEd’s Energy Plan

Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee Passes ComEd’s Energy Plan The Illinois Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee today passed SB 1879, known as “The Energy Plan for Illinois’ Future,” out of committee. The comprehensive bill expands support for renewable energy in Illinois and ensures that energy consumers and the state economy will continue to … Continue reading Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee Passes ComEd’s Energy Plan

#GE to auction transmission capacity from #Linden variable frequency transformer smart grid project

GE to auction transmission capacity from Linden variable frequency transformer smart grid project GE Energy Financial Services plans to auction 315 MW of bi-directional electricity transfer capacity across its Linden Variable Frequency Transformer smart grid project. This project uses GE technology to enable simple and controlled transmission path between electrical grids. The auction will be … Continue reading #GE to auction transmission capacity from #Linden variable frequency transformer smart grid project

Ohio’s General Assembly should heed PJM Interconnect on grid reliability in its energy mandate review

Ohio’s General Assembly should heed PJM Interconnect on grid reliability in its energy mandate review Last June, Ohio’s General Assembly passed a bill (SB 310) freezing Ohio’s energy efficiency and renewable portfolio mandates. The bill required that the General Assembly establish a committee to review the merits of the mandates and whether they should be … Continue reading Ohio’s General Assembly should heed PJM Interconnect on grid reliability in its energy mandate review

CloudSolar Helps Renewable Energy Fans Who Can’t Install Their Own Solar Panels

CloudSolar Helps Renewable Energy Fans Who Can’t Install Their Own Solar Panels Solar panels are becoming increasing affordable, but many people still face barriers to harnessing the power of the sun for their own homes. For example, they might live in an apartment or in a house where the roof is angled or structured improperly … Continue reading CloudSolar Helps Renewable Energy Fans Who Can’t Install Their Own Solar Panels

Former Dallas mayor, U.S. ambassador pushes nuclear power in Texas

Former Dallas mayor, U.S. ambassador pushes nuclear power in Texas Former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk, who also served as the U.S. trade representative under President Barack Obama, is making the case that Texas and other states need more nuclear power in order to offer a diverse energy mix. Kirk’s newest position is co-chairman of the … Continue reading Former Dallas mayor, U.S. ambassador pushes nuclear power in Texas

Illinois Senate energy and public utilities committee passes bill supporting #nuclear_energy plants

Illinois Senate energy and public utilities committee passes bill supporting nuclear energy plants Springfield, Ill. — The Illinois Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee today passed Senate Bill 1585, legislation to establish a Low Carbon Portfolio Standard that would bolster Illinois’ clean energy leadership, support the state’s nuclear energy facilities and protect jobs, consumers and … Continue reading Illinois Senate energy and public utilities committee passes bill supporting #nuclear_energy plants