Shipping companies now know that within three years all vessels involved in international trade will be required to use fuel with a sulfur content of 0.5% or less—an aggressive standard, considering that […]
Despite the Hype, Batteries Aren’t the Cheapest Way to Store Energy on the Grid
Tesla Powerwall installed in a garage. There are many different kinds of energy storage technologies, each with its own advantages and drawbacks. Lithium ion batteries are the most popular form of storage […]
Shale Break-Even Level Could Rise $10 In 2017
The joy for shale producers stemming from rising oil prices following the OPEC production cut agreement may soon be over as oilfield service providers join the party, raising the prices for […]
Global Clean Energy Investment Fell 18% in 2016 With Slowdown in China
Last year marked a setback for global investment in renewables and low-carbon technologies. New investment in clean energy worldwide fell to $287.5 billion in 2016, down 18 percent from a record high […]
Wholesale power prices in 2016 fell, reflecting lower natural gas prices
Average wholesale electricity prices at major trading hubs across the United States during the first quarter of 2016 were significantly lower than during the same period in 2015, ranging from 24% lower […]
Energy Efficiency Rate Has to Double to Meet Climate Targets
Photo: Portland General Electric The annual improvement in energy efficiency has slowed down from 1.6% in the period 2000-2008 to 1.3% in 2009-2015, according to a comprehensive new report published by the […]
Renewable Generation Capacity Expected to Account for Most 2016 Capacity Additions
Renewable Generation Capacity Expected to Account for Most 2016 Capacity Additions January 11, 2017 by U.S. EIA: Today in Energy Leave a Comment Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Generators Report. Note: […]
Utility Green Mountain Power Wants to Help Customers Go Off-Grid With Solar and Batteries
Green Mountain Power, the Vermont utility that’s already helping grid-connected customers install solar panels and backup batteries, now wants to extend its reach to homes that are completely off the grid — […]
Vote Solar’s Take on the Top 10 Solar Trends of 2016
It’s been another year on the solar coaster, and Vote Solar has been following every twist and turn. Here’s our view of the 10 top solar trends of 2016. 1) Utilities are […]
2017 Is Looking Like a Good Year for Energy Efficiency as Investments Grow
As the new year begins, we expect 2017 will bring increased investments in energy efficiency and other efforts to save energy. The energy efficiency investment picture indicates that savings will continue to […]
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