Pennsylvania Eyes Capacity Release Rule Amendments
Proposed changes aim to improve transparency, equity among alternative natural gas supply services.
Regulatory Decisions
California Adopts GHG Factor in Assessing DER Cost-Effectiveness
Despite offering a table of GHG values, California PUC stressed their tentative nature.
North Carolina Declines to Assert Rate-Making Jurisdiction Over QFs
Circumstances justify exempting renewable-energy-qualifying facilities from public utility status.
Gas Transportation Rates
Maryland PSC challenges rate schedules Eastern Shore Natural Gas filed with FERC.
Pennsylvania Cuts LDC's Requested Increase by Nearly Half
Natural gas local distribution company approved to raise its rates by $11.25 million, an average increase of 5.4%.
Vermont Court Orders PUC to Review Grant of Permit
The 500-kilowatt project by New Haven GLC Solar is already in commercial operation.
New York Carbon Cost Charge
Study: Wholesale electricity markets operated by NYISO not aligned with New York’s carbon goals.
California Adjusts Off-Peak Periods to Consternation of Solar Advocates
SEIA said changes for San Diego Gas & Electric would reduce the relative benefit of going solar.
Minnesota Endorses Xcel's Interstate Investment Plan
Minnesota authorizes development of several large-scale wind facilities.
RGGI Suggests Higher Limits for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative proposes higher reductions for power plant emissions by 2030.